Timken 482163N Manual Transmission Input Shaft Seal - Front

Timken 482163N Manual Transmission Input Shaft Seal

Timken 482163N is a manual transmission input shaft seal built to retain lubricant and block contaminants at the transmission input shaft. It is a direct-fit sealing solution for a wide range of Ford, Dodge, and Mercury manual transmission applications, including Tremec 140 and 141 front seal applications.

Key Features

• Precision sealing design helps control lubricant loss and keep debris out of the transmission
• Reinforced outer case helps resist installation damage and adds durability
• Ribbed rubber inner diameter helps seal minor spindle imperfections and improve seating
• Internal contamination exclusion system helps reduce debris penetration that can lead to leakage
• Vent holes promote lubricant flow around the seal lip to help manage heat buildup
• Fits applications including 1980-1983 Ford Mustang front, Tremec 140, 141 and 1980-1983 Mercury Capri front, Tremec 140, 141

Detailed Description

Timken 482163N is engineered for manual transmission service where a reliable input shaft seal is needed to maintain fluid control and protect internal components. It is compatible with select Ford F-100, F-150, F-250, F-350, Bronco, E-100 Econoline, E-350 Econoline, Mustang, and Mercury Capri applications, along with Dodge D100, D150, D200, D250, D350, W100, W150, W200, W250, W300, and W350 models across the listed years. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Transmission fluid seepage at the input shaft
• Contamination entering the transmission through a worn seal area
• Seal leakage caused by minor shaft surface imperfections
• Heat-related seal wear from poor lubricant circulation around the lip
• Damage from a weak or worn original seal case

Installation Notes and Tips

Inspect the input shaft surface before installation and clean the sealing area thoroughly. Confirm the transmission and vehicle application against the listed fitment, especially for Ford Mustang and Mercury Capri front Tremec 140/141 applications. Proper seal seating is important to prevent leaks after service.

Quality Assurance

Timken designs its oil and grease seals with reinforced construction, contamination control features, and sealing geometry intended for dependable transmission service. Part number 482163N is built to meet the demands of manual transmission input shaft sealing in the listed Ford and Dodge applications.