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What does an intake manifold gasket do?
The intake manifold gaskets are responsible for sealing the intake manifold against the cylinder head or heads depending on the engine. This gasket ensures no air leaks out as it travels from the air inlets into the intake manifold and eventually reaches the engine where it helps to burn the fuel inside the engine cylinder.
What are the symptoms of a bad intake manifold gasket?
Below are the top three symptoms that could indicate you need to replace your intake manifold gasket:
When the engine is running at a higher temperature or overheating more than usual.
When there is fluid under the car, coming from the engine.
When the engine does not run as smoothly as usual.
What happens when we do an intake manifold gasket replacement on your car?
Our certified mechanics will:
Inspect the intake manifold and gasket for leaks.
Read the car's ECU to find any fault codes.
Clean the air intake ports of the engine of dirt buildup.
If necessary, they will replace the intake manifold gasket.
Advise if other related parts need to be replaced.
Finally they will test drive the car.
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What does an intake manifold gasket do?
Gaskets are the seals placed between engine components to prevent any leaks. The intake manifold gasket is located between the engine and the air intake manifold and seals the two components.
It is usually made of a hard metal or composite material and ensures the air flows from the air inlets into the intake manifold and eventually reaches the engine where it helps to burn the fuel inside the engine cylinder. The intake manifold also serves as a device for cooling the engine coolant which passes through it.
Peugeot
Peugeot is a French automotive manufacturer, initially founded in 1810 as a manufacturer of coffee and bicycles that went on to build internal combustion engine cars from 1890.
How popular is Peugeot in the United Kingdom?
With possibly its strongest model line-up in years, Peugeot is looking to turn around its current dip in vehicle numbers on the UK roads today. After a steady rise over the decade from 1995 to 2005, from 1.1million to 2.1million, the current tally has slowly dropped to a mere 1.8million—a strong total despite the depreciation in numbers.
A mixed range of sensibly priced cars
With 21 standard vehicle models available from the full Peugeot line-up, that’s a lot of choice when buying a car.
Without doubt, it’s their SUV offerings that are leading the way; the innovation and technology applied to these stronger models will hopefully be developed through the rest of the range, bringing them into line with what the buying public expect from their motoring today.
The modern Peugeot: executive styling in the making
Catering for city driving, Peugeot has smaller models available that include the 108 city car and the 208 supermini, next up is the 308 hatchback, and then the majority of the models in today’s line-up is their range of SUVs.
However, the 508 saloon, featuring fastback type styling, has grown into an attractive low-slung 5-door coupé. More cars like this could enhance Peugeot’s positioning away from the mid-stream and into executive status.
The historic and iconic Peugeot 205 GTI
It was in the 1980s when the 205 was introduced and seemed responsible for turning around the success of the company. The supermini model was applauded for its style and handling, which led to sales topping 50k units a year.
In 1984 the GTI was launched with a 1.6-litre engine; soon followed by a 1.9-litre model. The high-performance hatchback set standards in thrill-seeking for younger drivers everywhere.
Could the new range of SUVs be responsible for another similarly styled comeback for the French giant?
How often should an intake manifold gasket need replacing?
The intake manifold gasket on a car should typically last around 50,000 to 75,000 miles. However, this varies between cars and between drivers. In some instances, the gasket will fail prematurely due to the heat and pressures it’s exposed to on a daily basis. Some may last a lot longer in a less used or newer car.
And remember, failing to have your car maintained and repaired if you think there may be a problem with your intake manifold gasket could result in more costly and serious damage to your engine. A bad gasket will also impact your car’s power and fuel economy, making it more expensive to run.
The law, vehicle regulations and your MOT
There are strict regulations regarding exhaust systems and car emissions in the UK. A car's exhaust system, including the manifold and gaskets, cannot have any serious leaks, corrosion or cracks. An annual MOT tests both the exhaust system for leaks and deterioration and the emissions coming from the exhaust system.
What causes an intake manifold gasket to break?
During the combustion process the engine cools and heats continuously. The intake manifold gasket is constantly exposed to these extreme temperature fluctuations inside the engine, making it especially prone to wear and cracking.
When should an intake manifold gasket be replaced?
It is important to make sure that the intake manifold gasket is always in good condition as a damaged gasket can lead to engine coolant leaks and an overheating engine. We therefore advise that you replace a bad gasket as soon as you notice any of the symptoms below. The sooner you deal with the issue, the less likely it is that you’ll have to fork out for larger, costly repairs in the future.
What are the signs of a bad intake manifold gasket?
Usually, there a few signs you can look for:
If the ‘check engine’ warning light illuminates.
Engine misfire.
Loss of engine power.
Poor fuel efficiency.
When the engine is running at a higher temperature or overheating more than usual.
When there is fluid under the car, coming from the engine.
When coolant is visible around the intake manifold.
When the engine does not run as smoothly as usual.
What happens during an intake manifold gasket replacement?
During the repair our certified mechanics will:
Inspect the intake manifold and gasket for leaks.
Read the car's ECU to find any fault codes.
Clean the air intake ports of the engine of dirt buildup.
If necessary, they will replace the intake manifold gasket.
Advise if other related parts need to be replaced.
Finally they will test drive the car.
What is the average life of an intake manifold gasket?
The intake manifold gasket on a car should typically last around 50,000 to 75,000 miles. However, this varies between cars and between drivers. In some instances, the gasket will fail prematurely due to the heat and pressures it’s exposed to on a daily basis. Some may last a lot longer in a less used or newer car.
Can you drive with a broken intake manifold gasket?
We wouldn’t recommend driving if you suspect you have a bad or leaky intake manifold gasket. A bad leak will wreak havoc on your engine as it will disrupt the air fuel mixture in your engine. This could cause your car to overheat, stall frequently, misfire, run rough, or worst case your engine could seize, which will result in a costly, but avoidable, repair.
What happens if you don't change a bad intake manifold gasket?
Failing to have your car maintained and repaired if you think there may be a problem with your intake manifold gasket could result in more costly and serious damage to your engine. A bad gasket will also impact your car’s power and fuel economy, making it more expensive to run.
Do intake manifold gaskets deteriorate with age?
The intake manifold gasket on a car should typically last around 50,000 to 75,000 miles. However they can experience premature wear and tear as they are constantly exposed to extreme temperature fluctuations during your car’s combustion cycle.
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