SKF 16546 Drive Axle Shaft Seal - Front Left or Front Right

SKF Drive Axle Shaft Seal 16546

SKF 16546 is a drive axle shaft seal built for front axle service on select Mitsubishi applications. It is designed with a nitrile sealing surface and precise dimensions to help maintain a tight seal at the axle shaft, keeping lubricant contained and road contaminants out.

Key Features

• Drive axle shaft seal for front axle service
• Nitrile sealing surface for dependable sealing performance
• Width: 0.315 in.
• Outside diameter: 2.228 in.
• Shaft diameter: 1.654 in.
• SKF part number 16546 for direct identification

Application Details

This SKF axle shaft seal is engineered for Mitsubishi Eclipse, Mitsubishi Galant, and Mitsubishi Sigma front left and front right positions. It fits 1990-1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse, front left and front right; 1988-1992 Mitsubishi Galant, front left and front right; and 1989-1990 Mitsubishi Sigma, front left and front right. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Gear oil or lubricant seepage at the axle shaft seal area
• Contamination entering the driveline sealing surface
• Seal wear from age, heat, and road exposure
• Service issues on front left or front right axle locations
• Replacement needs for Mitsubishi Eclipse, Galant, and Sigma driveline sealing

Installation Notes

Verify shaft diameter, outside diameter, and seal width before installation. Clean the seal bore and shaft surface thoroughly, and inspect the axle shaft and housing for wear or scoring that could affect sealing. Confirm the correct front left or front right position for your vehicle before ordering.

Quality Assurance

SKF has a long history in seal engineering, including early integrated shaft seal development. This seal is manufactured to specific design requirements using premium materials selected for the application and operating environment, with the goal of long service life and reliable sealing performance.