Victor Reinz 71-15124-00 Fuel Injection Throttle Body Mounting Gasket

Fuel Injection Throttle Body Gasket for Kia Sportage

Victor Reinz 71-15124-00 is a fuel injection throttle body mounting gasket made for sealing the throttle body to the intake side on select Kia Sportage models. It is a direct-fit sealing solution for 1998-2002 Kia Sportage applications and supports clean, reliable service work on the intake system.

Key Features

• Fuel injection throttle body mounting gasket for intake sealing
• Fits 1998-2002 Kia Sportage, N/A
• OE-quality gasket technology from Victor Reinz
• Built for foreign and domestic vehicle coverage
• Victor Reinz part number 71-15124-00 for accurate ordering

Detailed Description

Victor Reinz 71-15124-00 is engineered as a replacement gasket for the throttle body mounting point in the fuel injection system. As an original equipment supplier, Victor Reinz applies OE-level sealing design and manufacturing standards to help restore the connection between the throttle body and intake assembly. This part is listed for 1998-2002 Kia Sportage models and is a practical choice when servicing intake leaks or replacing a worn throttle body gasket on a Kia Sportage. The part number 71-15124-00 also helps confirm the correct application during parts lookup and repair planning.

This part cross-references FEL-PRO 61259 and MAHLE G32077 for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Intake air leaks at the throttle body mounting surface
• Idle instability caused by a deteriorated throttle body gasket
• Vacuum leaks around the fuel injection throttle body area
• Air bypass issues after throttle body service on a Kia Sportage
• Sealing loss from heat cycling and age-related gasket wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Clean both mating surfaces before installation and remove any old gasket material, carbon buildup, or sealant residue. Verify the throttle body and intake flange are flat and free of damage before fitting the new gasket. Confirm the application by matching the vehicle year, make, model, and part number 71-15124-00 before assembly.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz is an original equipment supplier known for gasket engineering used by manufacturers worldwide. That OE background supports consistent sealing performance and broad coverage for import and domestic repair applications.