Econoline E350 1 Ton V8-5.4L Prop SOHC VIN Z (1998)
Differential Cover: Service and Repair
8.8 Inch Ring Gear
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the axle housing cover.
1. Remove the 10 axle housing cover bolts and drain the lubricant from the rear axle housing.
2. Remove the axle housing cover.
INSTALLATION
1. Clean the gasket mating surface of the rear axle and the axle housing cover.
CAUTION: Make sure the machined surfaces on both the rear axle housing and the axle housing cover are clean and free of oil before installing
the new silicone sealant. The inside of the rear axle must be covered when cleaning the machined surface to prevent contamination.
2. Apply a new continuous bead of sealant to the axle housing cover.
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Use Silicone Rubber D6AZ-19562-AA or equivalent meeting Ford specifications ESB-M4G92-A and ESE-M4G195-A.
3. Install the axle housing cover.
1. Install the axle housing cover.
2. Install the 10 axle housing cover bolts.
NOTE: The axle housing cover must be installed within 15 minutes of application of the silicone, or new sealant must be applied. If possible,
allow one hour before filling with lubricant to make sure the silicone sealant has properly cured.
