National 711080 Differential Pinion Seal - Rear Outer

National 711080 Differential Pinion Seal

The National 711080 differential pinion seal is a metric oil seal built for rear outer applications that need a precise housing and shaft fit. It is a direct replacement option for select Dodge Journey, Chrysler Sebring, and Dodge Avenger driveline setups with a 6.256-inch ring gear.

Key Features

• Bi-directional lip design for sealing performance in rotating driveline applications
• Fluoro-elastomer material for resistance to heat and fluid exposure
• Metric dimensions for accurate housing and shaft fit
• Outside diameter: 3.079 in. / 78.200 mm
• Housing bore: 3.071 in. / 78.000 mm
• Shaft size: 1.378 in. / 35.000 mm
• Width: 0.354 in. / 9.000 mm
• National 711080 is part of the 711000 series

Detailed Description

National 711080 is a differential pinion seal engineered as an oil seal for rear outer driveline service. Its bi-directional lip design helps maintain sealing contact at the pinion area, while the fluoro-elastomer construction supports durability in demanding axle environments. This part number 711080 is listed for 2012-2018 Dodge Journey, rear outer, with 6.256 in ring gear and GKN 680 axle; 2009-2017 Dodge Journey, rear outer, with 6.256 in ring gear and Getrag 680 differential; 2008 Chrysler Sebring, rear outer, with 6.256 in ring gear and Getrag 680 differential; and 2008 Dodge Avenger, rear outer, with 6.256 in ring gear and Getrag 680 differential. This part cross-references 68268679AA for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Differential fluid seepage at the pinion seal area
• Contamination entering the rear differential housing
• Wear-related sealing loss on high-mileage driveline components
• Noise or driveline issues caused by low differential fluid levels
• Service replacement needs on select Dodge Journey, Chrysler Sebring, and Dodge Avenger rear outer applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify housing bore, shaft size, and seal width before installation to confirm the correct fit. Inspect the pinion surface and surrounding components for wear, scoring, or contamination before installing the new seal. Clean the sealing area thoroughly and follow the vehicle service procedure for the rear differential assembly. Fits 2012-2018 Dodge Journey, rear outer; Fits 2009-2017 Dodge Journey, rear outer; Fits 2008 Chrysler Sebring, rear outer; Fits 2008 Dodge Avenger, rear outer.

Quality Assurance

National has supplied sealing solutions for more than 75 years and continues to develop sealing products for modern vehicle applications. The 711080 reflects that focus with a metric fit, fluoro-elastomer construction, and a design intended for consistent sealing performance in driveline service.