SKF 12605A Drive Axle Shaft Seal - Rear

Rear Axle Pinion Seal for Honda and Acura

SKF 12605A is a rear axle drive axle shaft seal built for specific Honda and Acura applications. It is designed to retain lubricant at the axle assembly while helping keep dirt and moisture out of the sealing area.

Compatible With 2019-2020 Honda CR-V rear, 2017-2020 Honda HR-V rear, 2013-2018 Acura RDX rear, 2016-2018 Honda CR-V rear, 2016 Honda HR-V rear, and 2012-2015 Honda CR-V rear. Part number 12605A is a direct-fit sealing solution for these rear axle applications.

Key Features

• SKF Pinion Seal-Rear Axle line for driveline sealing applications
• Polyacrylate sealing surface type for the specified axle environment
• Width: 0.335 in.
• Outside diameter: 1.859 in.
• Shaft diameter: 1.260 in.
• Engineered for rear axle shaft sealing on listed Honda and Acura vehicles

Product Details

SKF 12605A is a drive axle shaft seal made to specific design requirements using premium materials selected for the application and its operating environment. SKF has a long history in seal engineering, including the development of the first integrated shaft seal, and its sealing products are built to maintain lubricant retention and contamination control in driveline systems. This part cross-references Honda 91201R7L003 for the same application.

Common Problems This Seal Can Address

• Rear axle gear oil seepage at the seal area
• Contamination entering the axle sealing surface
• Wet or oily residue around the rear pinion or axle shaft area
• Seal wear from age, heat, and driveline movement
• Noise or driveline concerns associated with low lubricant retention

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify axle position and vehicle application before installation. Inspect the shaft and sealing surface for scoring, corrosion, or debris before fitting the new seal. Clean the housing thoroughly and install the seal squarely to avoid distortion. Confirm the seal dimensions match the original part number 12605A application before assembly.

Quality Assurance

SKF manufactures seals to high quality standards with an emphasis on long service life and safety. The brand’s sealing expertise is backed by more than a century of road-proven use in lubricant retention and contamination control.