F 150 4WD V8-4.6L VIN 8 (2010)
Differential Cover: Service and Repair
Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 9.75-Inch Ring Gear
Differential Housing Cover
Removal
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Vehicle Jacking and Lifting.
2. Remove the differential housing cover.
1. Remove the 12 differential housing cover bolts, and drain the lubricant from the axle housing.
2. Remove the differential housing cover.
Installation
1. NOTE: Remove all of the silicone gasket and make sure the surfaces are free of oil before applying the new silicone gasket.
Clean the gasket mating surface of the axle and the differential housing cover.