2006 Ford F-150

2006 FORD F-150
58,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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FORDTRUCK2006
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How do I change the rear differntial fluid and is there a lot of work involved?
Jan 18, 2011 at 4:47 PM
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FORD MAN
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Should be a drain plug (3/8's square drive) on the bottom of the diff. . If not....loosen bolts on cover, starting at the bottom & working your way up....ya may have to pry with a small screwdriver to break gasket loose. Not much work, just smelly & messy !

Ford Man in Michigan
Jan 18, 2011 at 6:03 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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It is a simple job. I just wrote a how to which is posted on our homepage under the DIY section.

Let me know if you have further problems.

Joe
Feb 3, 2011 at 7:51 PM
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