FEL-PRO Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set P/N:MS 96521
Seal the joint between the exhaust manifold and the cylinder head with the FEL-PRO exhaust manifold gasket set MS 90198. Fel-Pro engineers it for the real-world repair environment, to deliver a reliable seal even on imperfect sealing surfaces. It is a direct-fit replacement for many vehicles, among them the 1978 Chevrolet Malibu 3.8L, 1978 Chevrolet Monza 3.2L / 3.8L and 1978 Chevrolet El Camino 3.8L. The listed applications run V6-3.2L, V6-3.7L or V6-3.8L engines, and the "Vehicles it fits" section has the full list.
A leaking exhaust manifold gasket may cause a ticking or tapping noise that can be louder on a cold start. Other signs are an exhaust smell under the hood or soot marks near the manifold. If a failed gasket is the cause, this set replaces the sealing components for the manifold job. The listed applications use one set. Consult the vehicle service information for the correct fasteners and whether the originals may be reused. Country of origin: United States.
Interchange: 18471 · MS017 · MS15214 · 754819 · MS3168 · MS3839 · EMS109A · 111038201
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What does an exhaust manifold gasket set do?
It seals the joint between the exhaust manifold and the cylinder head, so exhaust gases stay in the exhaust path instead of escaping at that connection.
Does the FEL-PRO MS 90198 fit a 1978 Chevrolet Malibu 3.8L?
Yes. It is listed for the 1978 Chevrolet Malibu with the V6-3.8L engine. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section for the other vehicles it fits.
What is included in the set?
Fel-Pro states the set contains all the gaskets and seals needed to remove and replace the exhaust manifold. The listed applications use one set.
What is the gasket set made of?
The set is made of steel and composite material. Fel-Pro rates it as meeting or exceeding all original equipment specifications.
What are signs the exhaust manifold gasket may need replacing?
Common signs include a ticking or tapping noise from the engine bay, an exhaust smell, or soot near the manifold. Diagnose the cause first, since a cracked manifold or loose fasteners can cause similar symptoms.
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