Timken 223553 Automatic Transmission Output Shaft Seal - Front or Rear

Timken 223553 Output Shaft Seal

Timken 223553 is an automatic transmission output shaft seal built for controlled sealing at the transmission shaft interface. It is a direct-fit service part for select Suzuki Grand Vitara, Suzuki XL-7, Suzuki Vitara, Chevrolet Tracker, and Honda Insight applications, with fitment spanning 2000-2013 depending on vehicle and position.

Key Features

• Automatic transmission output shaft seal for transmission sealing service
• N-Polyacrylate material for sealing performance in transmission environments
• Outside diameter: 2.452 in. (62.28 mm)
• Shaft diameter: 1.378 in. (35.00 mm)
• Housing bore: 2.441 in. (62.00 mm)
• Width: 0.354 in. (9.00 mm)
• CW helix type
• Reinforced outer case helps resist installation damage
• Ribbed rubber inner diameter helps seat against minor spindle imperfections
• Vent holes promote lubricant flow around the seal lip and help manage heat

Detailed Description

Timken 223553 is engineered as an output shaft seal for automatic transmission service, helping maintain lubricant retention at the shaft exit point while keeping debris out of the sealing area. The seal uses a precision sealing design, an N-Polyacrylate construction, and a reinforced outer case to support durability during installation and everyday operation. Its ribbed rubber inner diameter is shaped to seal minor spindle imperfections and promote positive seating, while vent holes allow lubricant circulation around the lip to reduce heat buildup. This part cross-references National 223553 for the same application. It is a strong match for drivers searching for a Timken 223553 transmission output shaft seal for Suzuki Grand Vitara, Suzuki XL-7, Suzuki Vitara, Chevrolet Tracker, or Honda Insight service.

What It Helps Address

• Transmission fluid leakage at the output shaft seal area
• Debris intrusion around the seal lip and shaft opening
• Heat buildup at the sealing surface
• Seal wear related to minor shaft surface imperfections
• Installation damage to the seal outer case

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify shaft diameter, housing bore, and helix direction before installation. Clean the sealing surface and inspect the shaft for scoring or wear before fitting the new seal. For fitment-specific searches, this part fits 2006-2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara, front left; 2006-2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara, rear; 2001-2006 Honda Insight, N/A; 2002-2006 Suzuki XL-7, front; 2000-2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara, front; 2000-2004 Chevrolet Tracker, front; and 2000-2004 Suzuki Vitara, front. Timken 223553 is commonly searched as an automatic transmission output shaft seal for Suzuki Grand Vitara and Chevrolet Tracker applications.

Quality Assurance

Timken sealing components are built around precision sealing designs and durable construction details intended for transmission service. The reinforced case, controlled lip design, and contamination-exclusion features support consistent sealing performance in the specified applications.