Help keep lubricant in and road grime out at the rear wheels with the SKF wheel seal 15746. It is a direct-fit replacement for the rear wheel position on the 1981-1990 Ford Escort, 1981-1987 Mercury Lynx, 1982-1988 Ford EXP, 1982-1983 Mercury LN7, 1984-1994 Ford Tempo, 1984-1994 Mercury Topaz and 1991-1994 Ford Ghia.
SKF has a long history in seal engineering. It invented the first integrated shaft seal in 1928 and has kept developing new designs and bonding techniques since. Its seals are made to specific designs from premium materials chosen for the application and its environment, and their job is to keep lubricants in and contaminants out.
The seal body stays stationary while its lip contacts the rotating surface, sealing the wheel bearing area. Signs this part may need replacing include:
If a leaking seal is the cause, this unit replaces it. Inspect the bearing and brake components at the same time.
See the Buyer's Guide tab for engine details and full fitment.
Interchange: CHR 15746 · 71-15746
4247367 · 975915746 · E1EC1249A1B · E1FZ1175A · E1FZ1S175A · YS4Z1177AA · YS4Z1S177AA · 473677 · 145815746 · X90901 · 47900 · CHR15746 · 7115746
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
What vehicles does the SKF 15746 wheel seal fit?
It fits the rear wheel position on the 1981-1990 Ford Escort, 1982-1988 Ford EXP, 1984-1994 Ford Tempo, 1981-1987 Mercury Lynx, 1982-1983 Mercury LN7 and 1984-1994 Mercury Topaz, among others. See the Buyer's Guide tab.
What does a rear wheel seal do?
It helps keep lubricant in at the wheel bearing and dirt and water out. The seal body stays stationary while its lip contacts the rotating surface.
What are signs a wheel seal may need replacing?
Common signs include lubricant seeping at the wheel, wet or contaminated brake components, and dirt or moisture reaching the bearing. Diagnose the cause before replacing parts.
What is the SKF 15746 case made of?
The body is made of deep drawn sheet steel, giving a rigid, stress-resistant metal case. The garter springs use cold drawn steel wire.
Which part numbers does the SKF 15746 replace?
It cross-references numbers including CHR 15746, 71-15746, 4247367, E1FZ1175A and YS4Z1177AA. The full list is on the Interchange line in the description.
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.
