Timken 710196 Engine Crankshaft Seal - Front

Timken 710196 Crankshaft Seal Overview

Timken 710196 is an engine crankshaft seal for the front position on select Porsche and Dodge applications. It is built to retain oil and grease at the crankshaft while helping block dirt and other contaminants from entering the sealing area.

• Front engine crankshaft seal for select Porsche 911, Boxster, and Cayman applications
• Also fits 1990-1992 Dodge Monaco, front
• Reinforced outer case helps resist installation damage
• Ribbed rubber inner diameter helps seal minor spindle imperfections and promote seating
• Internal contamination exclusion system helps reduce debris intrusion
• Vent holes promote lubricant flow around the seal lip to help manage heat

Fitment Details

• Fits 2000-2008 Porsche 911, front
• Fits 1997-2008 Porsche Boxster, front
• Fits 2006-2008 Porsche Cayman, front
• Fits 2004 Porsche 911, front, 40th Anniversary Edition
• Fits 1990-1992 Dodge Monaco, front

This Timken crankshaft seal is used to maintain proper sealing at the front of the engine, helping control lubricant loss and keep contaminants out of the crankcase area. Timken 710196 is a direct-fit sealing component for front crankshaft service on Porsche 911, Boxster, and Cayman models listed above, as well as the front application on the Dodge Monaco.

Common Problems It Addresses

• Oil seepage at the front crankshaft seal area
• Grease or lubricant escape from the sealing surface
• Contamination entering the seal lip area
• Heat-related seal wear from poor lubricant circulation
• Installation damage on the seal outer case

Installation Notes

Inspect the crankshaft sealing surface before installation and clean the bore thoroughly. Confirm front-position application and verify vehicle fitment by year, make, and model before service. Proper seating is important for sealing performance, especially on engines with minor spindle imperfections.

Quality Assurance

Timken oil and grease seals use precision sealing designs, reinforced construction, and contamination-control features to support reliable engine sealing performance.