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Question: REAR AXLE FLUID VISCOSITY

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Visitor, 5.4L V8, Welcome, MD, July 28, 2010, 04:43

WHAT REAR AXLE FLUID VISCOSITY IS REQ.?

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  • Answer #1

    fernando July 28, 2010, 09:25
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    There are two types of rear axle available.
    8.8-9.75 inch axle, use SAE 75W-140 5.50 pints (2.6 liters)
    10.25 inch axle, SAE 75W-90 use 6.5 pints (3.1 liters).

    It is very important to check the tag located on the differential to determine if the rear end gear is a Positraction (Limited Slip Differential) or not.

    There is not need to check or replace the fluid unless there is a leak or has been submerged in water. The refill capacity is determined by filling the axle to 1/4 - 9/16 inch (6-14 millimeters) below the bottom of the filler hole.

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    Deaner November 13, 2010, 06:13
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    Rear axle sae75w140 Motorcraft High Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant. They are called Differentials. Hope this helps. Good luck. The front differential takes 75w90 High Performance Synthetic Lubricant.

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