SKF 13859A Automatic Transmission Output Shaft Seal - Left

SKF 13859A Automatic Transmission Output Shaft Seal

SKF 13859A is an automatic transmission output shaft seal built for precise sealing at the transmission shaft interface. With a 1.378-inch shaft diameter, 2.175-inch outside diameter, and 0.315-inch width, it is sized for a controlled fit that helps retain transmission fluid and block outside contamination.

Compatible with select Honda HR-V and Honda Fit applications, this seal is a direct-fit service part for left-side installations. SKF 13859A is engineered with a polyacrylate sealing surface for transmission environments where heat, fluid exposure, and rotating shaft movement all matter.

Key Features

• Automatic transmission output shaft seal for transmission sealing service
• 1.378-inch shaft diameter for the specified application
• 2.175-inch outside diameter and 0.315-inch width
• Polyacrylate sealing surface type
• Fits left-side applications on select Honda HR-V and Honda Fit models
• SKF part number 13859A for catalog and service lookup

Application Details

This SKF transmission output shaft seal is designed for vehicles that need a reliable seal at the output shaft area of the automatic transmission. It helps maintain fluid containment at the shaft opening while limiting the entry of dirt and other contaminants. This part number, 13859A, is listed for 2016-2020 Honda HR-V, left, and 2015-2016 Honda Fit, left.

SKF has a long history in seal engineering, including early shaft seal development and continued refinement of bonding methods and material selection. That background is reflected in the design approach behind SKF 13859A, which uses premium sealing materials matched to the demands of transmission service.

What It Helps Address

• Transmission fluid seepage at the output shaft
• Contamination entering the transmission housing
• Wear-related sealing loss at the shaft interface
• Service replacement for a leaking left-side output shaft seal
• Fitment-specific repair needs on Honda HR-V and Honda Fit models

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm shaft diameter, outside diameter, and seal width before installation to match the transmission case and shaft dimensions. Inspect the shaft surface for scoring or wear, and clean the sealing bore thoroughly before pressing in the new seal. For best results, install the seal squarely to avoid distortion of the sealing lip.

Fits 2016-2020 Honda HR-V, left. Fits 2015-2016 Honda Fit, left. This part cross-references 912065T0004 for the same application.

Quality Assurance

SKF designs and manufactures seals to high quality standards using application-specific materials and construction methods. The brand’s seal engineering focus is centered on long service life and dependable fluid control in demanding automotive environments.