LESSON 2: CHASSIS
Driveline System
Rear Differential
The Explorer and Mountaineer driveline system is similar to that of the 2003 Aviator. It uses a Dana 30 front
differential. The rear differential is an 8.8-inch Ford axle.
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Features of the driveline system include:
– A 3.55 axle ratio on 2WD vehicles.
– A 3.73 axle ratio on 4WD vehicles.
– New bushings.
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12-AUG-03
2004 Explorer/Mountaineer New Model Technician Training