Help keep dirt, dust and moisture out of the wheel bearing, and keep its grease where it belongs, with the Schaeffler Wheel Seal / Shaft Seal SS2056. The catalog lists this seal for the front inner wheel position, and it fits many vehicles, among them the 1994-1997 Ford Aspire, 1988-1993 Ford Festiva and 2001-2005 Kia Rio. Schaeffler describes SS2056 as a shaft seal, and the catalog classifies it as a wheel seal, so it is listed under both names.
Schaeffler says its wheel seals are engineered from high-quality materials to meet vehicle manufacturer specifications. The company works with its suppliers to design seals that satisfy Schaeffler's own quality standards. Wheel seal requirements are demanding, and the correct seal depends on the application, the position and the vehicle class.
- Durable Design: Built under a robust quality assurance process that accounts for the precise requirements of automotive systems.
- OE Expertise: Designed and built to stringent OEM standards.
- Premium Materials: Intended to keep the seal durable and effective at protecting the wheel end.
- Superior Protection: Helps keep dirt, dust and moisture from reaching and damaging wheel end components.
Signs this part may need replacing: grease seeping or slinging at the inner side of the wheel, a torn or deformed seal lip, or dirt and moisture in the bearing. Diagnose the cause before replacing parts.
See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list of vehicles and engine-level details.
Interchange: E7GZ 1177 A · B001-33-065 · B210-33-065
E7GZ1177A · B00133065 · B21033065 · 4990 · 20427 · 4132056100
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
E7GZ 1177 A, B001-33-065, B210-33-065, 4990, 20427, 4132056100
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does the Schaeffler SS2056 install?
The catalog lists SS2056 for the front inner wheel position. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1994-1997 Ford Aspire, 1988-1993 Ford Festiva and 2001-2005 Kia Rio; see the "Vehicles it fits" section for the rest.
What does this wheel seal / shaft seal do?
It seals the wheel end. It helps keep dirt, dust and moisture away from the bearing and helps hold the bearing's grease in place.
What are signs the wheel seal may need replacing?
Signs include grease seeping or slinging at the inner side of the wheel, a torn or deformed seal lip, or contamination in the bearing. Diagnose the cause before replacing parts.
Why is SS2056 called both a wheel seal and a shaft seal?
The catalog classifies SS2056 as a wheel seal, and Schaeffler describes it as a shaft seal, so the part is listed under both names.
Which part numbers does SS2056 interchange with?
SS2056 is listed as an interchange for E7GZ 1177 A, B001-33-065, B210-33-065, 4990, 20427 and 4132056100.
