V3918849
Oil Seal
Volvo

This oil seal is designed to seal rotating or sliding components within the Volvo engine, transmission, or axle assemblies where oil containment and contamination exclusion are critical. It provides a robust barrier against oil leakage while tolerating shaft misalignment, speed variation, and temperature fluctuations common in heavy-duty operation. The seal’s material formulation and lip geometry are optimized to resist oil, oxidation, and chemical exposure, preserving lubrication in critical gear trains and preventing contaminants from entering the high-precision interfaces. Proper installation ensures minimum frictional losses and reduced drive-train noise, contributing to longer seal life and fewer mid-service oil top-offs. In practice, choosing the right seal rings or a proper replacement prevents downstream issues like bearing damage, clutch slip, or reduced cooling efficiency. Ensuring compatibility with the surrounding housing bore and shaft surface finish is essential for reliable performance over the vehicle’s service life. Source One Parts Center.