Outer Drive Shaft Oil Seal

This precision oil seal sits at the gearbox/differential outlet where the drive shaft (half shaft) passes through. Its job is simple but critical: keep transmission oil inside while letting the shaft spin and move with suspension travel. A healthy seal protects bearings, gears, and CV joints from oil loss and dirt entry.

Why this seal is needed ✅

The rotating shaft creates constant friction and pressure pulses inside the case. The seal’s flexible lip rides on the shaft surface, forming a tight barrier that holds fluid and blocks water, dust, and road grit.

How it works ⚙️

A sprung sealing lip maintains contact as the shaft turns. The metal outer shell anchors the seal in the housing, while the rubber compound resists heat and additives in the oil. Proper fit prevents seepage even under load.

What happens if it’s broken

Leaks start as wetness around the axle area, then drip onto the subframe or exhaust. Low oil level can cause whining, harsh shifting, overheating, and expensive gearbox damage. Contamination may also shorten bearing life and create vibrations.

Compatible Models (Fitment)

• Civic Coupe
• Civic
• Cr-V
• Accord
• Civic Aerodeck
• Prelude
• Accord Tourer
• Civic Crx
• Integra
• Shuttle
• Odyssey
• Civic Del Sol
• Civic 3D
• Civic Ferio
• Partner
• Orthia
• Cr-V T.h
• Step Wgn F.d.
• Odyssey F.d/T.h
• S-Mx
• Domani
• Accord 4D Almas
• Accord 4D
• Step Wgn
• Cr-X Delsol
• Integra 3D
• Integra 4D