Parts for your 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer-Manifold gasket

2012 Mitsubishi Lancer manifold gasket — what it does and when to sort it

Yes, a manifold gasket is fitted to the 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. Technical references that document this include the Mitsubishi Motors Service Manual for the CJ/GA series (engine mechanical sections covering Intake and Exhaust) and the Mitsubishi ASA electronic parts catalogue, both of which list an intake manifold gasket and an exhaust manifold gasket for the 4B11 (2.0L), 4B12 (2.4L), and 4B11T turbo engines. Major gasket manufacturers also catalogue direct-fit intake and exhaust manifold gaskets for this model year, confirming applicability.

The manifold gasket’s job is simple but crucial. The intake manifold gasket seals the junction between the intake manifold and cylinder head so the engine only breathes metered air. If it leaks, the car can idle high, run lean and trigger fault codes. The exhaust manifold gasket seals hot gases as they exit the head