Timken 710450 Engine Oil Pump Seal

Timken 710450 Engine Oil Pump Seal

Timken 710450 is an engine oil pump seal built for controlled sealing performance in Toyota and Scion applications. It is engineered to help keep lubricant in place while limiting the entry of dirt and other contaminants around the seal area.

Key Features

• Reinforced outer case helps resist installation damage and supports long-term durability
• Ribbed rubber inner diameter helps seal minor spindle imperfections and promotes positive seating
• Internal contamination exclusion system helps block debris that can contribute to leakage
• Vent holes allow lubricant flow around the seal lip to reduce heat build-up
• Precision sealing design for engine oil pump service

Detailed Description

This Timken oil pump seal is a direct-fit sealing component for select Toyota Prius, Toyota Yaris, Scion xA, Scion xB, Toyota Echo, Toyota Paseo, and Toyota Tercel applications. The design focuses on maintaining a stable seal at the oil pump area, where heat, contamination, and surface wear can affect sealing performance. Part number 710450 is a practical choice for service work where oil retention and contamination control matter.

Compatible With 2001-2008 Toyota Prius, 2006-2008 Toyota Yaris, 2004-2006 Scion xA, 2004-2006 Scion xB, 2000-2005 Toyota Echo, 1992-1999 Toyota Paseo, and 1987-1999 Toyota Tercel. This part cross-references no listed interchange numbers in the provided data.

Common Issues Addressed

• Oil seepage at the oil pump seal area
• Contamination entering the sealing surface
• Seal wear from heat build-up
• Poor seating caused by minor spindle imperfections
• Leakage after oil pump service

Installation Notes and Tips

Inspect the sealing surface before installation and clean away old oil, debris, and residue. Confirm the seal is seated evenly in the housing and avoid nicking the lip during installation. Verify vehicle application by year and model before service on Toyota Prius, Toyota Yaris, Scion xA, Scion xB, Toyota Echo, Toyota Paseo, or Toyota Tercel.

Quality Assurance

Timken designs its oil and grease seals with reinforced construction, contamination exclusion features, and venting to support consistent sealing performance in service.