Vaico V20-2796 Manual Transmission Output Shaft Seal

BMW Manual Transmission Output Shaft Seal

Restore sealing performance at the manual transmission output shaft with the Vaico V20-2796. This BMW transmission seal is specified to the 40 x 52 x 9 mm dimensions and is built in Germany to OEM-quality standards for a precise service replacement.

Compatible with select BMW 3 Series and Z3 manual transmission applications, including BMW 330Ci, 330i, 328Ci, 328i, M3, and Z3 models listed below. The VAICO Q+ product line identifies parts manufactured in Germany to vehicle manufacturer certification standards.

• Manual transmission output shaft seal for BMW applications
• Dimensions: 40 mm inner diameter, 52 mm outer diameter, 9 mm thickness
• Also listed with 52 mm width and 52 mm length for packaging/spec reference
• OEM-quality German manufacture under VAICO Q+ quality level
• Direct reference to OE number 23111224799
• Part number: V20-2796

Detailed Product Information

The Vaico V20-2796 is a manual transmission output shaft seal designed around the OE-style 40x52x9 mm size used on select BMW manual gearboxes. It helps maintain a proper seal at the transmission output shaft, supporting clean operation where the driveshaft connection meets the transmission housing. This part number, V20-2796, cross-references OE number 23111224799 for the same application.

Fits 2001-2005 BMW 330Ci, N/A; Fits 2001-2005 BMW 330i, N/A; Fits 1997-2002 BMW Z3, N/A; Fits 2000 BMW 328Ci, N/A; Fits 1999-2000 BMW 328i, N/A; Fits 1996-1999 BMW M3, N/A.

What This Seal Helps Address

• Transmission fluid seepage at the output shaft area
• Oil residue around the rear of the manual transmission
• Seal wear from age, heat, and drivetrain movement
• Service replacement for a damaged or hardened output shaft seal
• Leak-related contamination near the driveshaft connection

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the seal dimensions and OE reference before installation. Inspect the output shaft surface and surrounding housing for wear, scoring, or contamination that could affect sealing performance. Clean the sealing bore thoroughly and install the seal squarely to avoid distortion. Verify the transmission application against the vehicle build date, especially for BMW 330Ci and 330i models listed with coverage to 03/2003.

Quality Assurance

VAICO Q+ parts are manufactured in Germany to OEM-quality standards in accordance with vehicle manufacturer certifications. This product is identified as a quality-level replacement for the specified BMW manual transmission applications.