Elring 901.260 Engine Crankshaft Seal - Front

Elring Crankshaft Seal for Touareg

Elring 901.260 is an engine crankshaft seal built with PTFE and ACM materials for sealing performance at the crankshaft. It features a 63.0 mm inside diameter, 76.0 mm outside diameter, 8.8 mm thickness, and a dust lip for added protection against contamination.

Compatible with 2005-2008 Volkswagen Touareg applications, including front and timing-end positions where listed. This Elring 901.260 seal is a direct-fit sealing component for Volkswagen Touareg engine service that requires the specified radial shaft seal design and right-hand twist orientation.

Key Features

• PTFE and ACM construction for sealing durability
• 63.0 mm inside diameter, 76.0 mm outside diameter, 8.8 mm thickness
• Dust lip helps reduce dirt intrusion at the seal area
• Radial shaft seal design: AW/BS
• Swirl type: RD, right-hand twist
• Elring 901.260 engine crankshaft seal for specified Volkswagen Touareg fitment

Product Details

This crankshaft seal is used at the engine crankshaft to retain oil and maintain proper sealing at the shaft interface. The PTFE sealing surface and ACM rubber support material are selected for engine environments where heat, rotation, and oil exposure are present. For Volkswagen Touareg owners searching for an Elring 901.260 crankshaft seal, this part matches the listed dimensions and seal design requirements.

This part cross-references Victor Reinz 81-36022-00 for the same application.

Common Issues It Can Address

• Oil leakage at the crankshaft seal area
• Oil seepage near the front of the engine
• Contamination entering the seal lip area
• Seal wear from age, heat, and crankshaft rotation
• Loss of sealing integrity during engine service

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the seal dimensions, dust lip style, and right-hand twist orientation before installation. Observe the mounting information listed for the vehicle application, and inspect the crankshaft sealing surface for wear, scoring, or contamination before fitting the new seal. Proper alignment during installation is important to avoid damaging the PTFE sealing lip.

Fits 2005 Volkswagen Touareg, front and timing end. Fits 2006-2008 Volkswagen Touareg, front.

Quality Assurance

Elring is a recognized engine sealing brand, and this part is manufactured to match the specified application dimensions and seal design for the listed Volkswagen Touareg fitments.