SKF 13797 Wheel Seal - Rear Outer

SKF 13797 Wheel Seal for Rear Outer Applications

SKF 13797 is a wheel seal built for rear outer driveline and axle service. It is designed with a nitrile sealing surface and precise dimensions to help maintain lubricant retention and keep road contaminants out of the hub area.

Compatible With 1951-1962 Chrysler New Yorker, rear outer; 1951-1962 Chrysler Newport, rear outer; and 1951-1962 Chrysler Town & Country, rear outer.

• Brand: SKF wheel seal for driveline and axle sealing systems
• Part number: 13797
• Nitrile sealing surface type for dependable sealing performance
• Width: 0.250 in.
• Outside diameter: 2.441 in.
• Shaft diameter: 1.375 in.
• Fits rear outer wheel seal locations on select Chrysler applications

Detailed Product Overview

SKF 13797 is engineered as a replacement wheel seal for rear outer positions on select Chrysler New Yorker, Newport, and Town & Country models from 1951 through 1962. SKF has a long history in seal design, and this part reflects that experience with application-specific construction and premium sealing materials. The nitrile sealing surface is selected to support consistent contact at the sealing interface, helping protect axle and hub components from lubricant loss and external contamination.

This part number, 13797, is also referenced in interchange listings for related service applications, making it a practical choice when matching an OE-style wheel seal by dimensions and fitment. For Chrysler New Yorker, Chrysler Newport, and Chrysler Town & Country rear outer service, SKF 13797 provides a direct-fit sealing solution based on the listed vehicle coverage.

What This Wheel Seal Helps Address

• Gear oil or lubricant seepage at the rear outer wheel seal area
• Contamination entering the hub or axle sealing zone
• Wear-related sealing loss from an aged or hardened seal lip
• Service replacement needs on select Chrysler rear outer axle applications
• Noise or driveline concerns associated with compromised sealing

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify shaft diameter, outside diameter, and width before installation to confirm the seal matches the hub or axle bore. Inspect the sealing surface and surrounding components for scoring, corrosion, or wear that could affect seal life. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly and install the seal squarely to avoid distortion at the lip. Confirm the rear outer position and vehicle application before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

SKF manufactures seals to specific designs using premium materials and controlled production standards. The brand’s seal engineering heritage dates back to the first integrated shaft seal in 1928, and SKF products are built to support long service life and safe operation in demanding automotive environments.