Keep wheel-bearing lubricant sealed in and abrasive road grit out with the Timken Wheel Seal 226285. It installs as a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications: the 1996-1997 Lexus LX450, the 1975-1997 Toyota Land Cruiser, and the 1979-1995 Toyota Pickup.
A wheel seal closes off the wheel-bearing area — its body seats in a stationary bore while the lip rides against the rotating hub or axle surface, holding lubricant against the bearing and helping keep water, dirt, and debris out. As the lip hardens or wears with age, lubricant can seep past and contaminants can work their way in.
- Position coverage: cataloged for the front inner, rear outer, and rear inner wheel positions on the listed applications.
- Sealing job: retains wheel-bearing lubricant and helps block water, dirt, and road grit from reaching the bearing.
- Stationary design: the seal body stays put while its lip contacts the rotating hub/axle — it does not spin with the shaft.
- Signs it may need replacing: lubricant seeping around the hub or a contaminated, noisy wheel bearing. If a failed seal is the cause, replacing it re-establishes the barrier around the bearing.
Interchange: 24635 · 24638 · 24640 · 24642. Manufacturer part number 226285.
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this wheel seal do?
It seals the wheel-bearing area, holding lubricant against the bearing while helping keep water, dirt, and road debris out. The body stays stationary as the lip rides on the rotating hub or axle surface.
Which vehicles does the Timken 226285 fit?
It is a direct-fit replacement for the 1996-1997 Lexus LX450, the 1975-1997 Toyota Land Cruiser, and the 1979-1995 Toyota Pickup. Check the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm your vehicle.
What wheel positions does it cover?
It is cataloged for the front inner, rear outer, and rear inner wheel positions on the listed applications.
How do I know my wheel seal needs replacing?
Common signs are lubricant seeping around the hub and a contaminated or noisy wheel bearing. Diagnose the cause first, since bearing noise can have other sources.
What interchange numbers does this seal replace?
It cross-references the following numbers: 24635, 24638, 24640, and 24642. Its own manufacturer part number is 226285.
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