How to service the 8.8 Inch Ring Gear High Torque Differential Cover on 2004 Ford Ranger?

The procedure for servicing the Ford 8.8 Inch Ring Gear High Torque Differential Housing Cover begins by hoisting the vehicle to remove the 10 differential housing cover bolts for draining the rear axle housing lubrication. Remove the differential housing cover after draining it completely. Both the rear axle housing and differential housing cover need to have thoroughly cleaned machined surfaces before the differential housing cover gets a new continuous application of silicone sealant. Time is critical because you must install the cover before 15 minutes of applying the sealant passes; extending time requires new sealant application. Add lubricant to the housing only after silicone sealant cures for at least one hour. The differential housing cover needs installation followed by tightening the 10 bolts. A technician must first add 118 ml (4 oz) of friction modifier into the rear axle before pouring 2.54 liters (5.37 pints) of rear axle lubricant followed by reinstalling the filler plug. Finally, lower the vehicle.

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2004 Ford Ranger Axle Cover, Rear
Part Number: F4TZ-4033-A
$24.50 MSRP: $35.67
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- Other Name: Cover; Differential Cover, Rear; Rear Cover
- Position: Rear
- Base No.: 4033
- Item Weight: 3.10 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 3.3 x 14.3 x 13.4 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: F4TZ-4033-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2004 Ford Ranger Submodels:
- Edge, FX4, Splash, Sport, STX, Tremor, XL, XL Sport, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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2004 Ford Ranger Axle Cover, Rear
Part Number: 6R3Z-4033-A
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- Other Name: Cover; Differential Cover, Rear; Rear Cover; Differential Cover
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: E3TZ-4033-A
- Base No.: 4033
- Item Weight: 2.50 Pounds
- Item Dimensions: 10.2 x 2.8 x 11.2 inches
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 6R3Z-4033-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2004 Ford Ranger Submodels:
- Base, Custom, Edge, FX4, GT, S, S Plus, Splash, Sport, STX, Tremor, XL, XL Sport, XLS, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.2 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.3 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.9 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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2004 Ford Ranger Axle Cover, Front
Part Number: F77Z-4033-AA
$24.56 MSRP: $34.83
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- Other Name: Cover; Differential Cover, Front
- Manufacturer Note: Cover
- Position: Front
- Replaces: F57Z-4033-AA
- Base No.: 4033
- Item Weight: 4.40 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: F77Z-4033-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2004 Ford Ranger Submodels:
- Edge, FX4, Splash, Sport, STX, Tremor, XL, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS

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Q: How to service the 8.8 Inch Ring Gear High Torque Differential Cover on 2004 Ford Ranger?
A: The procedure for servicing the Ford 8.8 Inch Ring Gear High Torque Differential Housing Cover begins by hoisting the vehicle to remove the 10 differential housing cover bolts for draining the rear axle housing lubrication. Remove the differential housing cover after draining it completely. Both the rear axle housing and differential housing cover need to have thoroughly cleaned machined surfaces before the differential housing cover gets a new continuous application of silicone sealant. Time is critical because you must install the cover before 15 minutes of applying the sealant passes; extending time requires new sealant application. Add lubricant to the housing only after silicone sealant cures for at least one hour. The differential housing cover needs installation followed by tightening the 10 bolts. A technician must first add 118 ml (4 oz) of friction modifier into the rear axle before pouring 2.54 liters (5.37 pints) of rear axle lubricant followed by reinstalling the filler plug. Finally, lower the vehicle.