How do I know what rear end is in my f150?

Open the front door on the driver’s side. Locate the Truck Safety Compliance Certification Label on the door pillar near the door latch. Locate the two-digit code in the box labeled “AXLE,” which is just below the bar code. Match the code on the label to the corresponding rear axle ratio.

What is the differential on a Ford F 150?

The electronic locking differential on Ford F-150 is a device housed in the rear axle, and when activated, allows both wheels on a specific axle to turn at the same speed. The electronic locking differential can provide additional traction should your vehicle become stuck.

How much does it cost to repair a rear differential?

A typical rear differential repair costs anywhere between $200 and $400. These typical repairs would include your bearing, seals, and fluid changes. Of course, when a gear change is required, that’s when things get pricey. $1,500 is just the minimum you can expect to pay for new gears.

What happens if you don’t add limited slip additive?

Friction modifier makes the fluid “slicker” so without the additive the limited slip clutches will grab and it will shudder going around tight turns. And yes, eventually it will destroy the clutches and render the limited slip useless.

How do you know if you have a limited slip differential?

The easiest way to tell if you have an open differential is to jack up the car and spin one of the rear tires. If the other wheel spins in the opposite direction, you have an open differential. If it spins in the same direction, you have a limited slip differential, or LSD.

How long does it take to fix a rear differential?

three to five hours
A complete rear differential replacement includes replacing the housing, gears, bearings, and seals. The average time it takes a certified mechanic to perform a differential rebuild at a shop is usually three to five hours. A rebuild on a commercial vehicle by someone without prior experience could take much longer.

How do I know what rear axle I have?

To figure out exactly what axle you have, you can look for the Dana stamped bill of materials number. This stamped number can usually be found on the righthand side or on the longer axletube on the same side of the tube as the differential cover, facing the rear of the truck.

How big is the rear axle on a Ford F150?

To receive a quote please select the appropriate year for your Ford F150. 9.75″ ring gear Base payload package (6 lug axles) w/o electric locking differential 3.73 ratio 9.75″ ring gear Base payload package (6 lug axles) w/o electric locking differential 3.31 ratio

Where is the rear differential on a Ford F-150?

This article applies to the Ford F-150 (2004-2014) and F-250, F-350 Super Duty (2005-2014). The rear differential is located within the rear axle and is the final step for power to reach the rear wheels. Most vehicles will come with an open differential in the rear which allows for one wheel…

What kind of noise does a Ford F150 make?

I just picked up a 2013 F150 XLT 5.0. When I drove it there seemed to be quite a bit of tire noise; or so I thought. Had a friend who is a big Ford truck fan drive it and he said it sounds like rear end noise not tire noise.

How do I know what rear end is in my f150? Open the front door on the driver’s side. Locate the Truck Safety Compliance Certification Label on the door pillar near the door latch. Locate the two-digit code in the box labeled “AXLE,” which is just below the bar code. Match the code on the…