SKF 16747 Wheel Seal - Front Outer, Rear or Rear Outer

SKF 16747 Wheel Seal for Driveline Service

SKF 16747 is a wheel seal built for rear and front outer axle applications where reliable sealing is critical. With a nitrile sealing surface, a 1.688 shaft diameter, 2.556 outside diameter, and 0.375 width, it is specified for select Jeep, Kia, Pontiac, Chevrolet, and Buick applications.

Key Features

• Nitrile sealing surface for dependable contact and fluid control
• 1.688 shaft diameter for the specified axle interface
• 2.556 outside diameter and 0.375 width for proper seal fitment
• Designed for driveline and axle sealing applications
• SKF engineering and manufacturing standards focused on long service life

Detailed Description

SKF 16747 is a wheel seal engineered to keep lubricant in and contaminants out at the axle. SKF has a long history in seal design, and this part reflects that experience with premium materials selected for the application and operating environment. It is used across a broad range of vehicles, including Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Liberty, and Jeep Wrangler, as well as select Kia Sephia, Pontiac Firebird, and Chevrolet Monte Carlo applications. This part cross-references Chrysler 05012824AA and 47787 for the same application.

Fitment

• Fits 1999-2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee, rear, Spicer 35 & 44 Axles
• Fits 2002 Jeep Liberty, rear, Spicer 35 Axle
• Fits 2000 Kia Sephia, front outer, Thru 6/00
• Fits 1994-1999 Kia Sephia, front outer
• Fits 1988-1989 Jeep Cherokee, rear outer, Spicer 35 Axle
• Fits 1988-1989 Jeep Comanche, rear outer, Spicer 35 Axle
• Fits 1988-1989 Jeep Wagoneer, rear outer, Spicer 35 Axle
• Fits 1987-1989 Jeep Wrangler, rear outer, Spicer 35 Axle
• Fits 1984-1987 Jeep Cherokee, rear outer, 35 & Spicer 35 Axles
• Fits 1986-1987 Jeep Comanche, rear outer, 35 & Spicer 35 Axles
• Fits 1984-1987 Jeep Wagoneer, rear outer, 35 & Spicer 35 Axles
• Fits 1970-1972 Pontiac Firebird, rear, 10 Bolt Cvr.
• Fits 1970-1972 Pontiac Grand Prix, rear, 10 Bolt Cvr.
• Fits 1970-1972 Pontiac GTO, rear, 10 Bolt Cvr.
• Fits 1970-1972 Pontiac LeMans, rear, 10 Bolt Cvr.
• Fits 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, rear, w/ Cut Out Cvr.
• Fits 1969 Buick Skylark, rear, w/o 12 Bolt Cvr.

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm shaft diameter, outside diameter, and width before installation to match the axle housing and seal bore. Inspect the sealing surface for wear, scoring, or contamination, and clean the mating area thoroughly before pressing the seal into place. Verify axle type and position, especially on Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Liberty, and Jeep Wrangler rear axle applications.

Quality Assurance

SKF designs and manufactures seals to high quality standards using application-specific materials and bonding methods. The result is a wheel seal intended for consistent sealing performance and long service life in driveline and axle service.