Apex ABS359 Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit - Rear

Apex ABS359 Rear Crankshaft Seal Kit

The Apex ABS359 is a rear engine crankshaft seal kit for select GM V6 applications. It is built for vehicles that need a rear crankshaft seal service on the engine side, including Buick LeSabre, Park Avenue, and Regal, plus Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo applications.

Key Features

• Rear engine crankshaft seal kit for sealing the rear main area
• Fits 1995-2003 Buick Park Avenue, rear
• Fits 1996-2003 Buick LeSabre, rear
• Fits 1996-2003 Buick Regal, rear
• Fits 2000-2003 Chevrolet Impala, rear
• Fits 1998-2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, rear
• Fits 1995-2003 Pontiac Bonneville, rear
• Fits 1997-2003 Pontiac Grand Prix, rear
• Part number ABS359 for catalog and service matching

Detailed Description

Apex ABS359 is a rear crankshaft seal kit for engine sealing service on compatible GM passenger cars. This part number ABS359 covers a broad range of rear-position applications, including Buick LeSabre, Buick Park Avenue, Buick Regal, Chevrolet Impala, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Pontiac Bonneville, and Pontiac Grand Prix. It is also listed for Camaro, Firebird, Lumina, Oldsmobile 88, Intrigue, LSS, Regency, and 98 rear applications across the model years shown.

This rear crankshaft seal kit is used when servicing oil leakage at the rear of the crankshaft sealing area. For buyers searching for a rear crankshaft seal kit for 1996-2003 Buick LeSabre, rear or a rear crankshaft seal kit for 2000-2003 Chevrolet Impala, rear, ABS359 provides a direct fitment reference by vehicle and position.

Common Repair Uses

• Rear main seal oil leakage
• Oil seepage at the crankshaft sealing surface
• Engine oil loss from the rear of the block
• Seal replacement during engine service
• Maintenance on high-mileage GM V6 engines

Installation Notes

Confirm engine application and rear position before installation. Inspect the crankshaft sealing surface, adjacent gaskets, and surrounding components for wear or contamination before fitting the new seal. Clean the sealing area thoroughly and follow the vehicle service procedure for proper alignment and torque specifications. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Quality Assurance

Apex ABS359 is cataloged for specific rear-position applications across 1995-2003 Buick, Chevrolet, Pontiac, and Oldsmobile models. Verify the part number ABS359 against the vehicle’s year, make, model, and rear seal location before ordering.