OEM 2003 Ford E-150 Differential Cover

2003 Ford E-150 Differential Cover Parts Q&A

• Q: How to service the 8.8-Inch Ring Gear Differential Cover on 2003 Ford E-150?

  A: The servicing of the Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear differential housing cover requires first mounting and supporting the vehicle. Remove the differential housing cover bolts and the cover to drain lubricant into a cleans container that will permit reusing the fluid. Before assembling new differential housing components users need to clean both machined surfaces until free from oil while using Silicone Rubber D6AZ-19562-AA or equivalent material which fulfills specifications ESB-M4G92-A and ESE-M4G195-A. The differential housing cover needs to be installed within a 15-minute timeframe of silicone application because failure to do so will trigger additional silicone application requirements. Adhere to the following procedure to install the differential housing cover while mounting it using the 10 bolts as directed. The rear axle needs 118 ml (4 oz) of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-198546-A or an equivalent per EST-M2C118-A Ford specification before being filled with 2.4 liters (5.5 pints) of SAE 75W-140 High Performance Rear Axle Lubricant F1TZ-19580-B that meets WSL-M2C192-A Ford specification. Place the filler plug after completing the process. Finally, lower the vehicle.