SKF 26247 Wheel Seal - Front or Front Inner

SKF 26247 Wheel Seal for Front Axle Service

SKF 26247 is a wheel seal built for front axle sealing applications where lubricant retention and contamination control matter. It is a direct-fit style seal for select Ford Ranger, Kia Sportage, Mazda B3000, and Mazda B4000 applications, with nitrile sealing surface material for dependable contact at the shaft.

Key Features

• SKF wheel seal, part number 26247
• Nitrile sealing surface type for front axle sealing applications
• Outside diameter: 3.951 in.
• Shaft diameter: 2.624 in.
• Width: 0.891 in.
• Engineered for lubricant retention and contaminant exclusion
• Cross-reference: Ford F87Z1190AA

Detailed Description

SKF 26247 is designed for front wheel seal service on select Ford Ranger, Kia Sportage, Mazda B3000, and Mazda B4000 models. SKF has a long history in seal engineering, and this wheel seal reflects that experience with premium materials and application-specific design. The nitrile sealing surface helps maintain a consistent seal at the shaft while supporting the demands of driveline and axle operation.

Use SKF 26247 when servicing a front wheel seal on a 2003-2008 Ford Ranger, front; 2009 Ford Ranger, front with 4-wheel ABS through 9/14/09; 2000-2002 Ford Ranger, front without Pulse Vacuum Hub Locks; 1998-2000 Ford Ranger, front with Pulse Vacuum Hub Locks; 2001 Ford Ranger, front with rear wheel ABS; 1998-2002 Kia Sportage, front inner; 2000 Mazda B3000, front; or 2000 Mazda B4000, front. This part number is also searched as SKF 26247 for Ford Ranger front wheel seal replacement.

What It Helps Address

• Gear oil or lubricant leakage at the wheel end
• Contamination entering the hub or axle area
• Seal wear from age, heat, and road exposure
• Noise or rough operation related to a failing wheel seal
• Front axle service needs on Ranger, Sportage, B3000, and B4000 applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm seal dimensions before installation: 0.891 in. width, 3.951 in. outside diameter, and 2.624 in. shaft diameter. Inspect the shaft, hub, and sealing surface for scoring or corrosion before pressing in the new seal. Clean the bore thoroughly and seat the seal evenly to avoid distortion. Verify the vehicle’s front axle configuration, since Ford Ranger fitment varies by ABS and hub-lock setup.

Quality Assurance

SKF seals are manufactured to application-specific standards using premium materials selected for the operating environment. SKF has been developing sealing solutions for more than a century, and this part reflects that engineering focus for long service life and safety in axle sealing applications.