Victor Reinz 71-13538-00 Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket - Lower

Engine Coolant Outlet Gasket for Ford and Mercury

Victor Reinz 71-13538-00 is an engine coolant outlet gasket built with fiber material and a 0.031-inch thickness for a precise seal at the coolant outlet. It is a direct-fit sealing solution for a wide range of Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications, including classic Ford F-100, F-150, F-250, F-350, Bronco, and Mustang models.

Key Features

• Fiber gasket material for coolant outlet sealing
• 0.031-inch thickness for proper sealing surface contact
• 2 mounting holes for the specified bolt pattern
• OE-quality gasket technology from Victor Reinz
• Cross-reference part numbers include FEL-PRO 35041 and MAHLE C26650

Detailed Description

Victor Reinz 71-13538-00 is an engine coolant outlet gasket engineered for vehicles that use a 1-13/16-inch I.D. fiber gasket with two bolt holes. This gasket is listed for broad Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury coverage, including Fits 1973-1997 Ford F-350, N/A; Fits 1973-1996 Ford F-250, N/A; Fits 1975-1981 Ford F-150, N/A; and Fits 1969-1973 Ford Mustang, N/A. It also covers applications such as Fits 1968-1979 Lincoln Continental, N/A and Fits 1969-1978 Mercury Marquis, N/A. This part number, 71-13538-00, is part of Victor Reinz’s OE-focused sealing lineup for foreign and domestic vehicles.

This part cross-references FEL-PRO 35041 and MAHLE C26650 for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Coolant seepage at the outlet housing
• Visible gasket deterioration or compression set
• Leak repair after thermostat or coolant outlet service
• Sealing issues caused by an uneven or worn mating surface
• Maintenance on Ford and Mercury cooling system components

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean both sealing surfaces before installation and remove old gasket material, corrosion, and coolant residue. Verify the coolant outlet design, bolt-hole pattern, and 1-13/16-inch I.D. specification before assembly. Use the correct torque sequence for the housing fasteners and refill the cooling system with the proper coolant after service.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz supplies OE-quality gasket technology and engineering and is an original equipment supplier used by manufacturers worldwide. That OE background supports consistent sealing performance for Ford F-100, Ford F-250, Ford F-350, and related applications covered by part number 71-13538-00.