Ford Explorer: 96 xlt front diff change?

We had the rear seal on the front diff replaced because it was dripping diff
fluid. As part of the replacement, the dealer had to of course refill the
front diff with fluid. I think it's the same fluid as with the rear diff.

"Zam Karmen" <com> wrote in message
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Same fluid, yes. However, you must verify in your manual that your rear
axle
doesn't require the Ford friction modifier additive, if it's Limited Slip.


"Mike Mayer" <netcom.com> wrote in message
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"IanCT" <hotmail.com> wrote in
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I replaced the rear oil (I used royal purple which the mfg states DOES
contain the friction modifier requied by Ford for LSD differentials). It
was a pain but I perservered. So, I was curious specifically about the
Front diff which in some references suggests it's sealed for life and does
NOT require replacement. Given how difficult it is to access (behind the
steering linkage), I'd rather not do it, but then again...

Zammer