1998-2012 Ford Ranger Rear Differential Gasket Replacement
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- čas přidán 5. 09. 2024
- This video will show you how to replace the rear differential cover gasket and change the differential fluid on a 1998-2012 Ford Ranger. This is a simple procedure that can be done with simple hand tools.
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I like the grease on the gasket.
Makes for easy clean-up the next time a change is made.
My Ford Ranger has 322,000 miles on it!
Maintenence is how that is done!
I also use Militec-1 in all my oil for machinery and guns.
Thanks for watching. Steve and I like our Fords...lol
Why re-use fluid?🤔 what if there is metal shaving in the fluid?
I kinda agree. Not worth the risk.
We had just changed it
Excellent . . . Thank you . Very clear and precise . No waffle . . . Just subscribed . .👍
Awesome, thank you!
I just noticed my 2011 Ranger is pretty wet on the bottom of the rearend.thanks for the video
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Don’t forget there’s an outlet for overflow on the rear axle.
I can't believe you reused the fluid. It seems dark
Hi Thomas we typically would not have done that, but this is my dad's truck and we literally just replaced the rear end fluid a couple of months prior to this video, so we knew that it was ok.
Yeah sure doesn't look like it it looks kind of old and dirty. But I was a little surprised that putting Grease all over a new gasket to hold it in place.
That’s why my rangers taking forever in the shop they are making CZcams videos with it lol jk take a joke thanks for the video it always helps before you work on something
Thanks for watching. Hope this helps you out.
What kind of grease did you use? I was going to try without grease but it seems to make the job easier.
Red grease is all purpose grease they are color coated
@@devonbaker8901 I have marine grease - multi purpose can i use that ?
It was just wheel bearing grease.
Air tool reminds me of the dentist drill 😳
lol..Thanks for watching
So I have an 06 ranger and noticed a lot of fluid on the differential. Should I just replace the gasket? Thanks very much!
If there is a leak from around the edges of the cover it may be time to replace the gasket.
I would loosen and tighten in a crisscrossing star pattern, to keep any edge from lifting.
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Awesome! How many miles to change differential?
Most car manufacturers recommend every 30,000-60,000 check the owner's manual it should state the recommended interval. If you do a lot of off roading and swap it you may want to do every 15,000 hope this helps you out..Tony
I have 300,000 miles on mine and may have the original fluid. Is it safe to change the fluid now or should I just let it go?
@@jrock5582 I just hit 355k and it started to leak....so its probably a good time to do it.
How long does this job take typically?
It doe not take that long to replace the rear differential gasket on a Ford Ranger. Total job can usually be finished in under an hour. Hope this helps you out.
Hey man I’m subscribed and I have a question. Do you know why my e brake light is on. I have a Ford Expedition 2011
You may have a bad ground of bad connection on the circuit somewhere.
Do i have to use that specific grease ?
I have multi- purpose Marine Grease, can i use this instead ?
If you do not have grease it is fine you do not need it. All the grease does is help to hold the gasket in place and when you tighten the differential cover down it will ooze out so that you can physically see that all of the bolts have been tightened. Hope this helps to clear up any confusion.
Why no just use Army Grease?
Does the driveshaft need to be off to access the fill plug??
You should be able to access it with the driveshaft on
@@HomeOwnerRepair Yes, just in case anyone else wonders; you absolutely can. The driveshaft does not need to be off.
What size is it? I can’t seem to figure out if mine is a 7.5 or not. I got a 1999 xlt
Usually there is a tag (piece of metal) on the rear end cover that is stamped with the differential size. If you can find it, your local Ford dealer can run the VIN # for you and tell you what your truck came with. Hope this helps you out.
Is this the most common cause for a rear diff leak?
It usually happens with wear and tear and age.
i like gasket maker called right stuff never had it ever fail no need for a gasket
best stuff on the market never had no leaks cheaper than a gasket
That works well too.
Whats the torque spec for the bolts once gasket is replaced?
Funny enough, the repair manual doesn't even state a torque, just "do not overtighten" :)
I saw for another model car it was 10 but idk if it's the same
Not sure however if you Google your specific year, make and model truck you should be able to find the torque specs online. Hope this helps you out.
Why did you disconnect the driveshaft?
It made it easier to get the drain bolt undone but can be done without doing so
He was doing u joints for a different video
We were doing more auto repairs on this truck.
Why in the world would you go through this process and reuse the old, dirty, unfiltered oil????
It was changed not that long ago.
Why would you use the same oil ridiculous looks dirty old oil
It has been changed.