SKF 18562 Engine Timing Cover Seal

SKF 18562 Engine Timing Cover Seal

SKF 18562 is an engine timing cover seal built for Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications that need dependable sealing at the timing cover area. With a polyacrylate sealing surface and precise dimensions, this seal is designed to help maintain proper oil control in classic V8 and inline engine applications.

Key Features

• Part number: SKF 18562
• Polyacrylate sealing surface type for consistent sealing performance
• Width: 0.313 in.
• Outside diameter: 2.566 in.
• Shaft diameter: 1.875 in.
• Engine gasket and sealing system component for timing cover service
• Cross-reference part numbers include 21G6700 and 26-56867 for the same application

Detailed Description

SKF has a long history in seal engineering, and the 18562 timing cover seal reflects that focus on material selection and dimensional accuracy. This seal is made to specific design requirements using premium materials so it can maintain the correct sealing properties for the operating environment. For Ford F-100, F-250, F-350, Bronco, Mustang, Thunderbird, and related Lincoln and Mercury models, the right timing cover seal helps keep engine oil where it belongs and reduces the risk of contamination at the front of the engine. If you are servicing a Ford F-150, E-250 Econoline, or Mercury Cougar application, SKF 18562 provides a direct-fit sealing solution for the listed vehicles.

What This Part Helps Address

• Oil seepage at the timing cover area
• Contamination entering the front engine sealing system
• Leak-related loss of lubrication around the cover seal
• Wear-related sealing issues during timing cover service
• Replacement needs on listed Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury engines

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm shaft diameter, outside diameter, and width before installation to match the engine application. Clean the sealing surfaces thoroughly and inspect the timing cover for wear, scoring, or distortion before installing the new seal. Use the vehicle fitment list to verify the correct year and model, including notes such as Thru 5/14/85, Thru 3/11/85, and From Ser. 110001 where applicable. This part number, SKF 18562, is listed for multiple Ford truck and passenger car applications, so matching the exact engine configuration is important.

Quality Assurance

SKF designs and manufactures seals to high quality standards with an emphasis on long service life and safety. The brand’s seal engineering heritage includes the first integrated shaft seal, and that experience informs the construction of SKF 18562 for demanding engine sealing use.

Compatible Vehicles

• Fits 1985 Ford Bronco, N/A, Thru 5/14/85
• Fits 1980-1984 Ford Bronco, N/A
• Fits 1966-1977 Ford Bronco, N/A
• Fits 1985 Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon, N/A, Thru 5/14/85
• Fits 1975-1984 Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon, N/A
• Fits 1985 Ford E-350 Econoline, N/A, Thru 5/14/85
• Fits 1975-1984 Ford E-350 Econoline, N/A
• Fits 1985 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, N/A, Thru 5/14/85
• Fits 1977-1984 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, N/A
• Fits 1985 Ford F-150, N/A, Thru 5/14/85
• Fits 1975-1984 Ford F-150, N/A
• Fits 1985 Ford F-250, N/A, Thru 3/11/85
• Fits 1985 Ford F-250, N/A, Thru 5/14/85
• Fits 1979 Ford F-250, N/A, Thru 3/11/85
• Fits 1953-1984 Ford F-250, N/A
• Fits 1985 Ford F-350, N/A, Thru 3/11/85
• Fits 1985 Ford F-350, N/A, Thru 5/14/85
• Fits 1979 Ford F-350, N/A, Thru 3/11/85
• Fits 1973-1984 Ford F-350, N/A
• Fits 1957-1971 Ford F-350, N/A
• Fits 1983-1984 Ford F-100, N/A
• Fits 1973-1983 Ford F-100, N/A
• Fits 1961-1978 Ford F-100, N/A, From Ser. 110001
• Fits 1953-1962 Ford F-100, N/A, Thru Ser. 220000
• Fits 1953-1961 Ford F-100, N/A, Thru Ser. 110000
• Fits 1975-1980 Ford E-250 Econoline, N/A
• Fits 1969-1978 Ford E-100 Econoline, N/A
• Fits 1975-1978 Ford E-100 Econoline Club Wagon, N/A
• Fits 1975-1978 Ford E-150 Econoline, N/A
• Fits 1975-1978 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon, N/A
• Fits 1967 Ford Econoline, N/A
• Fits 1973-1978 Ford LTD, N/A
• Fits 1955-1978 Ford Thunderbird, N/A
• Fits 1964-1973 Ford Mustang, N/A
• Fits 1978 Ford Fairmont, N/A
• Fits 1958-1978 Lincoln Continental, N/A
• Fits 1977-1978 Lincoln Versailles, N/A
• Fits 1974-1978 Mercury Cougar, N/A
• Fits 1967-1969 Mercury Cougar, N/A
• Fits 1975-1978 Mercury Grand Marquis, N/A
• Fits 1967-1978 Mercury Marquis, N/A
• Fits 1978 Mercury Zephyr, N/A
• Fits 1975-1977 Mercury Monarch, N/A
• Fits 1968-1976 Mercury Montego, N/A
• Fits 1957-1974 Mercury Colony Park, N/A
• Fits 1969-1970 Mercury Marauder, N/A
• Fits 1963-1966 Mercury Marauder, N/A
• Fits 1962-1967 Mercury Villager, N/A