What parts are shown between the axle shaft and the housing on a Ford 9-inch rear axle?

The diagram shows the axle retainer plate, axle retainer plate gasket, axle bearing, and axle seal installed along the axle shaft before it enters the housing.

Does the diagram show a vent on the axle?

Yes, a vent is labeled on the axle housing tube near the top right of the diagram.

Does this document list torque specs or part numbers?

No. It is a labeled exploded illustration only, with no torque values, part numbers, or year/model applicability shown.

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Ford 9-Inch Rear Axle Exploded Diagram - Differential & Pinion Parts Layout

Exploded view of a rear axle and differential with labeled bearings, gears and seals

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Exploded parts diagram of a rear axle assembly labeling axle bearings, pinion gears, carrier bearings, shims and seals.

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This document is an exploded parts diagram of a Ford 9-inch rear axle assembly, credited "Copyright FoMoCo." The illustration shows the complete rear axle in three exploded groupings: (1) the axle housing and axle shaft assembly with labeled callouts for the axle retainer plate, axle retainer plate gasket, axle bearing, axle seal, and housing vent; (2) the differential carrier/center section showing the ring gear, differential case, carrier bearings (both sides), long pinion shaft, pinion gears with pinion gear washers, left and right side gears with side gear washers, and the housing/carrier casting; and (3) the pinion support assembly showing pinion shims, pinion retainer O-ring, pilot bearing, pinion gear, inner pinion bearing, pinion retainer, outer pinion bearing, oil slinger, seal, and flange. A reader can learn the correct order and relative position of every major component in a Ford 9-inch rear end, which is useful when disassembling or rebuilding the axle, replacing axle bearings and seals, setting up the differential, or servicing the pinion support. The diagram contains no torque specifications, part numbers, or year/model applicability text — it is purely a labeled visual reference for component identification and assembly sequence.

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Frequently asked questions

What parts are shown between the axle shaft and the housing on a Ford 9-inch rear axle?: The diagram shows the axle retainer plate, axle retainer plate gasket, axle bearing, and axle seal installed along the axle shaft before it enters the housing.
What components make up the pinion support assembly in this diagram?: Pinion shims, pinion retainer O-ring, pilot bearing, pinion gear, inner pinion bearing, pinion retainer, outer pinion bearing, oil slinger, seal, and flange.
What is inside the differential carrier according to this diagram?: The carrier contains the long pinion shaft, pinion gears with pinion gear washers, left and right side gears with side gear washers, and carrier bearings on each side.
Does the diagram show a vent on the axle?: Yes, a vent is labeled on the axle housing tube near the top right of the diagram.
Does this document list torque specs or part numbers?: No. It is a labeled exploded illustration only, with no torque values, part numbers, or year/model applicability shown.