Timken SL260014 Engine Crankshaft Seal - Front

Timken SL260014 Front Crankshaft Seal

Timken SL260014 is a front engine crankshaft seal built to retain oil and grease while keeping dirt and debris out of the sealing area. It is a direct-fit choice for a wide range of GM, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn, and Suzuki applications, including front seal service on the Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, and Buick Enclave.

Key Features

• Precision sealing design helps control lubricant loss and block contaminant entry
• Reinforced outer case helps reduce installation damage and improve durability
• Ribbed rubber inner diameter helps seal minor spindle imperfections and promote seating
• Internal contamination exclusion system helps keep debris away from the seal lip
• Vent holes allow lubricant flow around the lip to reduce heat buildup
• Cross-references National 710674 and SKF 19695A for the same application

Detailed Description

Timken SL260014 is an engine crankshaft seal for front-position service on many 2004-2017 vehicles. It is engineered for applications such as 2008-2017 Buick Enclave, 2009-2016 Chevrolet Traverse, 2007-2016 GMC Acadia, 2010-2015 Chevrolet Camaro, and 2013-2016 Cadillac ATS front seal replacement. The seal’s reinforced construction and contamination-control features support consistent sealing performance in demanding engine environments. Timken SL260014 is a practical replacement when servicing front crankshaft oil leaks on GM-based platforms and related Saab, Saturn, and Suzuki models.

Common Problems This Part Addresses

• Front crankshaft oil leakage
• Grease seepage from the sealing area
• Contamination entering the crankshaft seal surface
• Heat-related seal wear at the lip
• Leak recurrence caused by minor spindle surface imperfections

Installation Notes and Tips

Inspect the crankshaft sealing surface before installation and clean away oil residue, dirt, and old seal material. Make sure the seal is seated evenly in the housing to avoid distortion. Verify front-position application details against the vehicle’s engine configuration before ordering, especially on Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, and Buick Enclave models. Timken SL260014 should be installed on the correct front crankshaft location only.

Quality Assurance

Timken manufactures oil and grease seals with precision sealing designs and durability-focused construction for engine sealing service. This part cross-references National 710674 and SKF 19695A for the same application.