Timken 710567 Wheel Seal - Rear Outer

Timken 710567 Rear Outer Wheel Seal for Sportage

Timken 710567 is a rear outer wheel seal for 1998-2002 Kia Sportage applications. It is built to retain lubricant at the hub while helping block road debris, water, and other contaminants from entering the sealing area.

Key Features

• Precision sealing design helps control oil and grease retention at the wheel end
• Reinforced outer case resists installation damage and adds durability
• Ribbed rubber inner diameter helps seal minor spindle imperfections and improve 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 build-up

Detailed Description

Built for rear outer wheel seal service, Timken 710567 is engineered for the 1998-2002 Kia Sportage rear outer position. The seal’s construction focuses on maintaining a stable lubricant barrier while supporting consistent contact at the spindle interface. For buyers searching for a Kia Sportage rear outer wheel seal, Timken 710567 provides a direct-fit service part for this application.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Grease or oil leakage at the rear wheel end
• Contamination entering the hub or spindle sealing area
• Seal damage during installation
• Minor spindle surface imperfections affecting seal seating
• Heat build-up around the seal lip

Installation Notes and Tips

Inspect the spindle, hub, and seal bore before installation. Clean all sealing surfaces thoroughly and verify the seal is seated squarely in the rear outer position on the Kia Sportage. Replace worn or damaged mating components if surface wear is present, and confirm the seal lip contacts the spindle evenly after installation.

Quality Assurance

Timken oil and grease seals are designed with reinforced sealing features and contamination control details to support dependable wheel-end service. Part number 710567 is specified for 1998-2002 Kia Sportage rear outer fitment.