Keep lubricant in and road grime out with the SKF wheel seal, part number 550231. It is built for correct fit on many Nissan, Infiniti, Pontiac and other vehicles, among them the 1998-2004 Nissan Frontier, 1987-2004 Nissan Pathfinder and 2000-2004 Nissan Xterra. It is also listed as a differential pinion seal, differential seal and drive axle shaft seal.
The seal body stays stationary while its lip rides on the rotating shaft, helping keep lubricants in and contaminants out. The catalog lists it for rear, front right, front left and rear inner positions, depending on the application.
- Tested design and materials: made with quality-tested design and materials for correct fit.
- Rigid metal case: the body is formed from deep drawn sheet steel for a rigid, stress-resistant case.
- Contaminant protection: designed to guard against dirt and water.
- Garter spring: the garter springs use cold drawn steel wire to support fluid retention.
SKF invented the first integrated shaft seal in 1928 and has kept developing new designs and bonding techniques since then. Its seals are made to specific designs, using premium materials chosen to suit both the application and its environment.
Signs this seal may need replacing include lubricant seepage or wet residue around the hub, axle end or differential. Diagnose the source of the leak first. If a worn seal is the cause, this part replaces it.
See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list of vehicles and engine-specific details.
Interchange: 71-550231 · 11-14-1-252-069 · 43232-78100 · 43232-H1010 · 43252-01G00 · CHR 550231
71550231 · 11141252069 · 4323278100 · 43232H1010 · 4325201G00 · CHR550231 · 38342N3100 · 38342P9000 · 72090424 · 4133606100 · 9759550231 · 1458550231 · X98674 · 27SS3606 · 66886
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
71-550231, 11-14-1-252-069, 38342N3100, 38342P9000, 43232-78100, 43232-H1010, 43252-01G00, 72090424, 4133606100, 9759550231, CHR 550231, 1458550231, X98674, 27SS3606, 66886
Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicles does the SKF 550231 fit?
It is listed for applications including the 1998-2004 Nissan Frontier, 1987-2004 Nissan Pathfinder and 2000-2004 Nissan Xterra. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list and engine details.
What names is this seal listed under?
SKF 550231 is cataloged as a wheel seal, differential pinion seal, differential seal and drive axle shaft seal.
What is the seal case made of?
The body is deep drawn sheet steel, which forms a rigid, stress-resistant metal case. The garter springs use cold drawn steel wire.
What are signs a wheel seal may need replacing?
Common signs include lubricant seepage or wet residue around the hub, axle end or differential. Diagnose the leak source first. If the seal is the cause, this part replaces it.
Does it cross-reference other part numbers?
Yes. It cross-references numbers such as 43232-78100, 38342N3100, X98674 and 27SS3606. The full list appears on the Interchange line in the description.
