SKF 16548 Wheel Seal - Rear

SKF 16548 Rear Wheel Seal for Ford and Mazda

SKF 16548 is a rear wheel seal built for specific Ford and Mazda applications that need reliable sealing at the wheel end. It uses a nitrile sealing surface and precise dimensions to help retain lubricant while keeping road contaminants out.

Key Features

• Part number: 16548
• Brand: SKF
• Wheel seal for rear axle applications
• Nitrile sealing surface type
• Width: 0.276 in
• Outside diameter: 2.294 in
• Shaft diameter: 1.654 in
• Fits 1989-1992 Ford Probe, rear
• Fits 1988-1992 Mazda 626, rear, exc. 4WS
• Fits 1988-1992 Mazda MX-6, rear, exc. 4WS

Detailed Description

SKF 16548 is engineered as a rear wheel seal for driveline and axle service where accurate fit and dependable sealing matter. The nitrile sealing surface is selected for sealing performance in wheel-end environments, while the listed dimensions help support proper installation on the intended shaft and housing interfaces. This part number 16548 is a direct fit for rear applications on the Ford Probe and on Mazda 626 and Mazda MX-6 models without 4WS. SKF has a long history in seal design and manufacturing, and this seal reflects that focus on controlled materials and application-specific construction.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Solve

• Rear wheel-end lubricant leakage
• Contamination entering the sealed hub or axle area
• Seal wear that can lead to noisy or rough wheel-end operation
• Service replacement for aging rear axle seals on Ford Probe, Mazda 626, and Mazda MX-6

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm shaft diameter, outside diameter, and width before installation to match the original seal dimensions. Inspect the sealing surface and surrounding hub or axle components for wear, scoring, or corrosion before pressing in the new seal. Clean the sealing area thoroughly and install the seal squarely to avoid distortion. Verify rear fitment for 1988-1992 Mazda 626 and Mazda MX-6 models with the exc. 4WS note before ordering.

Quality Assurance

SKF manufactures seals to high quality standards using premium materials and application-specific designs. The brand’s seal engineering heritage includes decades of development focused on keeping lubricants in and contaminants out for long service life and safety.