Timken SL260148 Automatic Transmission Torque Converter Seal - Left

Timken SL260148 Torque Converter Seal

The Timken SL260148 automatic transmission torque converter seal is built for precise sealing at the transmission interface. It helps retain lubricant, block contaminants, and support stable operation in Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications.

Key Features

• Precision sealing design helps prevent lubricant escape and contamination entry
• Reinforced outer case resists installation damage and adds durability
• Ribbed rubber inner diameter helps seal minor spindle imperfections and promote seating
• Internal contamination exclusion system helps keep debris out of the seal area
• Vent holes allow lubricant flow around the seal lip to reduce heat build-up

Detailed Description

Timken SL260148 is an automatic transmission torque converter seal for select Ford Escape, Ford Fusion, Ford Explorer, Ford Taurus, Ford Edge, Ford Transit Connect, Lincoln MKC, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKT, Mercury Mariner, and Mercury Milan applications. It is engineered to maintain a tight seal at the torque converter area, where fluid control and contamination exclusion are critical to transmission performance. This part cross-references National 710712 and SKF 15554A for the same application.

Common Issues This Seal Can Address

• Transmission fluid leakage at the torque converter seal area
• Contamination entering the seal interface
• Seal damage during installation
• Poor sealing from minor spindle surface imperfections
• Heat-related seal wear from restricted lubricant flow

Installation Notes and Tips

• Inspect the sealing surface and spindle area before installation.
• Clean the bore and surrounding transmission components thoroughly.
• Confirm the seal is seated evenly to avoid distortion or leakage.
• Verify vehicle application by year, make, model, and position before ordering.
• Fits 2019 Ford Escape, Left; 2018 Ford EcoSport, Left; 2014-2018 Ford Transit Connect, Left; 2015-2017 Ford Edge, Left; 2012-2016 Ford Fusion, Left; 2012-2015 Ford Explorer, Left; 2013-2015 Ford Taurus, Left; 2019 Lincoln MKC, Left; 2016 Lincoln MKT, Left.

Quality Assurance

Timken oil and grease seals use precision sealing features, a reinforced outer case, and contamination control details to support reliable service in transmission applications. Part number SL260148 is built to meet the demands of select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury fitments.