FAG SS3796 Engine Timing Cover Seal

Engine Timing Cover Seal for Northstar Applications

The FAG SS3796 engine timing cover seal is built with Viton sealing material and a metal spring design with an auxiliary lip for controlled sealing at the engine cover interface. It is specified for select Cadillac DeVille, Eldorado, Seville, Allante, and Oldsmobile Aurora applications from 1993-1999, including Northstar DOHC 32-valve configurations.

Key Features

• FAG engine timing cover seal, part number SS3796
• Seal type: metal, spring, auxiliary lip
• Sealing material: Viton
• Bore diameter: 2.623 in. / 66.624 mm
• Seal outside diameter: 2.628 in. / 66.751 mm
• Seal width: 2 in. / 7.899 mm
• Direct application coverage for select Cadillac and Oldsmobile Northstar engines

Detailed Description

FAG SS3796 is an engine timing cover seal engineered to maintain a tight seal at the timing cover area and help control oil retention around the engine front cover. The Viton sealing material is selected for demanding engine environments, while the spring-loaded, auxiliary-lip construction supports consistent contact at the sealing surface. This part number SS3796 is listed for 1993-1999 Cadillac Eldorado, 1993-1999 Cadillac Seville, 1994 and 1996-1999 Cadillac DeVille, 1993 Cadillac Allante, and 1995-1999 Oldsmobile Aurora applications, including DOHC Northstar variants where noted.

This part cross-references Gates 19905 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Oil seepage at the timing cover sealing surface
• Loss of seal integrity from heat and engine contamination
• Front cover leakage on Northstar-equipped Cadillac and Oldsmobile engines
• Wear at the bore and outer sealing diameter interface
• Seal degradation in high-temperature engine service

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify bore diameter, outside diameter, and seal width before installation to confirm proper application. Clean the timing cover and shaft sealing surfaces thoroughly, and inspect for scoring, corrosion, or residue that could affect sealing performance. Use the vehicle notes to confirm Northstar DOHC 32-valve coverage where applicable, and match the seal to the exact year and model listed for your vehicle.

Quality Assurance

FAG designs seals to meet vehicle manufacturer specifications and works with suppliers to maintain its quality standards. The SS3796 is built for demanding sealing requirements in the engine timing cover area and is listed under Schaeffler global number 413 3796 100 for reference.