SKF 14694 Drive Axle Shaft Seal - Front or Front Left

SKF Drive Axle Shaft Seal 14694

SKF 14694 is a drive axle shaft seal built for front axle service on select Dodge Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 applications. With a 1.470 shaft diameter, 2.920 outside diameter, and 1.688 width, this seal is sized for precise sealing at the axle shaft interface.

SKF has a long history in seal engineering, and this part reflects that focus with premium materials and application-specific design for drivetrain sealing performance. If you are replacing a leaking front axle seal on a Dodge Ram 2500 or Dodge Ram 3500, part number 14694 is a direct-fit option for the listed configurations.

Key Features

• Drive axle shaft seal for front axle service
• 1.470 shaft diameter for the specified axle shaft fit
• 2.920 outside diameter for housing sealing
• 1.688 width for the listed application dimensions
• Engineered by SKF for drivetrain sealing applications
• Cross-reference: Continental 49489

Detailed Description

SKF 14694 is designed to help maintain proper lubrication inside the axle while keeping dirt, water, and road contaminants out. It is a practical replacement for front axle seal service on 2000-2002 Dodge Ram 2500 and 2000-2002 Dodge Ram 3500 models in the listed positions, including front left and front applications with the noted axle configurations. For buyers searching for a Dodge Ram 2500 front axle shaft seal or a Dodge Ram 3500 front left axle seal, part number 14694 provides the dimensional match needed for the repair.

This seal cross-references Continental 49489 for the same application. Use the listed dimensions and fitment notes to confirm the correct axle setup before installation.

What It Helps Fix

• Gear oil or lubricant seepage at the axle shaft seal
• Contamination entering the front axle housing
• Wet residue around the axle shaft or hub area
• Seal wear from age, heat, and road exposure
• Front axle service issues on Dodge Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the axle configuration, position, and seal dimensions before installation. Clean the sealing surface thoroughly and inspect the axle shaft and housing for wear, scoring, or corrosion that could affect seal life. Confirm whether the vehicle uses a vacuum disconnect axle or a non-vacuum disconnect setup, since the fitment notes vary by application. For 2000-2002 Dodge Ram 2500 and Dodge Ram 3500 front axle service, matching the exact position and axle type is essential.

Quality Assurance

SKF seals are manufactured to high quality standards using materials selected for the demands of the application and operating environment. SKF has been developing sealing technology for more than a century, including early integrated shaft seal designs, and part number 14694 follows that engineering approach for drivetrain sealing reliability.