Description

Oil Seal Retainer for the front axle swivel housing assembly. This retaining plate holds the swivel housing oil seal square against the chrome swivel ball, sealing the constant-velocity joint housing and retaining the swivel lubricant.

The plate bolts to the outer face of the swivel housing, clamping the seal so it bears evenly on the ball throughout the steering arc. A worn or distorted retainer allows the seal to lift and leak, so it is renewed whenever the swivel seal is replaced.