Mercedes-Benz Passenger A6010163820 Cylinder Head Gasket

Description

This Cylinder Head Gasket seals the engine’s cylinder head, preventing coolant and compression leaks. It is used in Mercedes-Benz passenger engines to maintain optimal performance. The gasket, measuring 10 × 280 × 500 mm, comes from Germany and is manufactured under the MPN A6010163820, ensuring reliable sealing and durability.

Key Features & Benefits

This gasket basically seals the space between the engine block and the cylinder head. Think of it as a really important seal – it prevents combustion gases, coolant, and oil from leaking where they shouldn’t. It has multiple layers, designed to withstand incredible heat and pressure from inside the engine. It’s not just one seal, it’s a bunch of seals all working together in one piece. It’s right at the heart of things, honestly. It’s a critical component in making sure your engine runs properly. Without it, you’ve got a major problem. It ensures the engine maintains compression – that’s what gives your car power. It also keeps your coolant and oil where they need to be, preventing overheating and lubrication failures. It acts like a shield, keeping everything contained and working as designed.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Well, if this gasket fails, you’ll notice pretty quickly. You might see white smoke coming from the exhaust – that’s coolant getting into the cylinders. You could have oil mixing with the coolant, making your oil look milky. Or you might just lose compression, meaning your engine won’t run well, or even at all. It’s one of those parts where, if it goes bad, you will know it. Replacing it can be a bit of work, but it’s absolutely vital to get your engine running smoothly again. We carry a good selection of these at Fixparts Online, and getting the right one for your vehicle is really important.

Warranty Information

Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cylinder Head Gasket (MPN A6010163820) comes with a 1-year warranty.