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Rear Drive Axle/differential: Specifications Ford Thunderbird XI

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

DescriptionMmInches
Clearance, Tolerance & Adjustments
Maximum Differential Case Runout0.0760.003
Maximum Pinion Stem Runout0.0760.003
Backlash Between Ring Gear Teeth & Pinion Teeth0.127-0.2280.005-0.009
Maximum Backlash Variation Between Teeth0.0760.003
Available Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment Shim In Steps Of: 0.0254 mm (0.001 inch) 8.8-inch axle0.254-0.9650.010-0.038
Maximum Housing Spread0.7620.030
Carrier Bearing Preload Shim0.1520.006
Carrier Bearing LH Shim6.730.265

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Capacities

LitersPints
1.4(1) 3.0
(1) Use SAE 75W -140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A. Fill the rear axle 3-5 mm (1/8-3/16 inch) from the bottom of filler hole.
(1)Use SAE 75W -140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A. Fill the rear axle 3-5 mm (1/8-3/16 inch) from the bottom of filler hole.

CAPACITIES

ItemSpecification
Lubricants/Sealants
Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-CESA-M1C75-B
Threadlock(R) and Sealer E0AZ-19554-AAWSK-M2G351-A5
SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant F1TZ-19580-BWSL-M2C192-A
Silicone Rubber D6AZ-19562-AAESB-M4G92-A
Stud and Bearing Mount E0AZ-19554-BAWSK-M2G349-A1
Pipe Sealant with Teflonr D8AZ-19554-AWSK-M2G350-A2
SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil XO-5W30-QSPWSS-M2C153-G

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

DescriptionN.mLb-ftLb-in
Bearing Cap Bolt10577
Differential Pinion Shaft Lock Bolt3022
Ring Gear Bolt (1)10577
Differential Housing Cover Retaining Bolt3224
Filler Plug3425
Rear Differential Front Lower Insulator Nut7052
Rear Axle Differential Front Lower Insulator Nuts & Bolts7052
Rear Axle Differential Rear Insulator Bolt10376
Pinion Bearing Preload1.8-3.216-29
Driveshaft Adjuster Nut9066
(1) Use Stud and Bearing Mount E0AZ-19554-BA or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSK-M2G349-A1.
(1)Use Stud and Bearing Mount E0AZ-19554-BA or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSK-M2G349-A1.

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS