FAG SS3229 Wheel Seal - Front Outer

Wheel Seal for Cadillac Eldorado and Oldsmobile Toronado

FAG SS3229 is a metal wheel seal built for front outer wheel-end service on select Cadillac Eldorado and Oldsmobile Toronado applications. It is engineered to help keep dirt, dust, and moisture out of the wheel end while retaining grease at the bearing.

Key Features

• Metal seal type with nitrile sealing material
• Bore diameter: 3.245 in. / 82.423 mm
• Seal outside diameter: 3.248 in. / 82.499 mm
• Seal width: 2.497 in. / 63.424 mm
• Built to meet vehicle manufacturer specifications for the listed applications
• Cross-reference: SKF 24888

Product Details

FAG SS3229 is a wheel seal for front outer wheel-end positions on 1968 Cadillac Eldorado and 1969-1978 Cadillac Eldorado, as well as 1969-1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. The seal dimensions and material selection are matched to demanding wheel-end requirements, helping protect bearing components from contamination and grease loss during operation. This part number, SS3229, is also referenced in OE-style service listings under global number 413 3229 100.

For shoppers searching for a front outer wheel seal for Cadillac Eldorado or Oldsmobile Toronado, FAG SS3229 provides the dimensional and material details needed to verify application before service work begins. The metal construction and nitrile sealing element are specified for wheel-end sealing performance in the listed vehicle applications.

Common Problems This Part Helps Address

• Grease leakage at the wheel end
• Dirt and dust intrusion into the bearing area
• Moisture contamination around the hub assembly
• Wear caused by degraded wheel seal sealing surfaces
• Service issues related to incorrect seal dimensions

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify bore diameter, seal outside diameter, and seal width against the removed part before installation. Confirm the wheel position as front outer and match the application to the correct Cadillac Eldorado or Oldsmobile Toronado year range. Clean the sealing surface and inspect the hub and bearing components for wear or contamination before installing the new seal.

Quality Assurance

FAG designs wheel seals using high-quality materials and application-specific specifications to meet manufacturer requirements. The SS3229 is engineered for the demanding conditions of wheel-end service and is built to help maintain bearing protection in the listed Cadillac Eldorado and Oldsmobile Toronado applications.