Cometic C4261-045 MLS Head Gasket 93mm .045 for Subaru EJ20GN 2.0L DOHC Turbo

Vehicle Fitment

• 1990-1994 Subaru Legacy (Turbo, AWD, 2.0L H4 EJ20GN DOHC 16V Turbo)
• 1992-2000 Subaru Impreza (WRX, WRX STI, AWD, 2.0L H4 EJ20GN DOHC 16V Turbo)
• 2002-2005 Subaru Impreza (WRX, WRX STI, AWD, 2.0L H4 EJ205 DOHC 16V Turbo)

Fitment Notes

• Designed specifically for the EJ20GN engine code (closed-deck, DOHC, 16V Turbo)
• WRX and STI models through 2000 use EJ20G-series closed-deck block - confirmed fitment
• 2002-2005 Impreza WRX/STI use EJ205 with same 93mm bore - confirmed fitment
• Does not fit naturally aspirated EJ20 variants (non-turbo)
• Does not fit EJ25 engines
• Sold individually - one gasket per listing (single cylinder bank)

Features

• Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) construction using three embossed stainless steel layers for superior strength and resilience
• Outer layers coated with Viton fluoroelastomer rubber - heat resistant up to 482°F (250°C)
• No sealant required - installs dry for clean, reliable sealing
• Compatible with aluminum-to-aluminum and aluminum-to-cast-iron head/block combinations
• Resists corrosion and rebounding forces from thermal cycling in turbocharged applications
• Precision-cut 93mm bore for accurate fitment on EJ20GN/EJ205 engines
• Engineered for high-output and modified engines running elevated boost pressure
• Proven in professional motorsport - Cometic is the industry standard across multiple racing disciplines

Specifications

• Part Number: C4261-045
• Gasket Type: MLS (Multi-Layer Steel) Cylinder Head Gasket
• Bore Size: 93mm
• Compressed Thickness: 0.045 inches
• Engine Compatibility: Subaru EJ20GN / EJ205, 2.0L DOHC 16V Turbo
• Layers: 3-layer stainless steel construction
• Coating: Viton fluoroelastomer (both sides of outer layers)
• Position: Cylinder Head (single gasket)
• Drivetrain: AWD

Included Components

• 1x Cometic MLS Cylinder Head Gasket (C4261-045)

Product Description

The Cometic C4261-045 is a high-performance Multi-Layer Steel head gasket engineered for the Subaru EJ20GN and EJ205 turbocharged engines. With a 93mm bore and 0.045-inch compressed thickness, it delivers a precise, sealant-free seal between the cylinder head and block - making it an ideal choice for performance builds, engine rebuilds, or replacements on WRX and STI platforms from the early 1990s through 2005.

Built from three embossed stainless steel layers with Viton-coated outer surfaces, this gasket handles the extreme thermal and mechanical demands of forced-induction applications. Whether you're running stock boost or pushing a modified build, the MLS design resists blow-out, corrosion, and head movement caused by thermal cycling. No additional sealant is needed, keeping your install clean and straightforward.