SKP SKHB173 Engine Cylinder Head Bolt Set

Engine Cylinder Head Bolt Set for Ford and Mazda V6 Applications

SKP SKHB173 is an engine cylinder head bolt set for select Ford, Mazda, Mercury, and Land Rover applications. It is a direct-fit hardware replacement for service work that requires cylinder head fasteners matched to the original application.

Key Features

• Engine cylinder head bolt set for OE-style replacement use
• Fits 1997-2009 Ford Explorer, N/A
• Fits 2005-2009 Ford Mustang, N/A
• Fits 2001-2009 Ford Ranger, N/A
• Fits 2001-2009 Mazda B4000, N/A
• Fits 1998-2009 Mercury Mountaineer, N/A
• Fits 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, N/A
• Fits 2007-2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, N/A
• Fits 2005-2007 Land Rover LR3, N/A
• Part number SKHB173 for catalog lookup and ordering

Detailed Description

SKP SKHB173 is built for engine service where cylinder head fasteners must match the original vehicle application. It is listed for long-running Ford Explorer, Ford Mustang, Ford Ranger, Mazda B4000, Mercury Mountaineer, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and Land Rover LR3 coverage, making it a practical choice for repair work across multiple platforms. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., HB173, HB5310) for the same application.

Use SKHB173 when replacing cylinder head bolts during engine teardown, head gasket service, or other top-end repairs on 1997-2009 Ford Explorer, 2005-2009 Ford Mustang, and related applications. The part number SKHB173 also helps confirm the correct hardware during parts lookup for Ford Ranger and Mazda B4000 service.

What It Helps Solve

• Worn or stretched cylinder head fasteners
• Head gasket service requiring replacement head bolts
• Incorrect fasteners found during engine repair
• Parts identification for Ford, Mazda, Mercury, and Land Rover engine work

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify engine code, cylinder head design, and vehicle application before installation. Follow the factory tightening sequence and torque specifications for the specific engine. Inspect the cylinder head and block surfaces before assembly, and replace any fasteners that do not match the required application. Confirm SKHB173 against the vehicle’s service information before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

SKP replacement hardware is cataloged for direct application matching. Confirm fitment by year, make, and model before installation to ensure the correct cylinder head bolt set is selected.