Overview
The ZF 4657.183.241 LOOSE PARTS for WG190 is a critical service kit designed to restore the internal sealing and alignment integrity of your ZF WG190 series transmission. This OEM genuine part, identified by SKU 4657.183.241, contains the specific loose hardware and small components that secure the main housing sections together. It sits at the junction between the TRANSMISSION HOUSING and the HOUS.FRONT SECT, ensuring that the entire assembly remains rigid under high torque loads. Without this kit, the structural integrity of the gearbox is compromised, leading to misalignment of internal shafts and bearings.
Symptoms of Failure
- Oil weeping from housing seams: When the loose parts in this kit degrade, the seal between the HOUSING REAR PART and the main case fails, causing visible oil leaks at the joint lines.
- Intermittent gear slipping under load: Worn fasteners allow the HOUSING REAR SECTION to shift slightly, altering gear mesh depth and causing the transmission to slip during acceleration.
- Abnormal vibration at highway speeds: Loss of clamping force from deteriorated components leads to micro-movement between housing sections, generating a low-frequency vibration that worsens with RPM.
- Difficulty engaging reverse gear: Misalignment caused by failing loose parts can bind the shift rail, making reverse engagement hard or noisy.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 4657.183.241 |
| OEM Reference | ZF 4657.183.241 |
| Material | Steel alloy with zinc plating (fasteners); nitrile rubber (seals) |
| Weight | 0.85 kg (1.87 lbs) |
| Dimensions | Kit includes 12 pieces; largest fastener M12 x 45 mm |
| Finish | OEM phosphate coating for corrosion resistance |
| Application | ZF WG190 series transmission housing assembly |
Compatibility
This genuine ZF 4657.183.241 LOOSE PARTS kit is engineered specifically for the WG190 transmission series. It is also compatible with the closely related WG180 and WG200 models that share the same housing bolt pattern and sealing interface. The kit works in conjunction with the TRANSMISSION HOUSING and the HOUS.FRONT SECT to create a leak-free, vibration-resistant assembly. For full rebuilds, pair this kit with the HOUSING REAR PART and the HOUSING REAR SECTION to ensure all mating surfaces are properly secured.
Related Components
| Part Number | Name | Function |
|---|---|---|
| 4657101082 | TRANSMISSION HOUSING | Main structural casing for gear train |
| 4657201166 | HOUS.FRONT SECT | Front section housing for input shaft |
| 4657201170 | HOUSING REAR PART | Rear housing section for output shaft |
| 4657298102 | HOUSING REAR SECTION | Extended rear housing for PTO mount |
| 0631306816 | CYLINDRICAL PIN | Alignment pin for housing dowel holes |
| 0636100801 | CAP SCREW | M10 fastener for housing flange |
| 4656301148 | FIXING PLATE | Locks bearing in position |
| 4657301032 | SCREEN SHEET | Fine mesh filter for oil circuit |
| 4657301033 | SCREEN SHEET | Coarse mesh pre-filter |
| 0636100803 | CAP SCREW | M12 fastener for rear housing |
