FAG SS2898 Manual Transmission Seal - Front

Manual Transmission Seal for Front Applications

FAG SS2898 is a manual transmission seal built with a metal and spring seal design and polyacrylate sealing material. It is specified for front applications across a wide range of Ford, Mazda, Mercury, Lincoln, and Jaguar vehicles, including Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Mariner front fitments.

Key Features

• Part number SS2898 manual transmission seal
• Seal type: metal with spring
• Sealing material: polyacrylate
• Bore diameter: 2.5 in. / 63.5 mm
• Seal outside diameter: 2.504 in. / 63.602 mm
• Seal width: 1.875 in. / 47.625 mm
• Designed for front-position applications listed in the fitment data

Detailed Description

FAG SS2898 is engineered to help maintain sealing integrity in transmission-related applications where dimensional accuracy matters. The metal-and-spring construction supports consistent contact, while the polyacrylate sealing material is selected for durability in demanding drivetrain environments. This seal is listed for front applications on vehicles such as the 2001-2012 Ford Escape, 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner, along with additional Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Mazda, and Jaguar coverage. If you are sourcing a manual transmission seal for a Ford Fusion, Mazda 6, or Lincoln LS front application, SS2898 is a direct part number to verify against your vehicle build.

This part cross-references Gates 18555 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Transmission fluid seepage at the seal interface
• Contamination from dirt, dust, and moisture entering the sealed area
• Loss of lubricant from worn or aging sealing surfaces
• Noise or drivability concerns related to compromised drivetrain sealing
• Service replacement for front-position seal wear on listed vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm bore diameter, outside diameter, seal width, and position before installation. Match SS2898 to the exact year, make, model, and front application shown in the fitment list, especially on Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, Mercury Mariner, and Ford Fusion vehicles. Inspect the shaft and housing surfaces for wear or scoring before installing the new seal, and verify that the sealing lip seats evenly during assembly.

Quality Assurance

FAG designs seals to meet vehicle manufacturer specifications and works with suppliers to maintain FAG quality standards. The seal is built to protect wheel-end and drivetrain components from contamination while helping retain grease or lubricant over the service life of the bearing or seal assembly.

Compatible Vehicles

• Fits 2001-2012 Ford Escape, Front
• Fits 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute, Front
• Fits 2001-2006 Mazda Tribute, Front
• Fits 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner, Front
• Fits 2006-2011 Mercury Milan, Front
• Fits 2006-2009 Ford Fusion, Front
• Fits 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, Front
• Fits 2003-2008 Mazda 6, Front
• Fits 2005-2007 Ford Five Hundred, Front
• Fits 2005-2007 Ford Freestyle, Front
• Fits 2005-2007 Mercury Montego, Front
• Fits 1999-2006 Ford Econoline, Front
• Fits 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, Front
• Fits 2002-2006 Mazda MPV, Front
• Fits 1996-2005 Ford Taurus, Front
• Fits 2000-2005 Lincoln LS, Front
• Fits 1996-2005 Mercury Sable, Front
• Fits 1995-2000 Ford Contour, Front
• Fits 1992-1998 Ford Crown Victoria, Front
• Fits 1997-1998 Ford E-150 Econoline, Front
• Fits 1997-1998 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon, Front
• Fits 1997-1998 Ford E-250 Econoline, Front
• Fits 1997-1998 Ford E-350 Econoline, Front
• Fits 1997-1998 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, Front
• Fits 1997-1998 Ford Expedition, Front
• Fits 1998 Ford F-150, Front
• Fits 1997-1998 Ford F-250, Front
• Fits 1996-1998 Ford Mustang, Front
• Fits 1995-1998 Lincoln Continental, Front
• Fits 1993-1998 Lincoln Mark VIII, Front
• Fits 1998 Lincoln Navigator, Front
• Fits 1991-1998 Lincoln Town Car, Front
• Fits 1992-1998 Mercury Grand Marquis, Front
• Fits 1996-1997 Ford Thunderbird, Front
• Fits 1994-1997 Mercury Cougar, Front
• Fits 2000-2008 Jaguar S-Type, N/A, DOHC 24 Valve; Schaeffler Seal Global Number 413 2898 100
• Fits 2000-2008 Jaguar S-Type, N/A, Schaeffler Seal Global Number 413 2898 100
• Fits 2002-2008 Jaguar X-Type, N/A, DOHC 24 Valve; Schaeffler Seal Global Number 413 2898 100
• Fits 2001-2008 Jaguar X-Type, N/A, Schaeffler Seal Global Number 413 2898 100