FAG SS2257 Engine Timing Cover Seal - Front or Rear

Engine Seal for Select Chrysler, Dodge, Ford and Jeep Applications

The FAG SS2257 is a precision-engine seal built with a nitrile sealing element and a metal spring design for dependable sealing performance. It is specified for a wide range of front and N/A applications across Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Jeep, Mercury, and Plymouth vehicles, including many Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Caravan, and Ford F-150 fitments.

• Part number: SS2257
• Seal type: metal with spring
• Sealing material: nitrile
• Bore diameter: 1.624 in. / 41.25 mm
• Seal outside diameter: 1.63 in. / 41.402 mm
• Seal width: 1.125 in. / 28.575 mm
• Engineered to help keep dirt, dust, and moisture away from critical end components
• Helps retain grease and support bearing life over time

Detailed Product Overview

FAG SS2257 is built to meet vehicle-specific sealing requirements with materials selected for durability and consistent fit. The nitrile sealing surface and spring-loaded metal construction are used to maintain sealing contact while helping protect the sealed area from contamination and lubricant loss. This part cross-references Anchor 3638 and SKF 11122 for the same application.

Compatible vehicles include Fits 2005-2008 Chrysler Pacifica, N/A; Fits 1990-2008 Chrysler Town & Country, N/A; Fits 1996-2008 Chrysler Voyager, N/A; Fits 1990-2008 Dodge Grand Caravan, N/A; Fits 2007-2008 Jeep Wrangler, N/A; and Fits 1980-1990 Ford E-150 Econoline, Front. The SS2257 also appears in applications for Chrysler Concorde, Dodge Dakota, Ford Bronco, Ford Mustang, and Mercury Topaz, making it a broad-fit sealing solution for many older and late-model platforms.

What This Seal Helps Address

• Oil or grease leakage at the sealed area
• Contamination from dirt, dust, and road moisture
• Premature wear caused by lubricant loss
• Seal replacement needs on high-mileage vehicles
• Fitment issues when replacing an OE-style seal by size and application

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify bore diameter, outside diameter, and width before installation. Match the vehicle application, position, and engine or transmission configuration exactly, since this seal is used across multiple platforms and notes vary by model. Clean the sealing surface thoroughly and inspect the mating component for wear, scoring, or contamination before installing the new seal. For best results, confirm the part number SS2257 against the original seal and vehicle service information.

Quality Assurance

FAG designs seals to meet manufacturer specifications using high-quality materials and application-specific engineering. The SS2257 is built to the dimensional and material requirements listed above for consistent sealing performance in the intended applications.