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The FEL-PRO BS 40183 Engine Crankshaft Seal Kit is a premium, nitrile rubber rear main seal designed specifically for 2000-2006 Jeep Cherokee, Grand Cherokee, and Wrangler models. Engineered to meet or exceed OEM standards, it ensures a perfect fit and reliable oil leak prevention, backed by a 4.7-star rating from nearly 500 users. Lightweight and compact, this seal kit is trusted by professionals and Jeep enthusiasts alike for durable engine maintenance.






| ASIN | B000C2E7SM |
| Bearing Number | BS 40183 |
| Bearing Type | Plain Bearing |
| Best Sellers Rank | #188,231 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #119 in Automotive Replacement Crankshaft Seals #3,025 in Automotive Replacement Drive Train Parts |
| Brand | Fel-Pro |
| Compatible Lubricant | Oil |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (491) |
| Date First Available | August 1, 2006 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00614046655775 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | Yes |
| Item Weight | 0.01 ounces |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 3.4 x 1.2 x 3.4 inches |
| Item model number | BS 40183 |
| Manufacturer | Fel-Pro |
| Manufacturer Part Number | BS 40183 |
| Material | Rubber Nitrile Rubber |
| OEM Part Number | BS40183 |
| Position | Rear |
| Product Dimensions | 3.4 x 1.2 x 3.4 inches |
| Specification Met | Meets Or Exceeds Original Equipment Specifications |
| UPC | 614046655775 |
T**C
Fun fun fun with a little frustrations added for flavoring
It’s not a piece of cake to install but seals it right up. So far
J**B
Perfect fit
Replaced the rear main seal on my Jeep Wrangler with this one and it’s been holding strong! No more oil leaks, and the fit was spot-on. It’s a tough job, but the part itself is solid and reliable. Great quality—definitely recommend if you're tackling this repair!
R**.
Good faith in fel pro parts
Had to do twice , not sure what went wrong , replaced rear main twice and looks dry now , all that had to come off was the double cat exhaust pipe and moved starter out of way , and a piece of cake after that , the seal in my hand is my old one , it looks more pronounced on that lip , the second replacement looked better . Used anaerobic sealer on main cap , hardest part was the exhaust to downstream cat , the 3 flange bolts were a nightmare , cut both ends of the bolts off and found what’s left is pressure fit like a lug stud , the only rusty compromised bolts on Jeep. Good Luck
S**R
Good Gasket but I had other issues
I've replaced my rear main seal and oil pan gasket on my 02 Grand Cherokee 3 times and it leaked each time. Many house into this. I followed every direction. I think crank was scratched. I gave up and just monitored oil level and drove it like crazy. Then I found a newish Wrangler and got that. So this Jeep went to a new home through Ebay. He knew about the drips, they all seem to do it. But overall the quality of this gasket is great. I don't think my leak was due to it. Just make sure you read up how to do this, how to install it (soap with plastic sleeve) and seal everything with the proper Mopar sealants, nothing else. There are videos out there too.
P**5
Install complicated
The gasket is fine , made well but it is not straight forward as an install. you need that little shoehorn in order to not shred the outer border of the seal otherwise it gets shaved off and not the seal is not as full in girth as you would expect and leak may result. In the Jeep Wrangler 2005 TJ Rubicon you need as well an anaerobic seal of the metal surface surrounding the gasket as it comes out of the block and enter the main bearing cap. I have done this 3 times and doing this along with placing a thin layer of Permatex, Black on the outside of the seal in the bearing cap before installing in the groove of the cap and then a generous layer of Permatex again Black on the curved rear portion of the oil pan gasket and of the pan itself basically sandwiching the rear curved Fel Prol oil gasket ( separate from the rear seal ) actually gave me a perfect seal with no leaks. I tried no Permatex before and limited use in certain spots and had profuse leaks. If i ever have to do this again will follow the steps listed above this most recent time.
A**B
Never go wrong with felpro
Fits perfect on the old straight 6, easy to put in, felpro has always been a great quality, worth the money, you buy cheap then plan to replace it in a few months to a year. Jeeps are known to leak and felpro has always been my trusted source of gaskets.
P**M
Fel-Pro is My Go-To Brand for Gaskets and Oil Seals
Can't beat it for quality. This is the go-to gasket company for a Jeep Wrangler TJ, as well as many other vehicles. The quality is there for sure. The 4.0L engine's rear main oil seal can be tricky to install, but there are many online install write-ups. And hey, you do not have to pull the transmission to get to it. You *do* have to pull your whole exhaust, however, which is a major PITA. You get to it by removing the oil pan, and the exhaust is simply in the way for this project. However, it allows you to really examine your engine's bottom end, and you can go through the oil sump and look for metal shaving or chips (or big chunks!!!). I very highly recommend replacing the RMS on the 4.0L if you have to do the oil pan gasket, and vise-versa. Read up on it and watch several YouTube videos and you ought not have any real problems. Getting the old upper half out and the new one in can be very tricky, but, again, RESEARCH and you will be fine. This seems like a daunting task, but if you are fully prepared and know what has to be done you will be okay. This Fel-Pro gasket is one of two or three that I would ever consider using on my engine. Don't be a fool and get some cheap RMS. This is one of the few points on our 4.0L that is prone to leaking. Get a good one and INSTALL IT YOURSELF so that you *know* it was done correctly and your driveway stays clean! Also look at your valve cover gasket at the same time, as the very back bolt tends to leak if not installed properly. If you do the pan gasket, the valve cover gasket and this Rear Main Seal you will have a happy engine.
R**Z
good job
good job
R**Z
Muy satisfecho con la compra de estos empaques. Así por muchos años, ya no habrá fugas. Lo recomiendo al 100 %
S**E
Perfect fit 2001 Jeep 4.0
D**5
La utilice para mi jeep cherokee xj 2001. Desarmar todo para llegar al retén de aceite es complicado. El kit del sello trae un trozo plástico que sirve para deslizar la parte superior del sello más fácil dentro de la ranura en el bloque.
J**N
Fast shipping. Great product from a quality company. Worked great in my 03 Jeep TJ
C**O
Perfect fit for Jeep TJ 4.0. If you’ve never done a seal before I’d order 2. The engine block has a very sharp edge and will shave off the edge of the seal if you aren’t very careful. Use the popsicle shaped paper thingy and use a generous amount of dish soap on the edge that will contact the popsicle shaped thingy. Do NOT let that part of the seal contact the sharp edge. Good luck. Take your time. It’s not hard.
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