Navigator 4WD V8-5.4L DOHC VIN R (2001)
Differential Cover: Service and Repair
Ford 9.75 - Inch Ring Gear
Differential Housing Cover
Removal
1. WARNING: The electrical power to the air suspension system must be shut off prior to hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. This
can be accomplished by turning off the air suspension switch located in the RH kick panel area. Failure to do so can result in unexpected inflation
or deflation of the air springs, which can result in shifting of the vehicle during these operations.
Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Position the rear stabilizer bar and rear axle tracking bar aside.
3. NOTE: Empty the lubricant into a clean container for reuse.
Remove the differential housing cover.
1
Remove the 12 differential housing cover bolts and drain the lubricant from the rear axle housing.
2
Remove the differential housing cover.
Installation
1. CAUTION: Make sure the machined surfaces on both the rear axle housing and the differential housing cover are clean and free of oil before
applying the new silicone sealant. The inside of the rear axle must be covered when cleaning the machined surface to prevent contamination.
Clean the gasket mating surface of the rear axle and the differential housing cover.
2. Apply a new, continuous bead of sealant to the differential housing cover.
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Use Clear Silicone Rubber D6AZ-19562-AA or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESB-M4G92-A.
