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SKF 9701 Manual Transmission Seal - Front
| Brand | SKF 9701 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front |
| Fits | Suzuki and Geo · 32 vehicles |
LongLife sealing surface. Helps keep lubricants in and contaminants out.
Premium materials. Built to match the application and its environment.
Seal design expertise. SKF has pioneered sealing technology for decades.
Cross-references 09283-25077, 14589701 and 96059640 for the same application. See all 5.
SKF 9701 Manual Transmission Seal for Suzuki and Geo
The SKF 9701 manual transmission seal is built for front-position applications on select Suzuki and Geo vehicles. With a LongLife sealing surface type and precise dimensions, it is intended to help maintain transmission fluid control while keeping dirt and moisture out of the sealing area.
Key Features
- Manual transmission seal for front applications
- Outside diameter: 1.502 in.
- Shaft diameter: 0.984 in.
- Width: 0.236 in.
- LongLife sealing surface type for durable sealing performance
- SKF part number 9701
Product Details
SKF 9701 is a transmission sealing component engineered to the dimensional requirements of the application. SKF has a long history in seal design and manufacturing, and this seal reflects that focus with premium materials and application-specific construction. It is used on manual transmissions in vehicles such as the Suzuki Sidekick, Suzuki X-90, Suzuki Samurai, and Geo Tracker, with fitment covering front-position installations across the listed model years. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.
What This Seal Helps Address
- Transmission fluid seepage at the shaft sealing point
- Contamination entering the manual transmission housing
- Wear-related sealing loss from age and mileage
- Leak concerns during service on front-mounted transmission seal locations
- Replacement needs for Suzuki Sidekick, Suzuki X-90, Suzuki Samurai, and Geo Tracker manual transmissions
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify shaft diameter, outside diameter, and width before installation to confirm the seal matches the transmission bore and shaft surface. Inspect the shaft and sealing surface for scoring, corrosion, or debris before fitting the new seal. Clean the sealing area thoroughly and install the seal squarely to avoid distortion or premature wear. Fits 1989-1998 Suzuki Sidekick, front. Fits 1996-1998 Suzuki X-90, front. Fits 1989-1997 Geo Tracker, front. Fits 1986-1995 Suzuki Samurai, front.
Quality Assurance
SKF manufactures seals to specific designs using premium materials and controlled production standards. The brand’s seal engineering background and long-running OE-focused development support consistent fit and sealing performance for manual transmission service.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Suzuki | Sidekick | Front | — |
| 1998 | Suzuki | X-90 | Front | — |
| 1997 | Geo | Tracker | Front | — |
| 1997 | Suzuki | Sidekick | Front | — |
| 1997 | Suzuki | X-90 | Front | — |
| 1996 | Geo | Tracker | Front | — |
| 1996 | Suzuki | Sidekick | Front | — |
| 1996 | Suzuki | X-90 | Front | — |
| 1995 | Geo | Tracker | Front | — |
| 1995 | Suzuki | Samurai | Front | — |
| 1995 | Suzuki | Sidekick | Front | — |
| 1994 | Geo | Tracker | Front | — |
| 1994 | Suzuki | Samurai | Front | — |
| 1994 | Suzuki | Sidekick | Front | — |
| 1993 | Geo | Tracker | Front | — |
| 1993 | Suzuki | Samurai | Front | — |
| 1993 | Suzuki | Sidekick | Front | — |
| 1992 | Geo | Tracker | Front | — |
| 1992 | Suzuki | Samurai | Front | — |
| 1992 | Suzuki | Sidekick | Front | — |
| 1991 | Geo | Tracker | Front | — |
| 1991 | Suzuki | Samurai | Front | — |
| 1991 | Suzuki | Sidekick | Front | — |
| 1990 | Geo | Tracker | Front | — |
| 1990 | Suzuki | Samurai | Front | — |
| 1990 | Suzuki | Sidekick | Front | — |
| 1989 | Geo | Tracker | Front | — |
| 1989 | Suzuki | Samurai | Front | — |
| 1989 | Suzuki | Sidekick | Front | — |
| 1988 | Suzuki | Samurai | Front | — |
| 1987 | Suzuki | Samurai | Front | — |
| 1986 | Suzuki | Samurai | Front | — |
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