Timken SL260015 Engine Crankshaft Seal - Rear

Timken SL260015 Rear Engine Crankshaft Seal

Timken SL260015 is a rear engine crankshaft seal built for Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications that need dependable oil control at the crankshaft. It is engineered to help keep lubricant in place while blocking road debris and other contaminants from entering the sealing area.

Key Features

• Precision sealing design for rear crankshaft applications
• Reinforced outer case helps reduce installation damage and improve durability
• Ribbed rubber inner diameter helps seal minor spindle imperfections and promote positive seating
• Internal contamination exclusion system helps resist debris intrusion that can lead to leakage
• Vent holes allow lubricant flow around the seal lip to help reduce heat build-up

Detailed Description

The Timken SL260015 rear crankshaft seal is a direct-fit sealing component for a wide range of Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles, including the Ford Edge, F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Flex, Taurus, and Lincoln MKX, MKZ, MKS, and MKT. It is also used on select Transit vans and the 2017 Ford Fusion and Lincoln Continental. Timken’s sealing design focuses on stable lip contact, contamination control, and durability in demanding engine environments. This part number, SL260015, is a practical choice when servicing rear engine oil leaks on vehicles across the 2007-2017 model years.

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

What It Helps Solve

• Rear main seal oil leakage
• Oil seepage at the crankshaft sealing surface
• Contamination entering the seal area
• Heat-related seal wear
• Leak issues caused by minor spindle surface imperfections

Installation Notes and Tips

Inspect the crankshaft sealing surface before installation and clean the housing thoroughly. Use proper seal installation tools to avoid damaging the reinforced outer case, and verify the seal lip is seated evenly before reassembly. For best results, confirm rear-position fitment against the vehicle application before service. Fits 2007-2017 Ford Edge, rear; Fits 2010-2017 Ford F-150, rear; Fits 2011-2017 Ford F-250 Super Duty, rear; Fits 2011-2017 Ford F-350 Super Duty, rear; Fits 2017 Ford Fusion, rear; Fits 2010-2012 Ford Fusion, rear; Fits 2011-2017 Ford Mustang, rear; Fits 2015-2017 Ford Transit-150, rear; Fits 2015-2017 Ford Transit-250, rear; Fits 2015-2017 Ford Transit-350, rear; Fits 2015-2017 Ford Transit-350 HD, rear; Fits 2017 Lincoln Continental, rear; Fits 2010-2017 Lincoln MKT, rear; Fits 2007-2017 Lincoln MKX, rear; Fits 2007-2017 Lincoln MKZ, rear; Fits 2009-2016 Lincoln MKS, rear; Fits 2011-2014 Ford Explorer, rear; Fits 2009-2014 Ford Flex, rear; Fits 2008-2014 Ford Taurus, rear; Fits 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, rear; Fits 2008-2009 Mercury Sable, rear.

Quality Assurance

Timken manufactures oil and grease seals with precision sealing features and contamination control details intended to support reliable engine sealing performance in service.