What kind of fluid do you put in a rear differential?
There are two types of differential fluid. One is mineral oil, which is a natural, crude oil-based fluid. The other is synthetic differential fluid, which is created in a lab. As with all synthetic oils, synthetic differential fluid oils can be fine-tuned for optimal performance.
How much differential fluid do I need Ford Ranger?
The owner’s manual for the 2019 model year states 80W-90 fluid and 3.04 pints for a locking axle.
What kind of gear oil does a ford ranger take?
SAE 75W-90 Synthetic API GL-5 Dexron Gear Oil by ACDelco®.
How many quarts does a 3.0 ford ranger take?
The ford ranger 3.0L has an oil capacity of 4.5 Quarts.
Is it bad to overfill differential?
Actually, there is one reason to overfill the diff. If you have rotated the differential upward to use a Double Cardan rear driveshaft, you rotate the pinion too high to keep the bearings bathed in fluid. Again, it can result in leaking at the axle seals but that’s better than fried pinion bearings.
What kind of fluid does a Ford Ranger use?
On models with the rear locking differential use only locking differential fluid part No. ESP-M2C154-A or it’s equivalent, and add 4oz of friction modifier. The FX4 Level II Ford Ranger calls for 75W-140 synthetic lubricant. The fluid level in the drive axles should be checked at each oil change.
Where is the fluid filler plug on a Ford Ranger?
Like the manual transmission which is available, the rear axle does not have a dipstick to check fluid level. Instead, a filler plug is located in the side of the housing (or in the side of the cover), at a level just barely above the level to which fluid should fill the housing. To Check The Fluid Level:
What kind of rear axle does a Ford Ranger have?
Dana M220: All 2019 – Present Ford Ranger’s come with a Dana Advantek M220 (220mm) rear axle. Click HERE for more Dana Advantek M220 Information & Specifications. Both axles use (10) bolts to hold on the cover, but there is an obvious difference in their shape.
How often should I change my front axle fluid?
Drain and refill the drive axle housings every 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or any time the vehicle is driven in high water (up to the axle). Although some fluid can be removed using a suction gun, the best method is to remove the axle housing cover (if equipped) to ensure that all of any present contaminants are removed.
