Timken 222630 Manual Transmission Input Shaft Seal - Front Inner

Timken 222630 Manual Transmission Input Shaft Seal

The Timken 222630 manual transmission input shaft seal is built to retain lubricant at the transmission input shaft while helping block dirt and debris from entering the assembly. It is a direct-fit sealing component for select Chevrolet, Suzuki, and Toyota applications, including Chevrolet Cobalt, Chevrolet HHR, Suzuki Samurai, Suzuki Sidekick, Suzuki X-90, Toyota Corolla, and more.

Key Features

• Precision sealing design helps control lubricant loss and contamination entry
• Reinforced outer case helps resist installation damage and supports durability
• Ribbed rubber inner diameter helps seal minor shaft imperfections and improve seating
• Internal contamination exclusion system helps reduce debris penetration that can lead to leakage
• Vent holes promote lubricant flow around the seal lip to help manage heat buildup
• N-Polyacrylate construction for sealing performance in transmission service
• Timken 222630 dimensions: 1.504 in. outside diameter, 1.496 in. housing bore, 1.024 in. shaft diameter, 0.315 in. width

Detailed Description

Built for manual transmission service, this input shaft seal is engineered to maintain a tight seal where the input shaft enters the transmission case. The N-Polyacrylate sealing material, reinforced outer case, and ribbed inner diameter work together to support consistent sealing on shafts with minor surface variation. Vent holes help circulate lubricant around the seal lip, which assists with heat control during operation. This part cross-references National 222630 for the same application.

Compatible With select 1986-2010 vehicles, including Fits 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, N/A; Fits 2008-2010 Chevrolet HHR, N/A; Fits 1998-2002 Chevrolet Prizm, N/A; Fits 1989-1998 Suzuki Sidekick, Front Inner; Fits 1996-1998 Suzuki X-90, Front Inner; Fits 1993-1997 Toyota Corolla, N/A; Fits 1991-1995 Suzuki Samurai, Front Inner; and Fits 1986-1989 Suzuki Samurai, Front Inner. The Timken 222630 is also a fitment match for select manual transmission applications using the listed shaft and housing dimensions.

Common Problems This Seal Can Address

• Transmission fluid seepage at the input shaft area
• Contamination entering the transmission through a worn seal
• Leakage caused by minor shaft surface imperfections
• Heat-related seal wear from poor lubricant circulation
• Seal damage during replacement when the housing needs added durability

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify shaft diameter, housing bore, outside diameter, and width before installation. Clean the sealing surface and inspect the input shaft for scoring or wear before pressing the seal into place. Proper seating is important for manual transmission applications such as Chevrolet Cobalt, Chevrolet HHR, Suzuki Samurai, Suzuki Sidekick, Suzuki X-90, and Toyota Corolla fitments listed for this part number.

Quality Assurance

Timken oil and grease seals are built with precision sealing features and contamination control details intended for dependable transmission service. Part number 222630 is manufactured to the dimensional specifications listed above and cross-references National 222630 for the same application.