Elring 244.074 Manual Transmission Main Shaft Seal

Manual Transmission Main Shaft Seal for VW and Audi

Elring 244.074 is a manual transmission main shaft seal built with NBR (nitrile butadiene rubber) for dependable sealing at the transmission shaft. It features an 18.0 mm inside diameter, 30.0 mm outside diameter, 7.0 mm thickness, and a dust lip to help protect the sealing edge from contamination.

Key Features

• Manual transmission main shaft seal for transmission sealing service
• NBR (nitrile butadiene rubber) construction for oil-resistant sealing performance
• 18.0 mm inside diameter, 30.0 mm outside diameter, 7.0 mm thickness
• Dust lip design helps reduce dirt intrusion at the shaft area
• AS radial shaft seal design for a precise sealing profile
• Elring 244.074 cross-references select OE and aftermarket part numbers for the same application

Detailed Description

Elring 244.074 is a transmission sealing component used at the manual transmission main shaft to help retain lubricant and maintain proper sealing at the shaft opening. The NBR seal material is commonly selected for transmission environments where resistance to oil and consistent sealing contact are important. With its compact 18.0 mm x 30.0 mm x 7.0 mm dimensions and AS radial shaft seal design, this part is suited to service work on compatible Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen Cabrio, and Audi A3 manual transmissions.

This part cross-references 03 432 125 and 020 301 227 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1985-2005 Volkswagen Golf, N/A
• Fits 1998-2003 Audi A3, N/A
• Fits 1995-1998 Volkswagen Cabrio, N/A
• Fits 1984-1998 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A

Common Uses

• Replacing a leaking manual transmission main shaft seal
• Addressing gear oil seepage around the transmission shaft opening
• Restoring sealing performance after seal wear or hardening
• Reducing contamination entry at the shaft seal area
• Servicing manual transmissions in Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Cabrio, and Audi A3 applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm shaft diameter, seal dimensions, and transmission application before installation. Inspect the shaft surface for wear, scoring, or corrosion, and clean the sealing bore thoroughly before pressing in the new seal. Proper alignment during installation helps prevent lip damage and premature leakage.

Quality Assurance

Elring is known for sealing-system engineering used in automotive transmission service. This seal is manufactured to match the listed dimensions and design requirements for the specified applications.