Keep transmission fluid where it belongs with the SKF Automatic Transmission Output Shaft Seal Kit, part number 16148. It is a direct-fit replacement for many vehicles, among them the 1997-2010 Chevrolet Malibu. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list of Chevrolet, Daewoo, Oldsmobile, Pontiac and Saturn applications.
The output shaft seal sits where the output shaft leaves the automatic transmission. The seal body stays stationary while its lip rides on the rotating shaft. This helps hold fluid in and keep dirt and water out.
- Tested for correct fit: made with a tested design and high-quality materials so the seal fits correctly.
- Rigid metal case: the body is formed from deep drawn sheet steel, giving a stiff, stress-resistant case.
- Steel-wire garter spring: made from cold drawn steel wire for strong fluid retention.
- Contaminant protection: designed to guard against dirt and water.
Specifications: 2.330 in outside diameter, 0.591 in width, 1.372 in shaft diameter, polyacrylate sealing surface. The listed applications use one seal.
SKF invented the first integrated shaft seal in 1928 and has kept developing new seal designs and bonding techniques since then. Its seals are built to specific designs from premium materials chosen to suit both the application and its operating environment.
Signs this part may need replacing include transmission fluid seeping or dripping where the output shaft exits the transmission, or a fluid level that keeps dropping. Diagnose the source of the leak before replacing parts.
Interchange: 4132686100 · 24201936 · 24203910 · 27SS2686
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
4132686100, 24201936, 24203910, 16148, 27SS2686, 5693, SL260001
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the SKF 16148 output shaft seal do?
It seals the point where the output shaft exits the automatic transmission. The seal body stays put while its lip rides on the turning shaft, which helps keep fluid in and dirt and water out.
Which vehicles does SKF 16148 fit?
It fits many vehicles, among them the 1997-2010 Chevrolet Malibu with all engines. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
What are the dimensions of SKF 16148?
It has a 2.330 in outside diameter and a 0.591 in width, fits a 1.372 in shaft diameter, and has a polyacrylate sealing surface.
How many output shaft seals does my vehicle need?
The listed applications use one seal.
What signs suggest the output shaft seal may need replacing?
Fluid seeping or dripping where the output shaft leaves the transmission, or a fluid level that keeps dropping, may be signs of a worn seal. Confirm the source of the leak before replacing parts.
