Keep your Mercury outboard’s cooling system sealed and performing efficiently with the Genuine Mercury Gasket (396231). This OEM gasket fits between the water pump face plate and the upper water pump body, creating a reliable seal that supports proper water flow through the cooling system. Mercury engineers this gasket to meet factory specifications, ensuring a precise fit and dependable performance.
Maintain Cooling System Performance
A quality gasket plays an important role in the water pump assembly. It helps prevent water leaks while maintaining the pressure needed for efficient cooling. As a result, your engine receives the consistent water flow required to operate at the correct temperature.
Replacing the gasket whenever you service or rebuild the water pump also helps improve reliability and reduces the risk of cooling system issues.
Genuine OEM Fit and Quality
Mercury manufactures the Gasket (396231) from high-quality materials that withstand demanding marine conditions. Because it matches the original factory specifications, installation is straightforward and the gasket fits correctly without modification.
Unlike many aftermarket alternatives, this genuine Mercury gasket delivers the quality, durability, and sealing performance your engine was designed to have.
Why Choose Genuine Mercury Parts?
Choosing genuine Mercury parts helps protect your engine and maintain long-term reliability. Whether you’re replacing a worn gasket during routine maintenance or completing a water pump rebuild, the Genuine Mercury Gasket (396231) provides the fit and performance you can trust.
Before ordering, always confirm compatibility using your Mercury engine’s model and serial number to ensure the correct fit. Part number 396231 supersedes the earlier Mercury gasket 39623.
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