FAG SS3241 Wheel Seal - Front or Front Outer

FAG SS3241 Wheel Seal for Front Applications

The FAG SS3241 wheel seal is built for front wheel-end service where contamination control and grease retention matter. It is a metal seal with nitrile sealing material, sized for precise bore and outside diameter requirements in specific Ford and Mercury applications.

Key Features

• Part number SS3241 for direct reference in wheel seal replacement searches
• Metal seal construction with nitrile sealing material
• Bore diameter: 3.305 in. / 83.947 mm
• Seal outside diameter: 3.31 in. / 84.074 mm
• Seal width: 2.5 in. / 63.5 mm
• Designed to help keep dirt, dust, and moisture out of the wheel end
• Helps retain grease at the bearing over the service life of the seal

Detailed Description

FAG SS3241 is a wheel seal engineered to meet vehicle-specific requirements for front wheel-end sealing. The seal uses a metal body with nitrile sealing material to support consistent sealing performance in demanding driveline and axle service. This part number is used in front applications on the 1995-2001 Ford Explorer, 1997-2001 Mercury Mountaineer, 1998-2001 Mercury Mountaineer SOHC, and 1995-1997 Ford Ranger front outer positions. It is also a useful search reference when comparing OE-style replacements for Ford Explorer front wheel seal and Mercury Mountaineer front wheel seal applications.

This part cross-references Remy 25013 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1995-2001 Ford Explorer, Front
• Fits 1997-2001 Mercury Mountaineer, Front
• Fits 1998-2001 Mercury Mountaineer, Front, SOHC
• Fits 1995-1997 Ford Ranger, Front Outer

What It Helps Address

• Grease loss at the wheel bearing
• Dirt and dust intrusion into the wheel end
• Moisture contamination around the bearing area
• Seal wear from age or mileage
• Front hub sealing issues on listed Ford and Mercury models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the bore diameter, seal outside diameter, and seal width against the removed part before installation. Confirm the vehicle position carefully, since this seal is used in front and front outer applications depending on model. Clean the hub and sealing surface thoroughly, and inspect the bearing and related components for wear before installing the new seal. For fitment searches, use SS3241 along with Ford Explorer front wheel seal or Mercury Mountaineer front wheel seal terms.

Quality Assurance

FAG designs wheel seals to meet vehicle manufacturer specifications and works with suppliers to maintain FAG quality standards. The seal is engineered for wheel-end contamination protection and grease retention in the specified applications.