Keep gear lubricant sealed in and grit sealed out with the SKF Differential Seal / Drive Axle Shaft Seal 550224 (listed under both names). It drops in as a direct-fit replacement across a wide range of Nissan applications, including the 1968-1973 510, 1970-1973 240Z, 1973-1976 610, 1974 260Z, 1977-1978 280Z, 1977-1981 810, 1979-1983 280ZX, 1980-1986 720, 1981-1984 Maxima, 1986-1992 D21, 1986-1988 Stanza, 1987 Pathfinder, 1987-1989 Sentra, 1990-1994 Axxess, 1995-1997 Pickup, and 1998-2001 Frontier — see the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
Signs this seal may need replacing include gear-oil seepage, wet staining, or drips at the axle or differential housing. If a worn seal is the cause of the leak, this replaces it; diagnose the source before installing.
Interchange: 01280204062 · 207053133 · 683-9777 · 6839777 · 38342-01G00 · 3834201G00 · 38342-21000 · 3834221000 · 4133602100 · 9759550224 · CHR 550224 · CHR550224 · AE1904I0 · 71-550224 · 71550224 · 1458550224 · 1167 · 27SS3602 · 550224CHR · A45557. Manufacturer part number 550224.
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What does the SKF 550224 seal do?
It's a differential / drive axle shaft seal. The stationary body seats in the housing while its lip rides on the rotating shaft to retain gear lubricant and help keep dirt and moisture out of the driveline.
Which vehicles does the 550224 fit?
It fits many Nissan models, including the 510, 240Z, 260Z, 280Z, 280ZX, 610, 720, 810, Maxima, D21, Stanza, Pathfinder, Sentra, Axxess, Pickup, and Frontier — see the Buyer's Guide for exact years.
Is this a front or rear seal?
It's cataloged for front, rear, front right, and front left positions depending on the application, so confirm the correct position for your specific vehicle before ordering.
How do I know my axle or differential seal is failing?
Common signs are gear-oil seepage, wet staining, or drips at the axle or differential housing. Have the source diagnosed, since leaks can also come from other gaskets or fittings.
What part numbers does the 550224 replace?
Interchanges include 683-9777, 38342-01G00, 38342-21000, 4133602100, 9759550224, CHR 550224, AE1904I0, 71-550224, 1458550224, 1167, 27SS3602, 550224CHR, and A45557, among others listed above.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
