Timken 710700 Automatic Transmission Output Shaft Seal - Left or Right

Timken 710700 Output Shaft Seal

The Timken 710700 automatic transmission output shaft seal is built to retain transmission fluid at the output shaft while keeping dirt and debris out of the sealing area. It is a direct-fit service part for select Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, and Hyundai applications, including Fusion, MKZ, Milan, Five Hundred, Montego, Zephyr, and Veracruz models.

Key Features

• Precision sealing design helps control lubricant loss and block contaminant entry
• Reinforced outer case resists installation damage and supports durability
• Ribbed rubber inner diameter helps seal minor spindle imperfections and improve seating
• Internal contamination exclusion system helps reduce debris penetration that can lead to leakage
• Vent holes promote lubricant flow around the seal lip to help manage heat buildup
• Timken 710700 is an OE-style transmission sealing solution for service replacement

Detailed Description

Timken 710700 is an automatic transmission output shaft seal engineered for transmission sealing service where fluid retention and contamination control are critical. It is used on applications such as 2006-2012 Ford Fusion, right; 2007-2012 Lincoln MKZ, right; 2006-2009 Mercury Milan, right; 2005-2007 Ford Five Hundred, right; 2005-2007 Mercury Montego, right; 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, right; and 2007-2012 Hyundai Veracruz, left. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application. The Timken 710700 seal combines a reinforced case, ribbed inner diameter, and contamination exclusion features to support consistent sealing at the output shaft.

Common Problems This Seal Addresses

• Transmission fluid seepage at the output shaft
• Contamination entering the seal area
• Leakage caused by minor shaft surface imperfections
• Heat-related seal wear from poor lubricant circulation
• Seal damage during installation

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the transmission side and vehicle position before installation. Clean the shaft and seal bore thoroughly, and inspect the sealing surface for wear, scoring, or burrs before pressing the new seal into place. Proper seating is important for the Timken 710700 output shaft seal to maintain a reliable seal on Ford Fusion, Lincoln MKZ, Mercury Milan, and related applications.

Quality Assurance

Timken oil and grease seals use precision sealing designs and contamination-control features to support dependable service in drivetrain applications.