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Timken 4989 Wheel Seal - Rear Inner
Timken Wheel Seal for Rear Inner Applications
Timken 4989 is a wheel seal built for rear inner axle locations on select Mitsubishi, Dodge, and related truck and SUV applications. It is designed to retain lubricant at the seal lip while keeping dirt, water, and road debris out of the hub area.
Compatible With 2000-2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport rear inner, 1983-2000 Mitsubishi Montero rear inner, and other listed rear inner applications, this seal supports proper axle sealing on vehicles that rely on stable lubricant control. Timken 4989 is a direct-fit service part for maintenance and repair work where seal leakage or contamination is a concern.
- Precision sealing design to help control grease and oil at the wheel end
- Reinforced outer case for added durability during installation
- Ribbed rubber inner diameter to seat against minor spindle imperfections
- Internal contamination exclusion system to block debris entry
- Vent holes to promote lubricant flow around the seal lip and reduce heat buildup
Fitment Details
- Fits 2000-2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport, rear inner, non locking differential
- Fits 2000-2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport, rear inner, locking differential
- Fits 2000-2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport, rear inner
- Fits 1983-2000 Mitsubishi Montero, rear inner
- Fits 1983-1996 Mitsubishi Mighty Max, rear inner
- Fits 1983-1993 Dodge Ram 50, rear inner
- Fits 1987-1989 Dodge Raider, rear inner
- Fits 1983-1986 Dodge Power Ram 50, rear inner
- Fits 1979-1982 Dodge D50, rear inner
Common Repair Uses
- Rear axle seal leakage
- Contamination entering the wheel end
- Lubricant loss around the spindle or hub area
- Heat-related seal wear from poor lubricant circulation
- Seal damage during prior service or removal
Installation Notes
Inspect the spindle, hub, and sealing surface before installation. Clean all mating surfaces thoroughly and verify the seal seats evenly to avoid premature leakage. If the spindle shows minor imperfections, the ribbed inner diameter is designed to help maintain a positive seal. Confirm rear inner position and differential configuration against the vehicle application before service.
Quality Assurance
Timken designs oil and grease seals with sealing control and contamination resistance in mind. Part number 4989 is engineered for rear inner axle service on the listed Mitsubishi and Dodge applications.
This part fits 107 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | RWD | Rear Inner | Non Locking Differential |
| 2004 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | RWD | Rear Inner | Locking Differential |
| 2004 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | 4WD | Rear Inner | Non Locking Differential |
| 2004 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | 4WD | Rear Inner | Locking Differential |
| 2004 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 2004 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | Rear Inner | ||
| 2003 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | RWD | Rear Inner | Non Locking Differential |
| 2003 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | RWD | Rear Inner | Locking Differential |
| 2003 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | 4WD | Rear Inner | Non Locking Differential |
| 2003 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | 4WD | Rear Inner | Locking Differential |
| 2003 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 2003 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | Rear Inner | ||
| 2002 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | RWD | Rear Inner | Non Locking Differential |
| 2002 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | RWD | Rear Inner | Locking Differential |
| 2002 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | 4WD | Rear Inner | Non Locking Differential |
| 2002 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | 4WD | Rear Inner | Locking Differential |
| 2002 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 2002 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | Rear Inner | ||
| 2001 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | RWD | Rear Inner | Non Locking Differential |
| 2001 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | RWD | Rear Inner | Locking Differential |
| 2001 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | 4WD | Rear Inner | Non Locking Differential |
| 2001 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | 4WD | Rear Inner | Locking Differential |
| 2001 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 2001 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | Rear Inner | ||
| 2000 | Mitsubishi | Montero | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 2000 | Mitsubishi | Montero | Rear Inner | ||
| 2000 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | RWD | Rear Inner | Non Locking Differential |
| 2000 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | RWD | Rear Inner | Locking Differential |
| 2000 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | 4WD | Rear Inner | Non Locking Differential |
| 2000 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | 4WD | Rear Inner | Locking Differential |
| 2000 | Mitsubishi | Montero Sport | Rear Inner | ||
| 1999 | Mitsubishi | Montero | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1998 | Mitsubishi | Montero | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1997 | Mitsubishi | Montero | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1996 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1996 | Mitsubishi | Montero | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1995 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1995 | Mitsubishi | Montero | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1994 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1994 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1994 | Mitsubishi | Montero | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1993 | Dodge | Ram 50 | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1993 | Dodge | Ram 50 | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1993 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1993 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1993 | Mitsubishi | Montero | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1992 | Dodge | Ram 50 | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1992 | Dodge | Ram 50 | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1992 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1992 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1992 | Mitsubishi | Montero | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1991 | Dodge | Ram 50 | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1991 | Dodge | Ram 50 | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1991 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1991 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1991 | Mitsubishi | Montero | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1990 | Dodge | Ram 50 | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1990 | Dodge | Ram 50 | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1990 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1990 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1990 | Mitsubishi | Montero | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1989 | Dodge | Raider | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1989 | Dodge | Ram 50 | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1989 | Dodge | Ram 50 | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1989 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1989 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1989 | Mitsubishi | Montero | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1988 | Dodge | Raider | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1988 | Dodge | Ram 50 | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1988 | Dodge | Ram 50 | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1988 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1988 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1988 | Mitsubishi | Montero | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1987 | Dodge | Raider | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1987 | Dodge | Ram 50 | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1987 | Dodge | Ram 50 | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1987 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1987 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1987 | Mitsubishi | Montero | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1986 | Dodge | Power Ram 50 | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1986 | Dodge | Ram 50 | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1986 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1986 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1986 | Mitsubishi | Montero | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1985 | Dodge | Power Ram 50 | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1985 | Dodge | Ram 50 | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1985 | Dodge | Ram 50 | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1985 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1985 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1985 | Mitsubishi | Montero | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1984 | Dodge | Power Ram 50 | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1984 | Dodge | Ram 50 | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1984 | Dodge | Ram 50 | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1984 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1984 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1984 | Mitsubishi | Montero | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1983 | Dodge | Power Ram 50 | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1983 | Dodge | Ram 50 | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1983 | Dodge | Ram 50 | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1983 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1983 | Mitsubishi | Mighty Max | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1983 | Mitsubishi | Montero | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1982 | Dodge | D50 | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1982 | Dodge | D50 | 4WD | Rear Inner | |
| 1981 | Dodge | D50 | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1980 | Dodge | D50 | RWD | Rear Inner | |
| 1979 | Dodge | D50 | RWD | Rear 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.