FAG SS2040 Wheel Seal - Front

FAG SS2040 Wheel Seal for Front Axles

The FAG SS2040 wheel seal is built for front wheel-end service where contamination control and grease retention matter. It is a direct-fit style seal for select Lexus IS300 and Toyota Cressida applications, with dimensions and sealing materials matched to the bearing and bore requirements.

Key Features

• Wheel seal for front wheel-end applications
• Seal type: metal, spring, and auxiliary lip
• Nitrile sealing material for dependable sealing performance
• Bearing inside diameter: 3.187 in. / 80.95 mm
• Bore diameter: 2.874 in. / 73 mm
• Seal outside diameter: 2.878 in. / 73.101 mm
• Seal width: 1.89 in. / 7.01 mm
• Cross-reference part numbers include 4132040100 and SKF 18979

Detailed Description

The FAG SS2040 is a front wheel seal engineered to help keep dirt, dust, and moisture out of the wheel end while retaining grease around the bearing. Its metal, spring, and auxiliary lip design works with nitrile sealing material to support consistent sealing at the hub. This part number is listed for 2001-2005 Lexus IS300, front, and 1989-1992 Toyota Cressida, front. If you are searching for a front wheel seal for Lexus IS300 or Toyota Cressida service, FAG SS2040 is the correct reference to verify against your original seal dimensions.

What It Helps Address

• Grease loss at the wheel bearing area
• Contamination from road dirt and dust
• Moisture intrusion at the front hub
• Seal wear from age, heat, and mileage
• Noise or roughness related to compromised wheel-end sealing

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm bore diameter, seal outside diameter, bearing inside diameter, and seal width before installation. Match the seal to the front position only, and inspect the hub, bearing surface, and sealing land for wear or scoring before pressing in the new seal. For Lexus IS300 front wheel seal replacement or Toyota Cressida front hub service, verify the original part number and dimensions against FAG SS2040 before assembly.

Quality Assurance

FAG sources wheel seals to meet vehicle manufacturer specifications and works with suppliers to maintain FAG quality standards. This seal is designed around demanding wheel-end requirements and the application-specific needs of the bearing and vehicle class.