OEM 2004 Ford Escape Differential Cover

2004 Ford Escape Differential Cover Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the rear differential cover on 2004 Ford Escape?

  A: The first step for repairing the rear drive axle differential housing cover requires raising the vehicle and supporting it before draining the differential fluid into a suitable drain pan followed by bolt removal and differential cover replacement. Software designers must clean all machined areas on the rear axle housing and differential housing cover and rotary blade coupling housing to stop contamination from affecting the new silicone sealant installation process. The gasket mating areas of the differential housing along with differential housing cover and rotary blade coupling housing need cleaning. New silicone applications must be completed in 15 minutes before installing the differential housing cover or the procedure requires refilling the silicone sealant. The silicone sealant requires sufficient time for curing before radiator lubricant is added into the system but installation should begin one hour after application. Clear silicone rubber should be applied in a continuous bead before installation of the differential housing cover along with its bolts. To finish up the procedure you need to fill the rear axle with 1.4 liters (2.95 pints) of rear axle lubricant before tightening the filler plug.