National 455355 Wheel Seal - Front Inner

National 455355 Wheel Seal Overview

National 455355 is a wheel seal built for driveline and axle sealing applications where accurate fit and stable sealing performance matter. It uses nitrile material with Redi-Coat treatment and is part of National’s 450000 series, a sealing line backed by more than 75 years of sealing expertise.

With a 2.875 inch shaft diameter, 3.881 inch outside diameter, and 0.468 inch width, this seal is specified for precise housing and shaft dimensions. It is a direct-fit style oil seal for service work on vehicles such as Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla applications where the correct wheel seal dimensions are critical.

Key Features

• Part number: 455355
• Wheel seal / oil seal for driveline and axle sealing service
• Nitrile construction for sealing performance in automotive use
• Redi-Coat surface treatment
• Inside diameter: 2.875 in. / 73.030 mm
• Outside diameter: 3.881 in. / 98.580 mm
• Housing bore: 3.876 in. / 98.450 mm
• Width: 0.468 in. / 11.890 mm
• National 450000 series

Detailed Description

National 455355 is engineered as a wheel seal for applications that require a controlled seal between the shaft and housing bore. The nitrile sealing material is selected for automotive sealing service, while the Redi-Coat finish supports installation and sealing consistency. Its dimensional specifications are important for matching the shaft, housing bore, and seal width during replacement work.

This seal is a practical choice for technicians servicing wheel-end sealing issues on vehicles such as Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla models when the OE-style dimensions call for a 2.875 inch shaft and 3.881 inch outside diameter. The National 455355 part number is also useful when cross-referencing replacement seals for the same application.

This part cross-references Hayden (e.g., 214) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Oil leakage at the wheel-end seal area
• Contamination entering the sealed driveline or axle assembly
• Seal wear from age, heat, and mileage
• Loss of sealing integrity caused by incorrect dimensions
• Service replacement needs on vehicles such as Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify shaft diameter, housing bore, and seal width before installation to confirm the correct fit for the application. Inspect the sealing surface for scoring, corrosion, or wear before installing National 455355. Clean the bore and shaft thoroughly so the nitrile sealing lip can seat properly, and follow the vehicle service procedure for wheel-end seal replacement.

Quality Assurance

National has supplied sealing solutions for more than 75 years and continues to develop products for modern vehicle service requirements. The 455355 wheel seal reflects that focus on dimensional accuracy and sealing consistency for automotive driveline and axle applications.