Ford F150 Pickup. Instruction — part 562

Fig. 45: Removing Differential Housing Cover
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Installation

1. 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.

CAUTION: Make sure the machined surfaces on both the rear axle housing and

the differential 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.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear - F150 Pickup

Fig. 46: Applying 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 one hour before filling with lubricant to make sure the silicone
sealant has properly cured.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear - F150 Pickup

Fig. 47: Installing Differential Housing Cover
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

3. Install the differential housing cover.

1. Install the differential housing cover.

2. Install the 10 differential housing cover bolts.

CAUTION: First fill the rear axle with 118 ml (4 oz) of friction modifier.

NOTE:

Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle to the level
shown.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear - F150 Pickup

Fig. 48: Filling Rear Axle & Tightening Filler Plug
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

4. Fill the rear axle with 2.54 liters (5.37 pints) of rear axle lubricant and install the filler plug.

5. Lower the vehicle.

DRIVE PINION

Special Tool(s)

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8-Inch Ring Gear - F150 Pickup