FAG SS2449 Engine Camshaft Seal - Front, Power Steering or Rear

FAG SS2449 Engine Camshaft Seal

FAG SS2449 is an engine camshaft seal built with a rubber spring design and silicone sealing material for precise shaft sealing. It is specified for a wide range of Hyundai, Kia, Mitsubishi, Dodge, Ford, Chrysler, and related applications, including many 1.378" shaft fitments.

Key Features

• Engine camshaft seal for sealing the camshaft area and helping retain oil at the shaft interface
• Rubber and spring seal type for consistent contact pressure
• Silicone sealing material for durable sealing performance
• Bore diameter: 1.969 in. / 50.013 mm
• Seal outside diameter: 1.984 in. / 50.394 mm
• Seal width: 1.378 in. / 6.985 mm
• Cross-references National 3771 and BBB Industries 13943 for the same application

Detailed Description

FAG SS2449 is engineered to meet vehicle manufacturer specifications for demanding sealing applications. The seal dimensions and material selection are important for proper fit and reliable shaft sealing, especially on engines that use a 1.378" shaft. This part number is commonly searched for Hyundai Accent, Hyundai Elantra, Kia Rio, Kia Sportage, Mitsubishi Eclipse, and other import applications where accurate camshaft seal fitment matters.

Use FAG SS2449 when you need a direct replacement camshaft seal for vehicles listed in the fitment data, including many front and rear positions depending on the application. The part number SS2449 is also referenced by interchange numbers used across the aftermarket, which helps simplify catalog matching during repair planning.

What It Helps Fix

• Oil leakage at the camshaft seal area
• Oil seepage that can contaminate surrounding engine components
• Loss of sealing tension from a worn spring-style seal
• Improper sealing caused by aged or hardened rubber material
• Fitment issues when replacing an OE-style seal with the correct dimensions

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify bore diameter, seal outside diameter, seal width, and shaft size before installation. Clean the sealing surface thoroughly and inspect the camshaft journal for wear, scoring, or contamination. Confirm the exact vehicle position shown in the fitment list, since this part is used in N/A, front, and rear applications depending on the vehicle. For search accuracy, this FAG camshaft seal SS2449 is frequently associated with Hyundai Sonata, Kia Optima, and Mitsubishi Outlander fitments.

Quality Assurance

FAG designs seals to meet manufacturer specifications and works with suppliers to maintain its quality standards. The sealing construction is intended to protect engine end components from contamination and help prevent grease or oil loss over the service life of the bearing or seal interface.