Hyundai Tucson Exhaust Gaskets
Exhaust Gaskets for the Hyundai Tucson — new, used and aftermarket stock, quoted once we know which Tucson you are running. Find quality Hyundai Tucson breaker yard at our facility.
What Are Hyundai Tucson Exhaust Gaskets?
Exhaust gaskets seal the joints in your Hyundai's exhaust — head-to-manifold, manifold-to-cat and downpipe-to-cat. On 1.6 CRDi and 1.6 T-GDi engines the manifold gasket gets hammered by thermal cycling; blown gaskets are the reason so many Hyundais develop a cold-start ticking noise.
Signs You Need New Exhaust Gaskets
How we match exhaust gaskets to your Tucson
What changes across the range
Tucson owners are usually surprised by how much turns on the generation code — JM, LM, TL and NX4 all sold here.
The LM Tucson and the ix35 are the same vehicle sold under two names in different markets, so ix35 stock is a legitimate source for LM-generation parts and vice versa.
Worth knowing: the Tucsonruns in lockstep with the Kia Sportage — JM with KM, LM with SL, TL with QL, NX4 with NQ5.
What we check on exhaust gaskets
- •The generation code, because Tucson parts lists split on it
- •The engine family — this Tucson was sold with Beta II 2.0 (JM), Theta II 2.0 (LM), Gamma 1.6 T-GDi (TL), Nu 2.0 and R-line 2.0 CRDi (TL)
- •The model year and engine code, and which section has failed
- •Whether the car is pre- or post-facelift within its generation
In South Africa the Tucson is mostly the family SUV that does school runs during the week and gravel-road holiday mileage over December, a duty cycle that is hard on suspension and cooling components. That is the wear pattern we stock and source against.
Hyundai Tucson Exhaust Gaskets FAQs
Will exhaust gaskets from another Tucson fit mine?
Not automatically. The Tucson sold in South Africa as JM, LM, TL and NX4, and the LM Tucson and the ix35 are the same vehicle sold under two names in different markets, so ix35 stock is a legitimate source for LM-generation parts and vice versa. Send us the generation code off your VIN plate and we will confirm it either way before anything is dispatched.
What should I send you when asking about Tucson exhaust gaskets?
The VIN is the single most useful thing — a photo of the plate is fine. Failing that, the generation code and the engine code off the block. The Tucson ran as JM, LM, TL and NX4, so the generation is what narrows the search.
How much does a Hyundai exhaust gasket cost?
Gaskets are cheap — a manifold gasket typically sits in the budget-aftermarket bracket and SA suppliers carry Hyundai-fit units. Labour varies hugely depending on where the gasket sits. Send your VIN for a quote.
What are the symptoms of a blown exhaust gasket?
Cold-start ticking that fades when warm, exhaust smell near the engine, black soot around the manifold flange and reduced turbo response on CRDi engines. The noise is often mistaken for lifter tick — the gasket test is a cold-start listen at the manifold.
How much does it cost to replace a Hyundai exhaust manifold gasket?
The gasket itself is cheap; labour is where it adds up. Access on 1.6 CRDi and 1.6 T-GDi engines means removing the exhaust manifold — typically three to four hours. Conical mesh gaskets are well-regarded. Send your VIN for a full quote.
Can you drive a Hyundai with a leaking exhaust gasket?
For a short distance, yes — but a leaking manifold gasket lets unmetered air confuse the lambda sensor, damages turbo response and can trigger limp mode. Fumes can also enter the cabin. Fix it at the next service interval, sooner on CRDi diesels.
Where can I buy Hyundai exhaust gaskets in South Africa?
We source manifold, downpipe and catalyst gaskets nationally through our SA supplier network. 1.6 CRDi and 1.6 T-GDi gaskets are common stock. Send your VIN for the exact part-number match.
Get your Tucson exhaust gaskets matched properly
A part number from the old unit, or simply your VIN, is enough for us to identify the right exhaust gaskets for your Tucson.