FAG SS2816 Engine Timing Cover Seal

Engine Seal for GM 2.0L and 2.4L Applications

FAG SS2816 is an engine timing cover seal built with a metal inner shell and polyacrylate-Teflon sealing material for demanding OE-style service. It is engineered to help keep contaminants out and retain grease where sealing performance matters most.

Compatible With Chevrolet Sonic, Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Equinox, Buick Encore, and other listed GM applications across 2002-2020 model years.

Key Features

• Part number: SS2816
• Seal type: metal inner shell construction
• Sealing material: polyacrylate-Teflon
• Bore diameter: 2.165 in / 54.991 mm
• Seal outside diameter: 2.176 in / 55.27 mm
• Seal width: 1.772 in / 45.009 mm
• Cross-reference: SKF 17659
• Cross-reference: 4132816100

Detailed Description

FAG SS2816 is specified for a wide range of GM vehicles, including Chevrolet Sonic, Cruze, Equinox, Malibu, and Buick Encore applications. The seal is designed to meet vehicle-specific requirements with materials selected for durability, contamination control, and grease retention over bearing life. Its dimensions and sealing profile make it a direct-fit option for the listed applications, including DOHC 16V ECOTEC and hybrid or range-extender configurations where noted.

This part cross-references SKF 17659 and 4132816100 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Oil or grease leakage at the sealing surface
• Contamination from dirt, dust, and moisture
• Premature wear caused by compromised sealing
• Seal replacement during timing cover or related engine service
• Fitment issues when replacing an OE-style seal on listed GM models

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify bore diameter, outside diameter, and width before installation.
• Inspect the mating surface for scoring, corrosion, or debris.
• Clean the sealing area thoroughly before pressing the seal into place.
• Use the exact application notes for your engine configuration, especially DOHC 16V ECOTEC, hybrid, or range-extender variants.
• Confirm the vehicle’s year, make, and model against the fitment list before ordering.

Quality Assurance

FAG designs seals to meet manufacturer specifications and works with suppliers to maintain quality standards for the application. SS2816 is built for the fitment and sealing demands of the listed Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Pontiac, Saturn, and Cadillac vehicles.