SKF 6916 Power Steering Pump Shaft Seal

SKF 6916 Power Steering Pump Shaft Seal

SKF 6916 is a power steering pump shaft seal built for steering systems that need reliable fluid retention and contamination control. With a nitrile sealing surface, a 0.625 shaft diameter, 1.254 outside diameter, and 0.250 width, this seal is sized for precise shaft sealing in service applications.

For technicians and parts buyers searching for a power steering pump shaft seal for Ford, Chrysler, or International applications, SKF 6916 provides a direct sealing solution backed by SKF’s long history in seal engineering.

Key Features

• Power steering pump shaft seal for steering system sealing service
• Nitrile sealing surface type for fluid-contact applications
• 0.625 shaft diameter for the specified shaft size
• 1.254 outside diameter for housing fitment
• 0.250 width for compact seal installation
• SKF part number 6916 for catalog and cross-reference lookup

Detailed Description

SKF 6916 is engineered as a shaft seal for power steering pumps, where maintaining hydraulic fluid inside the pump and keeping dirt and debris out are critical to system performance. The nitrile sealing surface is selected for sealing contact in automotive fluid environments, while the dimensional specifications help ensure the seal matches the intended shaft and bore requirements. If you are sourcing a power steering pump shaft seal for Ford, Chrysler, or International equipment, SKF 6916 is a practical replacement part to verify against the original seal dimensions. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What This Seal Helps Address

• Power steering fluid leakage at the pump shaft
• Contamination entering the steering pump assembly
• Seal wear from age, heat, and fluid exposure
• Loss of hydraulic pressure caused by shaft seal failure
• Service issues during steering pump rebuilds or repairs

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm shaft diameter, outside diameter, and seal width before installation. Inspect the pump shaft surface for scoring, pitting, or wear that could affect sealing performance. Clean the seal bore and surrounding components thoroughly, and install the seal squarely to avoid distortion. Verify the replacement against the original part number 6916 and the vehicle application before assembly.

Quality Assurance

SKF has a long history in seal design and manufacturing, including early integrated shaft seal development and ongoing refinement of bonding techniques and material selection. SKF 6916 is produced to defined specifications using premium sealing materials for automotive service conditions.