5240161580 Cylinder Head Gasket. Request a part-number and engine-serial check before quotation. 1 superseded reference traced on record.
Check 5240161580 availability: Start with 5240161580 and the quantity. Add an engine serial number or a photo of the old Cylinder Head Gasket if available; we will follow up on any missing details.
5240161580 Specification
About 5240161580 - Cylinder Head Gasket
Gaskets and seals are application-specific — material grade, thickness, and shape all vary by engine installation. We confirm part number against engine series and recommend full gasket kits for overhaul projects.
Technical Notes: Gaskets and seals
Gaskets, O-rings, and sealing rings keep oil, coolant, fuel, charge air, and exhaust gas in their own circuits. On high-speed MTU engines they work against high combustion pressures and frequent thermal cycling, so a seal that looks intact can still have lost its elasticity or set to the shape of the old joint.
When This Type of Part Is Usually Replaced
- a joint has been opened for inspection or repair, even if the old seal looks usable
- oil or coolant weeping appears at a cover, pipe flange, or housing
- a coolant test shows oil contamination or combustion gas in the cooling system
Checks Before Ordering
- Material matters: fuel-system and coolant-system O-rings of the same size can use different elastomers
- Superseded gasket numbers often reflect a material or thickness change, so mixed old and new gaskets on one joint should be avoided
- Order the complete set for a joint rather than single pieces when the cover or head comes off
Engine Catalog References
12V/16V/20V 4000 series — all variants
Engine-series references do not confirm every installation. Final fitment of 5240161580 depends on the full engine serial number and assembly position.
Common Replacement Scenarios
This part is commonly replaced when:
- External coolant leak at cylinder head joint
- Combustion gas blow-by into cooling system
- Oil contamination in coolant from failed gasket
Cross-Reference and Superseded Part Numbers
Catalog history distinguishes earlier and later numbers where documented. Reference-only entries do not establish replacement direction or interchangeability. Confirm the offered number against the engine serial number and installation.
| Part number | Catalog relationship |
|---|---|
| 5240160380 | Reference only; direction unconfirmed |
Common Applications
- Overhaul kits
- Marine service
- Industrial maintenance
- Generator repair
Information to Send for Quotation
- Exact part number: 5240161580
- Part name or assembly position: Cylinder Head Gasket
- Engine model / series: MTU 4000
- Engine serial number from nameplate
- Old-part photo showing number, connector, port, or size marking
- Required quantity and whether partial shipment is acceptable
- Destination country, delivery deadline, and preferred shipping method
The quotation confirms the offered part number, supply condition, price, lead time, and shipping options.
Ordering Notes
Replace as a complete set (one per cylinder). Always replace head bolts at the same time.
5240161580 FAQ
Does 5240161580 fit MTU 4000?
5240161580 Cylinder Head Gasket is checked against MTU 4000. Final fitment depends on the engine serial number, rating, and installation position.
What information is needed to quote 5240161580?
Send the part number, engine model, engine serial number, old-part photo, quantity, destination country, and required delivery date. This lets us confirm stock route, packing, and shipping options.
Can you check alternatives or superseded numbers for 5240161580?
5240161580 may relate to 5240160380. Final replacement status is checked against the engine serial number before quote.
When is 5240161580 usually replaced?
External coolant leak at cylinder head joint; Combustion gas blow-by into cooling system; Oil contamination in coolant from failed gasket.
Verification Notes
- Confirm engine model, serial number, required quantity, and destination before ordering.
- Send old part photos or nameplate details when markings or replacement status are unclear.
- Priority item: part number, supersession, and export packing details are checked before quote.
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