The 2001 Ford F-150 useS75W-140 gear oil in the rear differential. This is a much thicker fluid than what You would expect to find in an engine or transmission because it is a much more confined area that can get very hot. A thinner oil would break down much faster against the gears so a thicker oil should be used. I recommend that You change Your differential fluid every 30,000 miles to keep the gears in the rear end protected and free from damage. The rear differential is the laSTSet of gears that the engine's power goes through before it reaches the tires and that can put a lot of stress and strain on the gears so it is important to keep them lubricated.
Eliza R.
April 9, 2020
The rear differential fluid type on a 2001 ford f150 is 75w-140 gl-5.
Trevor Taylor
February 22, 2024
Is this the same for the front diff?
Mike.E.
July 10, 2023
Synthetic
Mark Hendricks
August 10, 2022
Synthetic or standard
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