Timken 710241 Axle Intermediate Shaft Seal - Front or Front Right

Axle Intermediate Shaft Seal for Dodge Front Axles

Timken 710241 is an axle intermediate shaft seal built for front axle service on select Dodge trucks and SUVs. It is engineered to retain lubricant, block road debris, and support consistent sealing at the spindle area.

Key Features

• Precision sealing design helps keep gear oil and grease inside the axle assembly
• Reinforced outer case helps resist installation damage and adds durability
• Ribbed rubber inner diameter helps seal minor spindle imperfections and seat securely
• Internal contamination exclusion system helps reduce debris intrusion that can lead to leakage
• Vent holes promote lubricant flow around the seal lip to help manage heat buildup

Detailed Description

This Timken axle intermediate shaft seal is a direct-fit sealing component for front axle applications on Dodge Dakota, Durango, Ram 1500, Ram 3500, Ramcharger, W150, W250, and W100 models with the specified Dana/Spicer or Spicer axle configurations. Timken 710241 is designed to maintain a clean sealing surface, support proper spindle seating, and help protect the axle from contamination during everyday driving and off-road use. This part cross-references National 710241 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Front axle lubricant seepage at the intermediate shaft area
• Contamination entering the axle seal interface
• Seal wear caused by heat buildup around the lip
• Leakage related to minor spindle surface imperfections
• Reduced sealing performance on aging Dodge front axle assemblies

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify axle type and position before installation; this part is listed for front right and front applications depending on vehicle and axle configuration.
• Inspect the spindle or shaft surface for scoring, corrosion, or burrs before installing the new seal.
• Clean the sealing bore and surrounding area thoroughly to avoid trapping debris.
• Use proper seal installation tools to prevent distortion of the reinforced outer case.
• Confirm the axle is filled to the correct lubricant level after service.

Quality Assurance

Timken manufactures this seal with reinforced construction and contamination-control features intended for dependable driveline service. Compatible with 1994-2001 Dodge Dakota front right Dana/Spicer 44-3F axle, 1998-2001 Dodge Durango front right Dana/Spicer 44-3F axle, 1994-2001 Dodge Ram 1500 front right Dana/Spicer 44-3F axle, 1994-1999 Dodge Ram 3500 front right Dana/Spicer 44-3F axle, and 1988-1993 Dodge Ramcharger, W150, W250, and W100 front axle applications as listed.