Timken SL260175 Drive Axle Shaft Seal - Front

Timken SL260175 Drive Axle Shaft Seal

The Timken SL260175 drive axle shaft seal is built for front axle applications on select Ram and Dodge Ram trucks. It helps retain lubricant at the axle while keeping dirt and debris out of the sealing area.

Key Features

• Precision sealing design helps control lubricant loss and block contaminant entry
• Reinforced outer case helps resist installation damage and adds durability
• Ribbed rubber inner diameter helps seal minor spindle imperfections and improve seating
• Internal contamination exclusion system helps reduce debris penetration that can lead to leakage
• Vent holes promote lubricant flow around the seal lip to help manage heat buildup

Detailed Description

Timken SL260175 is a front drive axle shaft seal for Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 models from 2011-2022, plus 2012 Ram 1500 and 2006-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 front applications. It also fits 2003-2010 Dodge Ram 2500 and 2003-2010 Dodge Ram 3500 front applications, with a note that the differential pinion race must be used with the differential pinion seal for proper installation on those trucks. This Timken axle seal is engineered to help maintain proper lubrication at the axle shaft while limiting contamination at the sealing surface.

This part cross-references National 710874 and Remy 14474 for the same application. Timken SL260175 is a direct-fit sealing component for front axle service on Ram 2500, Ram 3500, and Dodge Ram 1500 platforms where a reliable axle shaft seal is required.

What It Helps Address

• Gear oil seepage at the front axle shaft seal
• Contamination entering the axle sealing area
• Seal wear from heat buildup around the lip
• Installation damage at the seal outer case
• Minor spindle surface imperfections that affect sealing

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify axle and front-position fitment before installation. On 2003-2010 Dodge Ram 2500 and 2003-2010 Dodge Ram 3500 front applications, the differential pinion race must be used with the differential pinion seal for proper installation. Clean the sealing surface thoroughly and inspect the spindle or shaft for wear before pressing the seal into place.

Quality Assurance

Timken oil and grease seals use precision sealing designs and reinforced construction to support consistent sealing performance in driveline service.