SKF 18014 Transfer Case Input Shaft Seal - Front

SKF 18014 Transfer Case Input Shaft Seal

SKF 18014 is a transfer case input shaft seal built for applications that need reliable fluid retention and contamination control. With a polyacrylate sealing surface and precise dimensions, it is suited for front transfer case service on select Hyundai, Kia, Lexus, INFINITI, Mazda, Nissan, and Toyota vehicles.

Key Features

• Polyacrylate sealing surface for consistent contact at the shaft interface
• Outside diameter: 2.491 in.
• Shaft diameter: 1.811 in.
• Width: 0.300 in.
• Engineered for transfer case input shaft sealing in front-position applications
• SKF part number 18014 for direct catalog identification

Application Details

This SKF transfer case input shaft seal is designed around exact dimensional requirements to help maintain proper sealing at the transfer case input shaft. SKF has a long history in seal engineering, and this part reflects that focus with premium material selection and application-specific construction. It is a practical choice for service work on vehicles such as the Hyundai Genesis Coupe, Kia Sorento, Nissan Frontier, Nissan Pathfinder, Nissan Xterra, Lexus GS300, Lexus IS300, Lexus SC300, Toyota Supra, INFINITI QX4, Mazda MPV, Mazda 929, and Mazda RX-7. If you are searching for SKF 18014 for a front transfer case seal replacement, this part number is the correct reference to verify against your vehicle’s original seal dimensions and fitment.

This part cross-references 31375-51X03 and 313754AX02 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Transfer case fluid seepage at the input shaft
• Contamination entering the transfer case through a worn seal
• Noise or drivability concerns caused by low lubricant level
• Seal wear from age, heat, and shaft movement
• Service replacement during transfer case maintenance

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm shaft diameter, outside diameter, and width before installation to match the original seal specification. Inspect the input shaft surface for scoring, corrosion, or debris before fitting the new seal, and clean the sealing area thoroughly so the polyacrylate lip can seat correctly. For vehicles such as Nissan Frontier, Nissan Pathfinder, and Toyota Supra applications, verify the transfer case configuration and front-position requirement against the original part.

Quality Assurance

SKF designs and manufactures seals to specific application standards using premium materials and controlled production methods. The brand’s seal engineering heritage dates back to the first integrated shaft seal, and SKF 18014 follows that technical approach for long service life and dependable sealing performance.