How long does an intake manifold gasket last?

The only way a car will be able to perform as intended is with the correct air/fuel mixture. With all the components in a car that are designed to manage this flow, it can be a little difficult to keep up with them...

The only way a car will be able to perform as intended is with the correct air/fuel mixture. With all the components in a car that are designed to drive this flow, it can be a little tricky to keep track of them all. The intake manifold is mounted on top of the engine and is designed to direct the air in the engine into the right cylinder during the combustion process. The intake manifold gasket is used to seal the manifold and prevent leakage of the coolant passing through it. When the vehicle is in service, the manifold gasket must be sealed.

An intake manifold gasket on a car is expected to last between 50,000 and 75,000 miles. In some cases, the gasket will fail before this date due to the daily wear and tear it undergoes. Some of the intake manifold gaskets are made of rubber and some are thicker cork material. In most cases, cork gaskets wear out slightly faster than rubber gaskets due to the fact that the rubber gaskets fit better on the manifold.

If the intake manifold gasket is not properly sealed, it can cause many different problems. Leaking coolant from the seal can cause overheating. Typically, the only time you'll even notice an intake manifold gasket is when you're having trouble with it. Replacing the intake manifold gasket on a car is a very difficult job, so it is important to entrust this job to a well-trained technician. Professionals will be able to remove the old gasket without creating additional damage.

The following are some of the signs you may notice when it's time to purchase new intake manifold gaskets: