When you have two components in your vehicle that are butted up against each other, it's beneficial to have a gasket between them. This gasket will prevent any chance of leakage that could occur during compression. While gaskets can be used in all kinds of scenarios, automotive gaskets are generally made from rubber or metal. They come in all kinds of shapes and sizes to accommodate the situation. Other gaskets can be made from cork, metal, felt fiberglass and plastic.
Problems can occur with gaskets because of the general wear and tear that comes with using an automobile each day. Depending on where the gasket is located, there are some things you can watch out for to determine if there is a problem with proper gasket seals. Broken gaskets in your engine may result in misfiring or a slow leak of oil underneath your vehicle.