Elring 290.710 Engine Crankshaft Seal - Front

Elring 290.710 Crankshaft Seal Overview

The Elring 290.710 engine crankshaft seal is built for applications that require a precise radial shaft seal with a 40.0 mm inside diameter, 55.0 mm outside diameter, and 7.0 mm thickness. Made from FPM (fluoride rubber), it is specified with a dust lip and AW/BS radial shaft seal design for dependable sealing at the crankshaft.

Use this seal when servicing Honda Civic, Honda Fit, Honda CR-Z, and other listed applications that call for the Elring 290.710 profile. It also cross-references MAHLE JV5159 and National 473677 for the same application.

Key Features

• Elring 290.710 engine crankshaft seal for OE-style sealing service
• FPM (fluoride rubber) construction for heat- and fluid-resistant sealing performance
• 40.0 mm inside diameter, 55.0 mm outside diameter, 7.0 mm thickness
• Dust lip helps reduce contamination at the sealing edge
• AW/BS radial shaft seal design with right-hand twist swirl type
• Direct fitment coverage for select Honda, Fiat, Acura, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram applications

Detailed Description

The Elring 290.710 is an engine crankshaft seal designed around exact dimensional requirements and a specific sealing profile. Its FPM material and dust-lip design support crankshaft sealing where consistent contact pressure and contamination control matter. This part number is listed for a wide range of vehicles, including 2003-2015 Honda Civic, 2007-2016 Honda Fit, 2011-2016 Honda CR-Z, 2010-2014 Honda Insight, 2013-2015 Acura ILX, 2012-2017 Fiat 500, and 2013-2016 Dodge Dart. It also appears in applications for 2017-2020 Honda City, 2017-2018 Fiat 500X, 2016 Jeep Renegade, and 2017 Ram ProMaster Rapid.

For buyers searching by fitment, this seal is a direct-match option for Honda Civic crankshaft seal replacement, Honda Fit engine seal service, and Fiat 500 crankshaft seal applications that specify a 40 mm inner diameter and 55 mm outer diameter. Elring 290.710 is also referenced by MAHLE JV5159 and National 473677.

What It Helps Address

• Engine oil leakage at the crankshaft sealing point
• Contamination entering the seal area through the dust side
• Wear-related sealing loss from an aged crankshaft seal
• Service replacement for timing-end crankshaft seal applications
• Fitment-specific repairs on Honda Civic, Honda Fit, and Fiat 500 platforms

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the seal dimensions, swirl direction, and application notes before installation. This part is listed with a right-hand twist swirl type and may be used in timing-end locations on certain Honda Fit and Honda City applications. Inspect the crankshaft sealing surface for scoring or debris, and confirm the housing bore is clean and dry before pressing the seal into place.

For best results, match the seal to the exact year, make, model, and position shown in the fitment data. Confirm whether the vehicle calls for a front or timing-end location before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized name in engine sealing systems, and this crankshaft seal is specified with precise dimensional and material data to support accurate replacement selection. The part number 290.710 is cataloged with OE-style interchange references for application matching.