SKF 4710 Automatic Transmission Shift Shaft Seal

SKF 4710 Automatic Transmission Shift Shaft Seal

SKF 4710 is an automatic transmission shift shaft seal built for precise sealing at the shift shaft interface. With a nitrile sealing surface, it is sized for a 0.472 shaft diameter, 0.872 outside diameter, and 0.276 width to support a proper fit in the transmission sealing system.

Key Features

• Nitrile sealing surface for transmission fluid sealing performance
• Dimensions: 0.472 shaft diameter, 0.872 outside diameter, 0.276 width
• Automatic transmission shift shaft seal for transmission sealing service
• SKF engineered seal design based on long-running sealing expertise
• Cross-reference example: 70-8154

Detailed Description

SKF 4710 is designed for vehicles that use a shift shaft seal in the automatic transmission assembly. SKF has a long history in seal engineering, and this part reflects that focus with premium materials and application-specific construction. It is a direct service part for many Honda, Acura, Toyota, Suzuki, and Nissan models, including Fits 2001-2015 Acura MDX, Fits 1976-2014 Honda Accord, and Fits 1998-2012 Toyota RAV4. This part number, 4710, is also listed for Fits 1973-2014 Honda Civic and Fits 1995-2014 Honda Odyssey applications.

What It Helps Address

• Transmission fluid seepage at the shift shaft area
• Contamination entering the transmission through a worn seal
• Leak-related low fluid condition around the transmission case
• Seal wear from age, heat, and fluid exposure
• Service replacement for a damaged or hardened shift shaft seal

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify shaft diameter and seal dimensions before installation. Clean the sealing bore and shaft surface thoroughly, and inspect for scoring, corrosion, or debris that could affect sealing. Use proper installation tools to avoid distorting the nitrile sealing lip, and confirm the seal seats evenly in the transmission housing. For fitment verification, this SKF 4710 seal is cataloged for a wide range of Honda Accord, Honda Civic, Acura MDX, and Toyota RAV4 applications.

Quality Assurance

SKF seals are manufactured to defined design and material standards, with a focus on long service life and reliable fluid control. The brand’s sealing heritage dates back to the first integrated shaft seal design, and SKF continues to apply that engineering experience to transmission sealing components.