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SKF 15823 Engine Timing Cover Seal
| Brand | SKF 15823 |
|---|---|
| Width | 0.315 |
| Outside Diameter | 2.176 |
| Sealing Surface Type | Nitrile |
| Shaft Diameter | 1.575 |
| Fits | Pontiac · 4 vehicles |
Nitrile sealing surface. Helps keep lubricants in and contaminants out.
Precision-made seal. Built to specific designs with premium materials.
SKF seal heritage. Backed by decades of seal design and development.
Cross-references 145815823, 975915823 and 7700516434 for the same application. See all 4.
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SKF 15823 Engine Timing Cover Seal
SKF 15823 is an engine timing cover seal built for controlled sealing at the timing cover interface. It uses a nitrile sealing surface and precise dimensions to help maintain a tight seal in the engine’s front cover area on 1985-1988 Pontiac Sunburst applications.
Key Features
- Engine timing cover seal for front engine sealing applications
- Nitrile sealing surface type for oil-resistant sealing performance
- Outside diameter: 2.176 in.
- Shaft diameter: 1.575 in.
- Width: 0.315 in.
- SKF part number 15823 for catalog and fitment lookup
Product Details
SKF 15823 is engineered to specific dimensions so the seal seats correctly in the timing cover and around the shaft interface. SKF has a long history in seal design and manufacturing, and its sealing products are built with premium materials selected for the application environment. For buyers searching for a Pontiac Sunburst timing cover seal, SKF 15823 provides a direct replacement option for 1985-1988 Pontiac Sunburst models. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Oil seepage at the timing cover area
- Loss of sealing at the shaft interface
- Contamination entering the engine front cover area
- Seal wear from age, heat, and fluid exposure
- Service replacement for a worn Pontiac Sunburst timing cover seal
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify shaft diameter, outside diameter, and width before installation to confirm proper seating. Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly and inspect the timing cover and shaft for wear, scoring, or distortion before fitting SKF 15823. Use correct installation practices to avoid damaging the nitrile sealing lip during assembly.
Quality Assurance
SKF designs and manufactures seals to high quality standards, using application-specific materials and bonding methods developed from decades of sealing expertise. The brand’s seal engineering focus supports long service life and dependable sealing performance in automotive engine applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Pontiac | Sunburst | 1.5L | L4 | N/A | — |
| 1987 | Pontiac | Sunburst | 1.5L | L4 | N/A | — |
| 1986 | Pontiac | Sunburst | 1.5L | L4 | N/A | — |
| 1985 | Pontiac | Sunburst | 1.5L | L4 | N/A | — |
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