How to service and repair the differential cover on Ford Explorer?

Service and repair of the differential cover requires the vehicle to be properly elevated for support. Use a wrench to loose the bolt connections before draining the lubricant from the rear axle housing. Afterward remove the bolts along with the differential housing cover. Check the lubricant area on the rear axle housing and differential housing cover for oil contaminants before servicing. Put protective coverage inside the rear axle to stop any cleaning liquids from polluting it. Before the silicone cures completely, you must install a new continuous bead of Silicone Rubber D6AZ-19562-AA or equivalent substance that fulfills Ford specifications ESB-M4G92-A on the differential housing cover. You need to install this silicone within 15 minutes of application to prevent sealant reapplication. A silicone sealant cure time of one hour should precede adding lubricant to the axle when possible. Before filling the axle with lubricant install the differential housing cover followed by its bolts. The rear axle of Traction-Lok axles needs a filling of 118 milliliters (4 ounces) of Ford Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A which meets Ford specification EST-M2C118-A or an equivalent product. To lubricate 4.0L SOHC and 4.0L EI Traction-Lok rear axles with 5.0L engines use 2.4 liters (5.5 pints) of SAE 75W-140 High Performance Rear Axle Lubricant F1TZ-19580-B or an equivalent product that meets Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A followed by the filler plug installation. The rear axle lubrication requires SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL which meets Ford specification WSP-M2C197-A or an equivalent. Finally, lower the vehicle.

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Ford Explorer Axle Cover, Rear Part Number: F4TZ-4033-A
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- Other Name: Cover; Differential Cover, Rear; Rear Cover
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-2001 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Expedition, Limited, Postal, Sport, XL, XL Fleet, XLS, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Differential Cover, Rear Part Number: 7E5Z-4033-A
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- Other Name: Cover - Rear Axle Housing; Differential Cover, Rear; Axle Cover; Rear Cover; Differential Assy Cover; Cover
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2019 Ford Explorer | Base, Limited, Platinum, Sport, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Axle Cover, Front Part Number: F77Z-4033-AA
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- Other Name: Cover; Differential Cover, Front
- Manufacturer Note: Cover
- Position: Front
- Replaces: F57Z-4033-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-2001 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Expedition, Limited, Postal, Sport, XL, XL Fleet, XLS, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Axle Cover, Rear Part Number: 7L2Z-4033-B
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- Other Name: Cover - Rear Axle Housing; Differential Cover, Rear; Cover
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: 1L2Z-4N282-AB, 7L2Z-4033-A, 6L2Z-4033-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2010 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLS, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Cover Part Number: L1MZ-4033-D
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- Other Name: Cover - Rear Axle Housing
- Replaces: L1MZ-4033-B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
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- 2020-2023 Ford Explorer | Base, Limited, ST-Line, Timberline, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FLEX
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Ford Explorer Axle Cover, Rear Part Number: L1MZ-4033-C
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- Other Name: Cover - Rear Axle Housing; Differential Cover, Rear; Rear Cover; Cover
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: L1MZ-4033-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2020-2023 Ford Explorer | Base, King Ranch, Limited, Limited Hybrid, Platinum, Platinum Hybrid, ST, ST-Line, Timberline, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV)
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Ford Explorer Axle Cover, Rear Part Number: FOTZ-4033-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cover - Rear Axle Housing; Differential Cover, Rear; Rear Cover
- Position: Rear
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1991-1992 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Sport, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Axle Cover Part Number: F6TZ-4033-BA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cover
- Manufacturer Note: Cover kit, before 7/1/95
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-2000 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Expedition, Limited, Postal, Sport, XL, XL Fleet, XLS, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS

Ford Explorer Differential Cover

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The Ford Explorer Differential Cover is one of the key components that endorses the solidity together with the performance, familiar to Ford automobiles. Meant to address problems closely linked to leaks, the Differential Cover is instrumental in protecting the internal workings of the Ford Explorer's ring-and-pinion gear. This has been made up of different materials including steel aluminum and cast iron hence has been designed in a way that it can fit the needs of different performances. The Ford Explorer has been a definite ever since 1991 as one of the most favored SUVs with successive generations that improved the model's efficiency and safety. The Differential Cover is useful in this regard as it ensures adequate lubrication of the differential which is critical for the vehicle's service life and efficiency. Several Explorer models exist and Bosch ensures owners of the various models get the appropriate Differential Cover for their car whether brand new Explorer of the first generation or the current sixth generation model. Other additional options include the differences in finishes of the products by chrome and powder coated black; an aspect that transforms these products into durable and corrosion resistant ones. This automotive spare part, the Ford Explorer Differential Cover is considered in this paper in terms of functional and stylish attributes in the market, and how it underlines the viability and adaptability of the Ford Explorer vehicle. Now that is guaranteed, the Ford Explorer Differential Cover is a necessity for it can make the difference for the safety of the driver and the efficiency of the car on the road.

Ford Explorer Differential Cover Parts and Q&A

Axle Cover, Rear
F4TZ-4033-A
Q: How to service and repair the differential cover on Ford Explorer?
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Service and repair of the differential cover requires the vehicle to be properly elevated for support. Use a wrench to loose the bolt connections before draining the lubricant from the rear axle housing. Afterward remove the bolts along with the differential housing cover. Check the lubricant area on the rear axle housing and differential housing cover for oil contaminants before servicing. Put protective coverage inside the rear axle to stop any cleaning liquids from polluting it. Before the silicone cures completely, you must install a new continuous bead of Silicone Rubber D6AZ-19562-AA or equivalent substance that fulfills Ford specifications ESB-M4G92-A on the differential housing cover. You need to install this silicone within 15 minutes of application to prevent sealant reapplication. A silicone sealant cure time of one hour should precede adding lubricant to the axle when possible. Before filling the axle with lubricant install the differential housing cover followed by its bolts. The rear axle of Traction-Lok axles needs a filling of 118 milliliters (4 ounces) of Ford Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A which meets Ford specification EST-M2C118-A or an equivalent product. To lubricate 4.0L SOHC and 4.0L EI Traction-Lok rear axles with 5.0L engines use 2.4 liters (5.5 pints) of SAE 75W-140 High Performance Rear Axle Lubricant F1TZ-19580-B or an equivalent product that meets Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A followed by the filler plug installation. The rear axle lubrication requires SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL which meets Ford specification WSP-M2C197-A or an equivalent. Finally, lower the vehicle.