Timken 710522 Wheel Seal - Rear or Rear Inner

Timken 710522 Rear Wheel Seal for Suzuki and Chevrolet

Timken 710522 is a rear wheel seal built for specific Suzuki and Chevrolet applications, including Grand Vitara, Vitara, and Tracker models. It is engineered to retain lubricant at the wheel end while helping block dirt and debris from entering the sealing area.

Key Features

• Precision sealing design helps control grease and oil at the wheel end
• Reinforced outer case helps resist installation damage and improve durability
• Ribbed rubber inner diameter helps seal minor spindle imperfections and support spindle seating
• 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

Built for rear wheel applications, Timken 710522 is a direct-fit wheel seal for 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara rear, 2001-2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara rear, 1999 Suzuki Vitara rear, 2002-2004 Suzuki Vitara rear, 2000-2004 Chevrolet Tracker rear, and 1998-1999 Chevrolet Tracker rear inner positions. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application. The seal design focuses on lubricant retention, contamination control, and stable seating at the spindle to support consistent wheel-end performance. Timken 710522 is a practical replacement when servicing rear axle sealing on these vehicles.

Common Issues This Seal Can Address

• Rear wheel-end grease or oil leakage
• Contamination entering the seal area
• Seal wear from heat buildup at the wheel end
• Poor sealing on minor spindle surface imperfections
• Damage from previous seal installation or removal

Installation Notes and Tips

Inspect the spindle, hub, and seal bore before installation. Clean all sealing surfaces thoroughly and verify the seal is seated evenly to avoid distortion. For 1998-1999 Chevrolet Tracker rear inner and other listed rear applications, confirm the position matches the vehicle service location before assembly.

Quality Assurance

Timken manufactures this wheel seal with reinforced construction and contamination-control features to support reliable wheel-end service on the listed Suzuki Grand Vitara, Suzuki Vitara, and Chevrolet Tracker applications.