FAG SS2727 Automatic Transmission Output Shaft Seal - Front or Left

Automatic Transmission Output Shaft Seal for Ford and Mazda Applications

The FAG SS2727 automatic transmission output shaft seal is built for vehicles that need a precise sealing surface at the transmission output. With a nitrile sealing material and a metal spring-style design with an auxiliary lip and inner shell, it is specified to help keep transmission fluid contained while limiting contamination at the shaft opening.

Compatible With select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury applications including Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, Mercury Mariner, Ford Freestar, Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, and Ford Windstar models across the listed years. The FAG SS2727 is sized for applications that require a 2.52 in. bore diameter, 2.52 in. outside diameter, and 1.652 in. seal width.

Key Features

• Automatic transmission output shaft seal for transmission sealing service
• Nitrile sealing material for fluid resistance in transmission environments
• Metal, spring, auxiliary lip, and inner shell seal construction
• 2.52 in. bore diameter and 2.52 in. seal outside diameter
• 1.652 in. seal width for the specified application
• Cross-reference part numbers include Dixie Electric Ltd 16626 and OE-style reference 4132727100

Detailed Description

FAG SS2727 is an automatic transmission output shaft seal designed around the dimensional and material requirements of the listed Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, Mercury Mariner, and related vehicle applications. The seal uses nitrile sealing material with a metal-supported body and auxiliary lip to help maintain a controlled seal at the output shaft area, where fluid retention and contamination control are critical. FAG states that its seals are engineered to meet vehicle manufacturer specifications and are selected for demanding sealing positions based on application, location, and vehicle class. This part number, SS2727, is also referenced in interchange data for additional catalog matching.

What It Helps Address

• Transmission fluid seepage at the output shaft seal area
• Contamination from dirt, dust, and moisture entering the seal opening
• Wear-related sealing loss at the transmission output shaft
• Incorrect seal sizing when replacing a worn OE-style seal
• Service issues on Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Mariner transmission repairs

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify bore diameter, outside diameter, and seal width before installation to confirm the seal matches the transmission case and shaft specification. Inspect the shaft surface and surrounding sealing bore for scoring, corrosion, or debris before installing the new seal. Clean the sealing area thoroughly and install the seal squarely to avoid distortion of the lip or spring. Confirm the vehicle application by year, make, model, and position before ordering; this part is listed for left-side and front applications on select vehicles, as well as N/A-position listings in the catalog data.

Quality Assurance

FAG designs these seals using high-quality materials and application-specific specifications to meet demanding vehicle sealing requirements. The brand works with suppliers to produce seals that align with FAG quality standards for transmission and wheel-end sealing service.

Fits 2003-2008 Ford Escape, left; fits 2008 Mazda Tribute, left; fits 2001-2006 Mazda Tribute, left; fits 2005-2008 Mercury Mariner, left; fits 2004-2007 Ford Freestar; fits 1986-2007 Ford Taurus; fits 1986-2005 Mercury Sable; fits 1995-2003 Ford Windstar; fits 2001-2002 Ford Escape, left; fits 2001-2002 Ford Escape; fits 1988-2002 Lincoln Continental; fits 1993-2002 Mazda 626; fits 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar, front; fits 1995-2000 Ford Contour, front; fits 1997-2000 Mercury Mystique, front; fits 1995-1999 Mercury Mystique; fits 1995-1997 Ford Probe; fits 1994-1997 Mazda MX-6; fits 1994 Ford Probe; fits 1984-1994 Ford Tempo; fits 1984-1994 Mercury Topaz; fits 1981-1990 Ford Escort; fits 1987-1989 Mercury Tracer; fits 1981-1987 Mercury Lynx; fits 1982-1983 Mercury LN7.