Basically, a flange is a connecting piece. It’s usually a flat disc with bolts, and it's used to connect sections of pipes, hoses, or even engine components together. It provides a strong, secure connection point. Sometimes it'll have a gasket between the surfaces to make sure everything is sealed tight. You’ll find flanges all over the place, but in the engine area, they're common where the exhaust system connects to the engine manifold, or where coolant hoses connect to the engine block or radiator. They might also be used on fuel lines. Anything that needs a really solid, leak – proof connection will often use a flange. It bridges the gap between two parts and allows you to bolt them together securely. If a flange fails, you'll usually notice it pretty quickly. You’ll probably get a leak – coolant, exhaust, or fuel, which are all serious problems. Exhaust leaks are noisy and can be dangerous. Coolant leaks cause overheating. Fuel leaks are a fire hazard. The flange basically acts like a shield, preventing those fluids from escaping. Replacing a bad flange is a relatively inexpensive fix that can save you a lot of trouble down the road. You can often find a good selection of flanges, including the one you need, over at Fixparts Online – they usually have pretty detailed diagrams to help you identify the correct part. Trusted brand, trusted warranty: Flange (MPN 076103171) has a 12-month guarantee!

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