Elring 590.797 Engine Crankshaft Seal - Rear

Elring 590.797 Crankshaft Seal

Elring 590.797 is an engine crankshaft seal built with FPM (fluoride rubber) for reliable sealing at the transmission side or rear crankshaft location on many Honda and Acura applications. With an 80.0 mm inside diameter, 98.0 mm outside diameter, and 10.0 mm thickness, it matches the dimensional requirements used across a wide range of vehicles.

This seal is a direct-fit option for many Honda Odyssey, Honda Pilot, Honda CR-V, Acura MDX, and Acura TL applications where the rear crankshaft seal is specified. Part number 590.797 is also referenced for select Chevrolet, Buick, Cadillac, and Pontiac applications with the same size and swirl design requirements.

Key Features

• Elring engine crankshaft seal, part number 590.797
• FPM (fluoride rubber) construction for sealing performance in engine environments
• 80.0 mm inside diameter, 98.0 mm outside diameter, 10.0 mm thickness
• Includes a dust lip to help reduce contamination at the seal surface
• Radial shaft seal design: A/BS
• Swirl type: LD, left-hand twist
• Used in rear and transmission-side crankshaft seal applications

Detailed Description

Elring 590.797 is specified for vehicles that require a rear crankshaft seal with a left-hand twist swirl design and dust lip. The FPM rubber material is selected for engine sealing applications where heat and oil exposure are part of normal operation. For buyers searching for a rear crankshaft seal for 2009-2021 Honda Pilot, 2011-2022 Honda Odyssey, or 2015-2020 Acura TLX, this part number provides the dimensional match needed for proper installation.

Compatible vehicle coverage includes many Honda and Acura models such as the Honda Civic, Honda Accord, Honda CR-V, Honda Ridgeline, Acura MDX, Acura RDX, Acura TL, Acura TSX, and Acura RLX. It also appears in select Buick Encore, Chevrolet Trax, Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Sonic, Chevrolet Volt, Cadillac ELR, and Pontiac G3 applications. This part cross-references Victor Reinz 81-53338-00 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Engine oil leaking from the rear crankshaft seal area
• Oil seepage at the transmission side of the engine
• Contamination entering the seal area through worn dust protection
• Seal failure caused by age, heat, or crankshaft movement
• Persistent oil spots or residue near the bellhousing area

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the seal dimensions: 80.0 mm ID, 98.0 mm OD, and 10.0 mm thickness before installation.
• Confirm the vehicle’s required position, especially rear or transmission-side applications.
• Inspect the crankshaft sealing surface for wear, scoring, or contamination before fitting the new seal.
• Match the swirl direction and left-hand twist specification to the original part.
• Use proper installation tools to avoid damaging the dust lip or sealing edge.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized engine sealing brand, and this crankshaft seal is built to OE-style dimensional and material requirements for the listed applications. Part number 590.797 is engineered for accurate fitment across confirmed Honda and Acura rear crankshaft seal applications.