Timken 222742 Manual Transmission Output Shaft Seal

Manual Transmission Output Shaft Seal for OE-Style Service

Timken 222742 is a manual transmission output shaft seal built for precise lubricant control and contamination exclusion. It is a direct-fit service part for a wide range of Honda, Acura, Ford, and Nissan manual transmission applications, including popular Honda Civic and Nissan Sentra fitments.

Key Features

• V-fluoro-elastomer material for sealing performance in transmission service
• Reinforced outer case helps resist installation damage and supports durability
• Ribbed rubber inner diameter seals minor shaft imperfections and promotes positive seating
• Internal contamination exclusion system helps block debris that can lead to leakage
• Vent holes allow lubricant flow around the seal lip to reduce heat build-up
• Dimensions: 1.657 in. outside diameter, 1.063 in. shaft diameter, 1.654 in. housing bore, 0.276 in. width

Detailed Description

This Timken manual transmission output shaft seal is engineered to retain gear oil at the output shaft while keeping dirt and other contaminants out of the transmission housing. The precision sealing design, reinforced outer case, and ribbed inner diameter work together to support a secure fit on the shaft and housing bore. Timken 222742 cross-references National 222742 for the same application.

Compatible With 2013-2018 Ford Focus, 2013-2018 Nissan Sentra, 2002-2006 Nissan Sentra, 2017 Nissan Juke, 2006-2012 Nissan Altima, 2002-2003 Nissan Altima, 2002-2004 Nissan Maxima, 1995-1999 Ford Contour, 1988-1999 Honda Civic, 1993-1997 Honda Civic del Sol, 1984-1993 Honda Accord, 1988-1991 Honda CRX, 1986-1989 Acura Integra, and 1984-1987 Honda Prelude.

Common Problems This Seal Can Address

• Transmission fluid seepage at the output shaft
• Contamination entering the seal area from road debris
• Leakage caused by minor shaft wear or surface imperfections
• Heat-related seal deterioration from poor lubricant circulation
• Repeat service issues from a worn or damaged output shaft seal

Installation Notes and Tips

Inspect the shaft surface and housing bore before installation. Clean the sealing area thoroughly, verify the seal dimensions match the application, and seat the seal evenly to avoid distortion. For best results, confirm the vehicle application by year, make, model, and transmission configuration before ordering Timken 222742.

Quality Assurance

Timken oil and grease seals use precision sealing designs focused on lubricant retention and contaminant exclusion. The reinforced case and vented seal design support consistent service performance in manual transmission applications.