Ford F150 Pickup. Instruction — part 519

Fig. 57: Applying Silicone Sealant To Differential Housing Cover
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE:

The differential housing cover must be installed within 15 minutes of
application of the silicone, or new sealant must be applied. If possible,
allow 1 hour before filling with lubricant to ensure the silicone sealant has
properly cured.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 10.25-inch - F150 Pickup

Fig. 58: Tightening Differential Housing Cover Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

3. Install the differential housing cover and tighten the differential housing cover bolts.

NOTE:

Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle with the
specified lubricant to the specified level below the bottom of the filler hole.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 10.25-inch - F150 Pickup

Fig. 59: Installing Filler Plug
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

4. Fill the rear axle with specified lubricant, and install the filler plug.

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For Traction-Lok(R) axles, first fill the rear axle with 236.5 ml (8 ounces) of additive friction
modifier.

5. Lower the vehicle.

DRIVE PINION

Special Tool(s)

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 10.25-inch - F150 Pickup

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 10.25-inch - F150 Pickup