SKF 16054 Manual Transmission Seal - Front or Right

Manual Transmission Seal for Muncie M20 Applications

SKF 16054 is a manual transmission seal built for front-position service on a wide range of Chevrolet and GMC trucks, vans, and Suburban models. It uses a nitrile sealing surface and precise dimensions to help maintain a dependable seal at the transmission shaft.

Fits 1967-1991 Chevrolet and GMC manual transmission applications with Muncie M20, SM465, or SM420 configurations listed below.

Key Features

• Part number: 16054
• Manual transmission seal for front installation
• Nitrile sealing surface type
• Shaft diameter: 1.625 in.
• Outside diameter: 2.129 in.
• Width: 0.250 in.
• Engineered by SKF, a long-established seal manufacturer

Detailed Description

SKF 16054 is designed for manual transmission sealing where accurate fit and material selection matter. SKF has a long history in seal development, and this part reflects that experience with premium materials chosen for the operating environment. The nitrile sealing surface helps support consistent contact at the shaft, while the listed dimensions make it easier to match the seal to the correct transmission setup. This part cross-references 037707H and 45843-77 for the same application.

Vehicle coverage includes Chevrolet C10, K10, K5 Blazer, P20, and GMC C1500, K1500, and P2500 models across multiple years. If you are servicing a front manual transmission seal on a Muncie M20-equipped truck or van, SKF 16054 is a direct-fit service part for the listed applications.

What This Seal Helps Address

• Transmission fluid seepage at the front seal area
• Contamination entering the manual transmission housing
• Wear-related sealing loss at the shaft interface
• Service replacement for aging Muncie M20, SM465, or SM420 seal applications
• Leak repair on Chevrolet and GMC truck, van, and Suburban drivetrains

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify shaft diameter, outside diameter, and width before installation.
• Confirm the transmission design note in the fitment list, especially 1st Design and 2nd Design Muncie M20 applications.
• Inspect the shaft and sealing surface for scoring or wear before fitting the new seal.
• Clean the bore and sealing area thoroughly so the nitrile lip seats evenly.
• Use the exact vehicle, year, and transmission note from the fitment list to confirm application match.

Quality Assurance

SKF manufactures seals to specific designs and quality standards using materials selected for the application and operating environment. SKF 16054 is built for long service life in the listed manual transmission applications.