Timken 714436 Engine Crankshaft Seal - Front

Engine Crankshaft Seal for GM, Hyundai, Kia, Saab, and Saturn

Timken 714436 is an engine crankshaft seal built to retain oil and grease while keeping dirt and other contaminants out of the sealing area. It is a front seal application for a wide range of vehicles, including Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Sonic, Hyundai Accent, and Kia Rio models.

For drivers searching for a front engine crankshaft seal for 2011-2015 Chevrolet Cruze or a front crankshaft seal for 2006-2011 Kia Rio, this Timken part number 714436 provides a direct-fit sealing solution across multiple applications.

• Precision sealing design helps control lubricant loss
• Reinforced outer case resists installation damage and adds durability
• Ribbed rubber inner diameter helps seal minor spindle imperfections
• Internal contamination exclusion system helps block debris entry
• Vent holes promote lubricant flow around the seal lip to reduce heat buildup

Detailed Product Overview

Timken 714436 is engineered as an engine crankshaft seal for front-position applications on select Chevrolet, Hyundai, Kia, Saab, Cadillac, and Saturn vehicles. The seal’s reinforced construction supports a secure fit during installation, while the ribbed inner diameter helps maintain contact on shafts with minor surface variation. Vent holes and contamination control features work together to support stable sealing performance in demanding engine environments. If you need a front crankshaft seal for a 2012-2014 Chevrolet Sonic or a 1995-2011 Hyundai Accent, this part number 714436 matches the listed applications.

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

Common Problems This Seal Helps Address

• Oil leakage at the crankshaft seal area
• Grease seepage from the sealing surface
• Contamination entering the seal interface
• Heat-related seal wear from poor lubricant circulation
• Leakage caused by minor spindle or shaft imperfections

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle year, make, model, and seal position before installation. Clean the sealing surface thoroughly and inspect the shaft for scoring, burrs, or contamination that could affect sealing performance. Proper alignment during installation is important to avoid damaging the outer case or sealing lip.

Quality Assurance

Timken designs its oil and grease seals with precision sealing features, reinforced construction, and contamination control to support dependable engine sealing performance.