FAG SS3164 Wheel Seal - Front, Front Outer or Rear

FAG SS3164 Wheel Seal for Nissan Applications

The FAG SS3164 wheel seal is built for specific Nissan front and rear wheel-end applications where reliable sealing matters. It helps keep dirt, dust, and moisture out of the bearing area while retaining grease for consistent wheel-end performance.

Key Features

• Rubber seal design with spring and auxiliary lip for added sealing support
• Nitrile sealing material for wheel-end service conditions
• Bore diameter: 3.11 in. (78.994 mm)
• Seal outside diameter: 3.121 in. (79.273 mm)
• Seal width: 2.244 in. (56.998 mm)
• Engineered to meet vehicle manufacturer specifications
• FAG SS3164 cross-references Gates 22323 and National 710072

Detailed Description

FAG SS3164 is a wheel seal designed for select Nissan Frontier, Pathfinder, Xterra, Pickup, D21, and 720 applications, plus INFINITI QX4 front positions. This seal is specified for multiple front and rear wheel-end locations, including front outer use on certain 1983 Nissan 720 applications. The design uses nitrile sealing material with a rubber body, spring, and auxiliary lip to help maintain a clean, lubricated bearing environment.

Fits 2000-2004 Nissan Frontier, front; fits 1998-2004 Nissan Frontier, rear; fits 1987-2004 Nissan Pathfinder, front; fits 2000-2004 Nissan Xterra, front; fits 1997-2003 INFINITI QX4, front. The FAG SS3164 part number is also used across earlier Nissan Pickup, D21, and 720 front applications.

What It Helps Address

• Grease loss at the wheel end
• Contamination from dirt, dust, and moisture
• Premature wear in bearing and hub sealing areas
• Seal leakage caused by worn or damaged wheel seals
• Service issues on Nissan Frontier, Pathfinder, Xterra, and related front-end applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the wheel-end position, bore diameter, seal outside diameter, and seal width before installation. Match the application to the exact vehicle year, make, model, and position listed for the FAG SS3164. Clean the hub and sealing surfaces thoroughly, and inspect the bearing area for wear or contamination before installing the new seal.

Quality Assurance

FAG designs these wheel seals to meet vehicle manufacturer specifications and works with suppliers to maintain FAG quality standards. The SS3164 is built for demanding wheel-end sealing requirements where the correct seal depends on the specific application, position, and vehicle class.