Service manual page for differential housing cover removal and i…

Differential Housing Cover Removal 1. AWARNING: 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 ination or deation of the air springs, which can result in shifting of the vehicle during these operations. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section 100-02. c 2. Note: Empty the lubricant into a clean container for reuse. Remove the differential housing cover (4033). 1 Remove the bolts and drain the lubricant from the differential housing (4010). 2 Remove the differential housing cover. Installation 1. A CAUTION: The machined surfaces on the differenti I housing and the differential housing cover must be clean and free of oil before applying the sIlicone sealant. Cover the inside of the rear axle (4001) prior to cleaning the machined surface to prevent contamination. Clean the gasket mating surfaces. c 2. ACAUTION: Install the differential housing cover within 15 minutes of applying the silicone, or it will be necessary to apply new sealant. Apply a continuous bead of sealant to the differential housing cover. 0 Use Clear Silicone Rubber F7AZ-19554-CA or equivalent meeting Ford specication ESB-M4G92-A. c 3. Note: If possible, allow one hour before lling the axle with lubricant to allow the silicone sealant to cure. Install the differential housing cover. 1 Position the differential housing cover. 2 Install the bolts. c 4. ACAUTION: For Traction-Lok axles, rst ll the rear axle with 118 ml (4 oz) of Additive Friction Modier C8AZ-193546-A or equivalent meeting Ford specication EST-M2C118-A. Note: Service rell capacities are determined by lling the rear axle with the specied lubricant to the level shown in the illustration. Fill the rear axle with 1.8 liters (3.75 pints) of lubricant and install the ll plug. 0 Use SAE 80W90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL or equivalent meeting Ford specication WSP-M2C197-A. 5. Note: If equipped with air suspension, reactivate the system. Lower the vehicle.