Reseal the pitman shaft area of your steering gear with the Sunsong Steering Gear Pitman Shaft Seal Kit, MPN 8401243. It is listed for many Ford, Lincoln, Mercury and Mazda vehicles, among them the 1980-1996 Ford F-150, 1980-1996 Ford Bronco and 1983-1997 Ford Ranger. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list and the engine details for each application.
The pitman shaft passes through the steering gear housing and drives the pitman arm. Its seals are designed to keep fluid inside the housing. Each seal body stays stationary while its lip rides on the turning shaft. Signs these seals may need replacing include fluid seepage or oily residue around the pitman shaft end of the steering gear, or a fluid level that keeps dropping. If worn pitman shaft seals are the cause of the leak, this kit replaces them. Inspect the shaft before reassembly, and follow the vehicle service information during installation.
Interchange: 8778 · 349680 · 2232 · 5077 · 28401243
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What does the Sunsong 8401243 seal kit contain?
Sunsong states the kit contains all the necessary rubber seals, plus washers and lock rings as needed for the steering unit repair.
Which vehicles does part 8401243 fit?
It is listed for many Ford, Lincoln, Mercury and Mazda vehicles, including the 1980-1996 Ford F-150. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
What are signs the pitman shaft seals may need replacing?
Signs include fluid seepage or oily residue at the pitman shaft end of the steering gear, or a fluid level that keeps dropping. Other leak sources are possible, so diagnose the leak before replacing parts.
Does this kit include a new pitman shaft?
A pitman shaft is not among the listed contents. Sunsong lists the necessary rubber seals, plus washers and lock rings as needed. Inspect the existing shaft for wear or damage before you install the new seals.
Which part numbers does this kit interchange with?
It interchanges with 8778, 349680, 2232, 5077 and 28401243.
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.
