OEM 2005 Ford E-250 Differential Cover

2005 Ford E-250 Differential Cover Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the differential cover on 60 and 70 ring gear differentials on 2005 Ford E-250?

  A: You need to raise the vehicle either by using a hoist or jack before installing safety stands under the frame rails for the process of servicing the differential cover on Dana 60/70 ring gear differentials for working clearance by lowering the hoist or jack to allow the rear axle to move into the rebound position. Drain the lubricant from the differential housing cover before thoroughly cleaning both the cover along with the housing. Use a suitable cleaner to wipe down all areas on the differential housing cover and the differential housing where oil film remains. When using silicone rubber as a gasket for the differential housing cover installation must occur within 15 minutes from silicone application or fresh silicone installation will be necessary. Before fitting the differential housing cover onto the mounting surface apply silicone rubber from end to end and insert two bolts at the eight o'clock and two o'clock positions for guiding the cover placement. Ongoing bolt installation requires alternated and even tightening where grade 5 bolts reach 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.) and grade 8 bolts achieve 61 Nm (45 ft. lbs.). A one-hour curing period should be permitted before adding the required lubricant to the axle while also operating the vehicle before lowering it.