Timken SL260141 Automatic Transmission Output Shaft Seal - Front Right, Left or Right

Timken Automatic Transmission Output Shaft Seal

The Timken SL260141 is an automatic transmission output shaft seal built for specific Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln applications. It helps retain transmission lubricant while keeping dirt and debris out of the sealing area.

Key Features

• Precision sealing design for automatic transmission output shaft service
• Reinforced outer case helps resist installation damage
• Ribbed rubber inner diameter helps seal minor spindle imperfections and improve seating
• Internal contamination exclusion system helps block debris that can lead to leakage
• Vent holes promote lubricant flow around the seal lip to reduce heat build-up

Detailed Description

Timken SL260141 is an OE-style transmission seal for vehicles that need dependable lubricant retention at the output shaft. It is engineered to support a secure seal at the shaft interface, helping maintain proper transmission fluid control in daily driving conditions. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application. Fits 2006-2007 Ford Five Hundred, right; fits 2005-2007 Ford Freestyle, left; fits 2006-2007 Mercury Montego, right; fits 2006 Ford Freestyle, right; fits 2005 Ford Five Hundred, front right.

What It Helps Solve

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

Installation Notes and Tips

Inspect the shaft surface and seal bore before installation. Clean the sealing area thoroughly, and verify the replacement seal is oriented correctly for the transmission output shaft. For best results, install with care to avoid damaging the seal lip or outer case.

Quality Assurance

Timken oil and grease seals use precision sealing designs, reinforced construction, and contamination-control features to support durable service in transmission applications.