FAG SS2012 Wheel Seal - Front, Rear or Right

FAG SS2012 Wheel Seal for Rear Applications

The FAG SS2012 wheel seal is built for rear wheel-end service where contamination control and grease retention matter. It is a direct-fit style seal for select Kia Rio, Ford Aspire, Ford Festiva, and Mazda 626 applications, including rear inner use on the 1983 Mazda 626.

Key Features

• Wheel seal for driveline and axle sealing applications
• Nitrile sealing material for dependable sealing performance
• Metal, spring, and auxiliary lip design
• Bore diameter: 1.968 in. / 49.987 mm
• Seal outside diameter: 1.981 in. / 50.317 mm
• Seal width: 1.535 in. / 8.509 mm
• Bearing inside diameter: 3.5 in. / 88.9 mm
• Cross-references Bosch 15445 and National 1126 for the same application

Product Details

FAG SS2012 is engineered to meet vehicle manufacturer specifications for wheel-end sealing. The seal helps protect bearings and related components from dirt, dust, and moisture while helping retain grease over the service life of the bearing. For rear wheel service on the 2001-2005 Kia Rio, 1994-1997 Ford Aspire, 1988-1993 Ford Festiva, and 1984-1987 Mazda 626, this seal provides the dimensional accuracy needed for proper fitment. It also fits the 1983 Mazda 626 rear inner position. The SS2012 part number is a useful reference when matching the correct wheel seal for these applications.

Common Problems This Part Addresses

• Grease leakage at the wheel end
• Contamination from dirt, dust, and moisture
• Premature bearing wear from seal failure
• Noisy or rough wheel-end operation caused by compromised sealing
• Incorrect seal sizing during rear axle or hub service

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify bore diameter, seal outside diameter, seal width, and bearing inside diameter before installation. Match the position exactly: rear for most listed vehicles, and rear inner for the 1983 Mazda 626. Inspect the hub, spindle, and bearing surfaces for wear or scoring before pressing in the new seal. Clean all sealing surfaces thoroughly so the nitrile lip can seat correctly. Confirm the application by vehicle year, make, model, and position before ordering FAG SS2012.

Quality Assurance

FAG designs wheel seals using high-quality materials and application-specific specifications to meet manufacturer requirements. The SS2012 is built to the dimensional and sealing standards expected for OE-style wheel-end service.