FAG SS3163 Wheel Seal - Front, Front Inner or Front Outer

Wheel Seal for Front Inner Applications

The FAG SS3163 wheel seal is built for front inner wheel-end service where contamination control matters. It uses a rubber seal type with nitrile sealing material to help keep dirt, dust, and moisture out while retaining grease at the bearing.

Compatible With Jeep Wrangler, Cherokee, Grand Cherokee, TJ, and other listed 4WD truck and SUV applications, this seal is sized for specific axle and hub setups. The FAG SS3163 is engineered to meet vehicle manufacturer specifications for the application.

Key Features

• Rubber seal type with nitrile sealing material
• Bore diameter: 3.189 in. / 81.001 mm
• Seal outside diameter: 3.189 in. / 81.001 mm
• Seal width: 2.244 in. / 56.998 mm
• Front inner, front, and front outer positions listed by application
• Designed to protect wheel-end components from dirt, dust, and moisture
• Helps retain grease over the life of the bearing

Detailed Description

FAG SS3163 is a wheel seal for driveline and axle service, designed around demanding OE-style sealing requirements. The nitrile sealing material is selected for wheel-end protection, helping maintain a clean bearing environment and reduce grease loss. This part number is used across a wide range of Jeep, Ford, Dodge, Chevrolet, GMC, Mazda, and Mercury front axle applications, including many 4WD and locking-hub setups. This part cross-references National 722109 for the same application.

For buyers searching for a front inner wheel seal for Jeep Wrangler, Ford F-250, or Chevrolet K5 Blazer, SS3163 is a direct-fit option when the axle, position, and dimensions match the vehicle listing. The FAG SS3163 also appears in interchange data with Gates 22311.

What It Helps Address

• Grease leakage at the wheel end
• Contamination from dirt, dust, and road moisture
• Premature bearing wear caused by seal failure
• Wheel-end noise related to compromised sealing
• Service issues on front inner axle assemblies

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the axle type, hub style, and seal dimensions before installation. This seal is listed for multiple positions, including front inner, front, and front outer, depending on the vehicle. Confirm the bore diameter, outside diameter, and width against the original seal and the application notes, especially on vehicles with locking hubs or specific axle codes.

Fits 2013-2016 Jeep Wrangler, Front Inner; fits 1997-2012 Jeep Wrangler, Front Inner; fits 1987-1995 Jeep Wrangler, Front Inner; fits 1997-2006 Jeep TJ, Front Inner; fits 1986-2001 Jeep Cherokee, Front Inner; fits 1993-2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Front Inner; fits 1991-1998 Ford F-250, Front; fits 1976-1992 Ford F-150, Front Inner; fits 1975-1986 Chevrolet K10, Front Inner; fits 1976-1986 Jeep CJ7, Front Inner.

Quality Assurance

FAG designs these wheel seals using high-quality materials and application-specific specifications to support reliable wheel-end sealing. The seal is built to meet manufacturer requirements for the listed vehicles and axle positions.