Corteco 026494H Intake Manifold Gasket

Description

The Corteco 026494H is an intake manifold gasket designed to create an airtight seal between the intake manifold and the engine cylinder head. This gasket is crucial for preventing leaks of air and combustion gases, ensuring optimal engine performance and efficiency. It's commonly used in engine repair and maintenance. This gasket provides a reliable seal, contributing to improved fuel economy and reduced emissions, and is manufactured to exacting standards for durability and consistent performance. It measures 20 x 130 x 165 mm and is made in Taiwan.

Key Features & Benefits

This gasket’s job is pretty simple, but crucial. It creates a tight seal between the intake manifold and the cylinder head. Think of it like a barrier—it prevents air and fuel from leaking out, and coolant or oil from getting in where they shouldn’t be. It handles a lot of heat and pressure from combustion, so it's built tough. The intake manifold brings air into the engine, and the gasket ensures that air gets only where it needs to go—into the cylinders for combustion. Without a good seal, you'll have major performance issues, and the engine won’t run efficiently. It’s a fundamental part of the engine breathing system.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

If this gasket fails, you’ll notice it. You’ll probably have a rough idle, a loss of power, maybe even a check engine light. You could experience a vacuum leak, which messes with the air – fuel mixture and really throws things off. It's one of those parts that acts like a shield, protecting critical engine components. Ignoring a failing intake manifold gasket can lead to bigger, more expensive problems down the road. You can find a good replacement at places like Fixparts Online, and honestly, it’s a fairly straightforward repair for a competent DIYer, though a pro is always a good option if you aren't comfortable.

Warranty Information

Corteco Intake Manifold Gasket (MPN 026494H) comes with a 1-year warranty.