SKF 12886 Engine Timing Cover Seal

Engine Timing Cover Seal Overview

SKF 12886 is an engine timing cover seal built for direct replacement use in a range of Nissan and INFINITI applications. It uses a polyacrylate sealing surface and application-specific dimensions to help maintain a proper seal where the timing cover meets the engine.

Key Features

• Polyacrylate sealing surface for durable sealing performance.
• Application-specific width, outside diameter, and shaft diameter for proper fit.
• Engine timing cover seal for sealing critical engine components.
• Fits multiple Nissan models, including Pathfinder, Maxima, and Sentra.
• Also fits select INFINITI M30 applications and Mercury Villager applications.

Detailed Description

SKF 12886 is engineered as an engine timing cover seal for vehicles that require a precise sealing interface at the timing cover. The seal dimensions measure 0.313 in width, 1.856 in outside diameter, and 1.299 in shaft diameter, with a polyacrylate sealing surface type. That combination supports a controlled seal fit for the listed Nissan, INFINITI, and Mercury applications, including Nissan Quest, Nissan Pathfinder, Nissan D21, Nissan Maxima, Nissan 300ZX, Nissan Stanza, Nissan 200SX, Nissan Multi, and Nissan Sentra. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 13510-16A00, 145812886) for the same application. SKF 12886 is a practical choice when replacing a worn timing cover seal on compatible Nissan and INFINITI engines.

What It Is Used For

• Stopping engine oil seepage at the timing cover.
• Replacing a hardened or worn seal surface.
• Restoring sealing integrity after age-related shrinkage or cracking.
• Addressing contamination concerns around the timing cover area.

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify shaft diameter, outside diameter, and width against the removed seal before installation. Clean the sealing bore and mating surfaces thoroughly, and inspect the cover and shaft for wear or scoring that could affect sealing. Confirm exact vehicle application by year, make, model, and any listed notes before ordering SKF 12886.

Quality Assurance

SKF has a long history in seal engineering, including the development of the first integrated shaft seal in 1928. Its seals are manufactured to specific designs with premium materials and built to quality standards focused on long service life and safety.