SKF 16442 Engine Timing Cover Seal

SKF 16442 Engine Timing Cover Seal

SKF 16442 is an engine timing cover seal built for precise sealing performance in Honda, Acura, Mercury, and Isuzu applications. With LongLife sealing surface construction and carefully specified dimensions, it is designed to help maintain proper oil control around the timing cover area.

Key Features

• Part number: SKF 16442
• Sealing surface type: LongLife
• Outside diameter: 2.056 in.
• Shaft diameter: 1.575 in.
• Width: 0.276 in.
• Engine sealing component for timing cover service
• Built using premium materials and SKF sealing design expertise

Detailed Description

SKF 16442 is an engine timing cover seal engineered to maintain a tight seal at the timing cover interface, helping keep engine oil where it belongs and reducing the chance of contamination entering the sealed area. SKF has a long history in seal design and manufacturing, and this part reflects that focus with application-specific dimensions and a LongLife sealing surface. This part cross-references Honda 91212PAAA01 for the same application.

Compatible With 1990-2002 Honda Accord, 1992-2001 Honda Prelude, 1997-1999 Acura CL, 1995-1998 Acura TL, 1995-1998 Honda Odyssey, 1996-1998 Mercury Villager, and 1996-1997 Isuzu Oasis. SKF 16442 is a direct-fit style timing cover seal for these listed vehicles when the engine application matches the cataloged fitment.

Common Issues It May Address

• Oil seepage around the timing cover area
• Loss of sealing integrity at the shaft interface
• Contamination entering the timing cover sealing zone
• Leak-related maintenance on Honda Accord and Honda Prelude engines
• Seal replacement during timing service on Acura TL, Acura CL, Honda Odyssey, Mercury Villager, or Isuzu Oasis

Installation Notes and Tips

Inspect the sealing surface, shaft area, and timing cover mating surfaces before installation. Clean all contact areas thoroughly and verify the seal dimensions against the original part before assembly. Proper alignment during installation is important to avoid damaging the sealing lip or distorting the seal body.

Quality Assurance

SKF manufactures seals to specific designs using premium materials and controlled production standards. The brand’s sealing heritage dates back to the first integrated shaft seal in 1928, and SKF 16442 is produced with the goal of delivering long service life and dependable engine sealing performance.