MAN 51059040232 Gasket

Description

This is an oil pan gasket designed to create a leakproof seal between the oil pan and the engine block. It is used in MAN engines as part of the drivetrain system. This gasket ensures optimal engine performance by preventing oil leaks, maintaining oil pressure, and protecting critical engine components from damage. It features dimensions of 2 x 447 x 580 mm and is manufactured in Germany. The MAN MPN for this gasket is 51059040232.

Key Features & Benefits

Basically, a gasket creates a seal between two surfaces—like where the oil pan meets the engine, or between parts of the valve cover. It fills in any imperfections so fluids—oil, coolant, whatever—don't leak out, and dirt and debris can’t get in. Think of it like a sealant, but made to withstand heat and pressure. They come in a lot of different materials—rubber, cork, metal—depending on where in the engine it's used and what it needs to seal against. It's a core component of a lot of different systems, but mostly in anything dealing with fluids or combustion. They're found everywhere from the cylinder head to the oil filter housing. They ensure that everything stays contained and operating correctly. Without them, you’d have major problems really quickly.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

If a gasket fails, you’ll usually notice a leak. You’ll notice if your oil pressure light comes on, or if you’re suddenly losing coolant. Even a small leak can cause a lot of damage over time—corrosion, overheating, even engine failure. Replacing a faulty gasket is often a lot cheaper than repairing the damage a leak can cause. You can find a ton of different gaskets on sites like Fixparts Online, and they’re generally pretty straightforward to replace if you’re comfortable doing a little work yourself. It’s definitely one of those parts you don’t want to put off fixing.

Warranty Information

MAN Gasket (MPN 51059040232) comes with a 1-year warranty.