InMotion WS8516N Engine Crankshaft Seal - Front, Front Outer or Rear Outer

Engine Crankshaft Seal for Chrysler Axle Applications

InMotion WS8516N is a precision-engineered seal for rear outer and front outer differential applications on a wide range of Chrysler axle vehicles. It is built to help maintain a tight barrier against dirt, moisture, and gear oil loss in the differential pinion area.

Use this part when servicing a leaking pinion seal on select Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler, and Plymouth vehicles. The WS8516N is listed for multiple Chrysler axle and 8.375-inch ring gear applications, including Dodge Dakota, Dodge Durango, and Jeep Cherokee coverage.

Key Features

• Precision-fit differential pinion seal construction
• Helps block contaminants from entering the differential housing
• Supports leak control at the pinion area
• Application-specific coverage for rear outer and front outer positions
• Fits Chrysler axle and 8.375-inch ring gear configurations
• InMotion part number WS8516N for easy identification

Compatible Vehicle Applications

• Fits 1997-1999 Dodge Dakota, rear outer, with Chrysler Axle
• Fits 1998-1999 Dodge Durango, rear outer, with Chrysler Axle
• Fits 1999 Dodge Ram 1500 Van, rear outer, with Chrysler Axle
• Fits 1999 Dodge Ram 2500 Van, rear outer, with Chrysler Axle
• Fits 1991-1999 Jeep Cherokee, rear outer, with Chrysler Axle
• Fits 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota, front outer, with Chrysler Axle
• Fits 1970-1971 Dodge Challenger, rear outer, with Chrysler Axle
• Fits 1963-1976 Dodge Dart, rear outer, with Chrysler Axle
• Fits 1966-1978 Dodge Charger, rear outer, with Chrysler Axle
• Fits 1966-1978 Dodge Monaco, rear outer, with Chrysler Axle

What This Seal Helps Address

• Gear oil seepage at the differential pinion seal
• Contamination from road debris and moisture
• Wear-related sealing loss in the pinion area
• Service needs on Chrysler axle rear outer applications
• Service needs on select front outer Dodge Dakota applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm axle type, ring gear size, and seal position before installation. This part is listed for both Chrysler axle and 8.375-inch ring gear applications, so matching the vehicle configuration is important for proper fitment. Clean the sealing surface thoroughly and inspect the pinion yoke and surrounding components for wear before installing the new seal.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Quality Assurance

InMotion manufactures this seal with precision and high-quality materials to support reliable sealing performance in differential service. Part number WS8516N is cataloged for broad Chrysler axle coverage across Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler, and Plymouth applications.