SKF 15343 Wheel Seal - Rear

SKF 15343 Wheel Seal for Rear Axles

SKF 15343 is a rear wheel seal built for specific classic GM applications, including Oldsmobile 98 and Pontiac Bonneville, Catalina, and Grand Prix models. It is engineered with a nitrile sealing surface to help retain lubricant and keep road contaminants out of the hub area.

Key Features

• Rear wheel seal for driveline and axle sealing applications
• Nitrile sealing surface type for dependable sealing performance
• Outside diameter: 2.378 in.
• Shaft diameter: 1.524 in.
• Width: 0.375 in.
• SKF part number 15343 for direct identification

Application Details

Compatible with rear axle service on 1958-1964 Oldsmobile 98, 1959-1964 Pontiac Bonneville, 1959-1964 Pontiac Catalina, and 1962-1964 Pontiac Grand Prix. This SKF 15343 wheel seal is a fitment-based replacement for vehicles that need a precise rear sealing solution in the hub and axle assembly.

SKF has a long history in seal design and manufacturing, including early integrated shaft seal development and continued refinement of bonding methods and material selection. The result is a wheel seal built to specific dimensions and material requirements for the application environment.

This part cross-references Anchor 3416 for the same application.

Common Problems This Seal Helps Address

• Gear oil leakage at the rear wheel seal area
• Contamination entering the hub or axle sealing zone
• Seal wear from age, heat, and road exposure
• Loss of lubricant retention in rear axle service
• Noisy or compromised sealing performance from a deteriorated seal

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify shaft diameter, outside diameter, and width before installation to confirm proper fit. Inspect the sealing surface and surrounding hub components for wear, scoring, or contamination before pressing in the new seal. Clean the sealing area thoroughly and follow the vehicle service procedure for rear axle seal replacement.

Quality Assurance

SKF manufactures seals to specific design standards using premium materials selected for the application and operating environment. SKF sealing products have been used for decades in automotive service to help maintain lubricant retention and contamination control.