Timken 224052 Manual Transmission Output Shaft Seal - Front or Rear

Timken Manual Transmission Output Shaft Seal 224052

Timken 224052 is a manual transmission output shaft seal built for precise lubricant control and contamination exclusion. It uses an H-silicone sealing material, a reinforced outer case, and a ribbed inner diameter to help seat against minor shaft imperfections.

Compatible With select BMW, Mitsubishi, Land Rover, Jaguar, Volkswagen, Nissan, Infiniti, Audi, Mercury, Dodge, and Porsche applications, this seal is specified for front and rear positions depending on the vehicle. Timken 224052 is a direct-fit sealing component for service work where output shaft leakage or debris intrusion is a concern.

Key Features

• Manual transmission output shaft seal for drivetrain sealing service
• H-silicone material for sealing performance
• Reinforced outer case helps resist installation damage
• Ribbed rubber inner diameter helps seal minor spindle imperfections
• Internal contamination exclusion system helps block debris entry
• Vent holes promote lubricant flow around the seal lip to reduce heat build-up
• Clockwise helix design
• Dimensions: 2.058 in. outside diameter, 1.575 in. shaft diameter, 2.047 in. housing bore, 0.276 in. width

Detailed Description

Timken 224052 is engineered for manual transmission output shaft sealing where stable lubricant retention matters. The seal’s precision design helps keep gear oil in the transmission while limiting the entry of dirt and other contaminants that can accelerate wear. Its reinforced outer case supports installation durability, while the ribbed inner diameter helps maintain contact on shafts with minor surface variation. This part cross-references National 224052 for the same application.

Vehicle coverage includes applications such as 2001-2005 BMW 325xi, 1997-2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport, 1999-2002 Nissan Quest, 1997-2000 INFINITI QX4, and 1994-1999 Land Rover Discovery. It also appears in service applications for BMW 330i, BMW 530i, Volkswagen Phaeton, and other listed models.

What It Helps Address

• Transmission fluid leakage at the output shaft
• Contamination entering the transmission housing
• Seal wear from heat and lubricant breakdown
• Poor sealing on shafts with minor imperfections
• Noise or drivability concerns tied to low lubricant level

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm shaft diameter, housing bore, width, and helix direction before installation. Clean the bore and shaft thoroughly, inspect for scoring or burrs, and install the seal squarely to avoid lip damage. Verify the application by year, make, model, and position; for example, this seal is listed for 2001-2005 BMW 325xi, 1997-2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport, rear, and 1999-2002 Nissan Quest, front.

Quality Assurance

Timken oil and grease seals are built with precision sealing features and contamination control details to support consistent service performance. Part number 224052 is a Timken replacement seal for the listed applications.