Timken 224068 Automatic Transmission Output Shaft Seal

Automatic Transmission Output Shaft Seal for Mercedes-Benz and Acura

Timken 224068 is an automatic transmission output shaft seal built to help retain transmission fluid and block contaminants at the output shaft. Its precision sealing design, reinforced outer case, and ribbed rubber inner diameter support a secure seal on the shaft and housing.

Compatible With Mercedes-Benz G550, G550 4x4, G63 AMG, G65 AMG, GL550, GL63 AMG, G55 AMG, and G500 applications, plus Acura NSX fitments listed below. This part cross-references Carlson 16019 for the same application.

Key Features

• Outside diameter: 2.681 in. / 68.10 mm
• Shaft diameter: 1.575 in. / 40.01 mm
• Housing bore: 2.677 in. / 68.00 mm
• Width: 0.354 in. / 8.99 mm
• N-Polyacrylate sealing material for transmission service
• Reinforced outer case helps resist installation damage
• Ribbed inner diameter helps seal minor shaft imperfections
• Internal contamination exclusion system helps block debris entry
• Vent holes promote lubricant flow around the seal lip to reduce heat build-up

Detailed Description

Timken 224068 is an OE-style automatic transmission output shaft seal engineered for precise fitment at the transmission output area. The seal’s dimensions are matched for the listed Mercedes-Benz and Acura applications, including 2009-2018 Mercedes-Benz G550 front and rear, 2017-2018 Mercedes-Benz G550 4x4 front and rear, 2013-2018 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG front and rear, 2016-2018 Mercedes-Benz G65 AMG front and rear, 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL550 rear, 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG rear, 2003-2011 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG front and rear, 2002-2008 Mercedes-Benz G500 front and rear, 2000-2005 Acura NSX, 1991-1999 Acura NSX left, and 1997-1999 Acura NSX right. Timken 224068 uses a reinforced case and contamination-control features to support stable sealing performance in transmission service.

What It Helps Address

• Transmission fluid leakage at the output shaft
• Contamination entering the seal area
• Seal wear from minor shaft surface imperfections
• Heat-related seal deterioration around the lip area
• Leak recurrence caused by a damaged or poorly seated seal

Installation Notes and Tips

Inspect the shaft, housing bore, and sealing surface before installation. Clean all mating surfaces thoroughly and verify the seal dimensions against the removed part before pressing it into place. Proper seating is important on Mercedes-Benz G550, G63 AMG, G65 AMG, GL550, GL63 AMG, G55 AMG, G500, and Acura NSX applications, especially where front, rear, left, or right positions are specified.

Quality Assurance

Timken designs its oil and grease seals with precision sealing geometry, contamination exclusion features, and durability-focused construction for transmission service. This part is built to meet the dimensional and material requirements listed for the application.