SKF 12685 Wheel Seal - Rear Outer
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SKF 12685 Wheel Seal - Rear Outer

Brand SKF 12685
Position Rear Outer
Width 0.484
Outside Diameter 4.310
Sealing Surface Type Nitrile
Shaft Diameter 1.250
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Nitrile sealing surface. Helps keep lubricants in and contaminants out.

Wheel seal. Provides sealing for driveline and axle applications.

SKF engineering. Built on decades of seal design and development.

Cross-references 46356, 827679C1 and 145812685 for the same application. See all 5.

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SKF Rear Outer Wheel Seal 12685

SKF Wheel Seal - Rear Outer 12685 is built for driveline and axle sealing where lubricant retention and contamination control matter. With a nitrile sealing surface and precise dimensions, it supports dependable sealing performance in rear wheel applications.

Key Features

  • Part number 12685 rear outer wheel seal from SKF
  • Nitrile sealing surface for axle and wheel-end sealing
  • Outside diameter: 4.310 in.
  • Width: 0.484 in.
  • Shaft diameter: 1.250 in.
  • Engineered to keep lubricants in and contaminants out

Product Details

SKF 12685 is part of the SKF Wheel Seal - Rear Outer product line, a sealing range developed around application-specific dimensions and material selection. SKF has a long history in seal design, and this wheel seal reflects that focus with premium materials chosen for the operating environment. For buyers searching for a rear outer wheel seal for axle service, SKF 12685 offers a direct replacement-style solution with the correct size and sealing material for the application.

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

What It Helps Address

  • Gear oil or lubricant leakage at the wheel end
  • Contamination entering the axle or hub area
  • Seal wear from heat, road debris, and normal service use
  • Noisy or rough wheel-end operation caused by compromised sealing
  • Service replacement needs for rear axle seal maintenance

Installation Notes

Verify shaft diameter, outside diameter, and width before installation to confirm the seal matches the axle housing and wheel-end dimensions. Clean the sealing surface and inspect the shaft or hub for wear, scoring, or corrosion before pressing in the new seal. For vehicle-specific searches, this rear outer wheel seal is commonly referenced by buyers looking for SKF 12685 for axle and wheel-end service on Chrysler and related applications.

Quality Assurance

SKF manufactures seals to specific designs using premium materials and controlled production standards. The brand’s seal engineering heritage includes decades of development focused on long service life and reliable contamination control in automotive driveline applications. Fits 2006-2011 Chrysler 300, rear outer; Fits 2006-2011 Chrysler 300C, rear outer; Fits 2006-2011 Chrysler Magnum, rear outer; Fits 2006-2011 Dodge Charger, rear outer; Fits 2006-2011 Dodge Challenger, rear outer.

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YearMakeModelPositionNotes
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46356827679C1145812685975912685CHR 12685