Timken 3083 Automatic Transmission Torque Converter Seal

Automatic Transmission Torque Converter Seal

Timken 3083 is an automatic transmission torque converter seal built for precise sealing at the transmission interface. It helps retain lubricant, block contaminants, and maintain a stable seal on applications such as Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, and Audi 100 models.

Key Features

• H-silicone material for sealing performance in transmission service
• Outside diameter: 2.336 in. (59.33 mm)
• Shaft diameter: 1.650 in. (41.91 mm)
• Housing bore: 2.282 in. (57.96 mm)
• Width: 0.768 in. (19.51 mm)
• Reinforced outer case helps resist installation damage
• Ribbed rubber inner diameter helps seal minor spindle imperfections and supports positive seating
• Internal contamination exclusion system helps block debris that can lead to leakage
• Vent holes promote lubricant flow around the seal lip to reduce heat buildup

Detailed Description

Timken 3083 is a transmission sealing component for vehicles including Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Passat, Cabriolet, Quantum, Rabbit Convertible, Rabbit Pickup, and Audi 100, 200, 80, 90, and 4000, plus Porsche 924, 928, 944, and 911 applications. The seal uses a precision design to help control fluid at the torque converter area while resisting contamination and wear. This part cross-references SKF 16456 and Walker Exhaust 16549 for the same application.

What It Helps Solve

• Transmission fluid leakage at the torque converter seal area
• Contamination entering the sealing surface
• Seal damage during installation
• Poor sealing on minor shaft imperfections
• Heat-related seal deterioration from restricted lubricant flow

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify shaft diameter, housing bore, and width before installation.
• Inspect the sealing surface for scoring, burrs, or contamination before fitting the new seal.
• Use clean transmission fluid during installation to avoid dry start-up at the lip.
• Confirm the seal seats evenly in the bore to maintain proper torque converter sealing.
• Match the application to the vehicle year and model listed below before service.

Quality Assurance

Timken manufactures this seal with precision sealing features and durable construction intended for transmission service. Timken 3083 is specified for a broad range of Volkswagen, Audi, and Porsche applications, including Fits 1985-1997 Volkswagen Golf, Fits 1980-1994 Volkswagen Jetta, and Fits 1989-1991 Audi 100.

• Fits 1985-1997 Volkswagen Golf, N/A
• Fits 1993-1995 Volkswagen Corrado, N/A
• Fits 1990-1995 Volkswagen Passat, N/A
• Fits 1980-1994 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A
• Fits 1985-1993 Volkswagen Cabriolet, N/A
• Fits 1989-1991 Audi 100, N/A
• Fits 1989-1991 Audi 200, N/A
• Fits 1988-1991 Audi 80, N/A
• Fits 1990 Audi 90, N/A
• Fits 1988 Audi 90, N/A
• Fits 1983-1990 Porsche 944, N/A
• Fits 1987-1988 Porsche 924, N/A
• Fits 1977-1982 Porsche 924, N/A
• Fits 1982-1988 Volkswagen Quantum, N/A
• Fits 1980-1987 Audi 4000, N/A
• Fits 1987 Porsche 911, N/A
• Fits 1981-1985 Porsche 911, N/A
• Fits 1977-1978 Porsche 911, N/A
• Fits 1980-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible, N/A
• Fits 1980-1983 Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup, N/A
• Fits 1978-1982 Porsche 928, N/A