Corteco 12016528B Camshaft Shaft Seal

Description

The Corteco 12016528B is a camshaft shaft seal designed to prevent oil leaks and maintain optimal engine performance. This seal is crucial for the gearbox and drivetrain system, ensuring the longevity of critical components. Manufactured in Indonesia, this seal measures 13 x 72 x 72 mm and provides a reliable barrier against contaminants while effectively retaining lubricant, ultimately contributing to improved efficiency and reduced maintenance costs.

Key Features & Benefits

This little rubber seal basically keeps oil in and keeps dirt and debris out. It sits right where the camshaft shaft comes out of the engine block. Its job is to create a tight barrier around that shaft, preventing oil leaks and keeping contaminants from getting into the engine’s delicate internal parts. Think of it as a gasket, but specifically for a rotating shaft. It’s a pretty simple part, but crucial. It’s part of the engine, obviously, more specifically the valve train. The camshaft controls when your valves open and close, and the seal keeps everything lubricated and running smoothly. Without it, you’d have oil leaking out – usually around the front or rear of the engine, depending on which camshaft seal it is. It’s not something that directly makes the car go, but if it fails, it quickly causes bigger problems.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Well, oil leaks are bad news. Obviously, you lose oil, which can lead to engine damage. But even a small leak can contaminate other parts, like belts and pulleys, causing them to wear out faster. You’ll notice if a seal goes bad – usually by seeing oil spots under where you park, or smelling burning oil. It’s one of those parts that’s inexpensive to replace, but can save you a lot of money and headaches down the road if you catch it early. You can find them pretty easily, places like Fixparts Online usually have a good selection. Replacing them often gets done when doing other engine work, like a timing belt, since you're already in the area.

Warranty Information

Corteco Camshaft Shaft Seal (MPN 12016528B) comes with a 1-year warranty.