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SKF 21281 Wheel Seal - Front Inner

Front Inner
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SKF 21281 Wheel Seal for Front Inner Applications

SKF 21281 is a wheel seal built for front inner driveline and axle service where reliable sealing matters. It is specified for select Volvo S40 and V40, along with several Mitsubishi, Dodge, Plymouth, and Hyundai front inner applications.

  • Wheel seal for front inner positions
  • LongLife sealing surface type for durable sealing performance
  • Outside diameter: 3.235 in.
  • Shaft diameter: 2.126 in.
  • Width: 0.315 in.
  • SKF engineered seal design using premium materials

Detailed Product Overview

SKF 21281 is a precision wheel seal designed to help maintain proper lubrication at the hub while keeping road contaminants out. SKF has a long history in seal engineering, and this part reflects that focus with application-specific construction and material selection for the demands of driveline and axle service. The LongLife sealing surface type supports consistent contact at the sealing interface, while the listed dimensions help confirm proper fit during replacement work. This part number is commonly searched as SKF 21281 wheel seal and 21281 front inner wheel seal for vehicles such as Volvo S40, Volvo V40, Mitsubishi Eclipse, and Mitsubishi Galant.

This part cross-references Genu 30870411 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

  • Gear oil or lubricant leakage at the wheel end
  • Contamination entering the hub or axle sealing area
  • Wear-related sealing loss on front inner wheel seal service
  • Noisy or compromised hub operation caused by failed sealing
  • Replacement needs during axle, hub, or driveline maintenance

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the shaft diameter, outside diameter, and width against the original seal before installation. Clean the sealing surface and surrounding bore thoroughly, and inspect the hub, axle, and mating surfaces for wear or scoring before pressing in the new seal. Confirm front inner position fitment for the specific vehicle application, including 2000-2004 Volvo S40, 2000-2004 Volvo V40, 1990-1994 Mitsubishi Eclipse, and 1988-1993 Mitsubishi Galant.

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 dates back to the first integrated shaft seal, and SKF 21281 follows that tradition with application-specific construction for dependable wheel-end sealing.

This part fits 44 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2004VolvoS40Front Inner
2004VolvoV40Front Inner
2003VolvoS40Front Inner
2003VolvoV40Front Inner
2002VolvoS40Front Inner
2002VolvoV40Front Inner
2001VolvoS40Front Inner
2001VolvoV40Front Inner
2000VolvoS40Front Inner
2000VolvoV40Front Inner
1995DodgeColtFront Inner
1995MitsubishiExpoFront Inner
1994DodgeColtFront Inner
1994HyundaiSonataFront Inner
1994MitsubishiEclipseFront Inner
1994MitsubishiExpoFront Inner
1994MitsubishiExpo LRVFront Inner
1994PlymouthLaserFront Inner
1993DodgeColtFront Inner
1993HyundaiSonataFront Inner
1993MitsubishiEclipseFront Inner
1993MitsubishiExpoFront Inner
1993MitsubishiExpo LRVFront Inner
1993MitsubishiGalantFront Inner
1993PlymouthLaserFront Inner
1992HyundaiSonataFront Inner
1992MitsubishiEclipseFront Inner
1992MitsubishiExpoFront Inner
1992MitsubishiExpo LRVFront Inner
1992MitsubishiGalantFront Inner
1992PlymouthLaserFront Inner
1991HyundaiSonataFront Inner
1991MitsubishiEclipseFront Inner
1991MitsubishiGalantFront Inner
1991PlymouthLaserFront Inner
1990HyundaiSonataFront Inner
1990MitsubishiEclipseFront Inner
1990MitsubishiGalantFront Inner
1990MitsubishiSigmaFront Inner
1990PlymouthLaserFront Inner
1989HyundaiSonataFront Inner
1989MitsubishiGalantFront Inner
1989MitsubishiSigmaFront Inner
1988MitsubishiGalantFront Inner

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.