APEX Automobile Parts Inc Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit P/N:ABS488

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$16.99
MPN: ABS488
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APEX Automobile Parts Inc Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit P/N:ABS488
APEX Automobile Parts Inc Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit P/N:ABS488
$16.99

Help keep engine oil sealed in at the back of the crankshaft with the APEX Automobile Parts Inc Crankshaft Seal Kit ABS488, a rear main seal set for the listed Ford applications. It fits many Ford vehicles as a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications, among them the 1987-1996 Ford F-150 with the L6-4.9L or V8-5.8L engine, the 1987-1996 Ford F-250 with the L6-4.9L or V8-5.8L engine, and the 1987-1996 Ford Bronco with the V8-5.8L. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.

  • Rear main seal set: Seals the crankshaft where it exits the rear of the engine. The seal body stays stationary while its lip rides on the rotating crankshaft to help hold engine oil in.
  • Rear position: Cataloged for the rear crankshaft position.
  • Engine coverage: Listed for Ford applications with the L6-4.9L or V8-5.8L engine, as shown in the Buyer's Guide tab.
  • Quantity: The listed applications use one kit per vehicle.

Signs this part may need replacing: oil seeping where the engine meets the transmission, drips under the rear of the engine, or steady oil loss between changes. Other leaks can look similar, so confirm the source before replacing. Follow the vehicle service information for the replacement procedure, the correct fasteners, and whether they may be reused.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the APEX ABS488 crankshaft seal kit do?

It is a rear main seal set that seals the crankshaft where it exits the rear of the engine. The seal stays stationary while its lip rides on the turning crankshaft to help hold engine oil in.

What are signs a rear main seal may need replacing?

Look for oil seeping where the engine meets the transmission, drips under the rear of the engine, or steady oil loss. Other leaks can look similar, so confirm the source before replacing.

Which engines does ABS488 fit?

It is listed for Ford applications with the L6-4.9L or V8-5.8L engine, including the 1987-1996 Ford F-150 and 1987-1996 Ford F-250 with either engine. See the Buyer's Guide tab for every application.

How many kits do I need?

The listed applications use one kit per vehicle.

Is ABS488 an engine crankshaft seal kit for the front or rear of the engine?

It is cataloged for the rear position. It is a rear main seal set for the crankshaft's rear exit from the engine.