Wabco 13227058 Seal

Description

This Wabco seal is a critical component within the brake drum system, ensuring a tight and reliable seal to maintain optimal braking performance. It's designed for use in brake assemblies, preventing leaks and contamination. This OE specification seal provides enhanced durability and a precise fit, contributing to consistent brake function and extended component life. It measures 12 x 36 x 36 mm.

Key Features & Benefits

This seal basically keeps everything in the brake drum where it belongs, and everything out that shouldn't be in there. Specifically, it seals the grease inside the drum – that lubrication is vital for the moving parts – and keeps out water, dirt, road salt, and other nasty stuff that can cause corrosion and damage. It’s a pretty simple part, but really important for keeping things running smoothly. It sits right where the brake drum meets the axle, creating a tight barrier. Think of it like a gasket in an engine, but for your brakes. It’s part of the whole drum braking system, working with the drum itself, the brake shoes, and everything else to help slow and stop your vehicle. It’s not something you directly see working, it’s all hidden inside there.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Without a good seal, that grease leaks out, and you'll notice if it does—you’ll likely smell burning, or see a mess around the wheel. More importantly, water and debris get in and start to ruin the internal parts. That causes wear and tear, can lead to corrosion, and eventually, your brakes won't work as effectively. It could get to the point where you’re dealing with expensive repairs beyond just replacing the seal. Seals are cheap to replace compared to the cost of a full brake job or dealing with a safety issue. You can find these seals pretty easily—Fixparts Online has a good selection, for example—and they're usually pretty straightforward to install if you’re comfortable with a little DIY. It acts like a shield, really, protecting a vital part of your braking system.

Warranty Information

Wabco Seal (MPN 13227058) comes with a 1-year warranty.