{"product_id":"dorman-600-235xd-power-take-off-unit-ptu-assembly","title":"Dorman 600-235XD Power Take Off Unit (PTU) Assembly","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOE FIX PTU Assembly for Ford, Lincoln, Mazda, and Mercury\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 600-235XD is a newly manufactured power take off unit assembly engineered for select Ford, Lincoln, Mazda, and Mercury vehicles. It addresses common PTU failure patterns tied to heat-related lubricant breakdown and cold-weather seal degradation, with a redesigned housing that adds a heatshield and a drain plug for serviceable lubricant changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatented Dorman OE FIX PTU assembly for direct replacement use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdded heatshield helps reduce internal operating temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrain plug allows easier gearbox lubricant replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpgraded seals are designed for improved cold-weather durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum construction with anodized silver finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpline input shaft and spline output shaft design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSquare flange output shaft mount with 4 bolt holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7 mounting bolt holes for installation alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dorman 600-235XD PTU assembly is built for drivers and fleet operators who need a more durable replacement for the factory power take off unit on affected Ford Fusion, Lincoln MKZ, Mazda CX-9, Mercury Milan, and Lincoln Zephyr applications. The original PTU can suffer from overheated lubricant in high-temperature operation or seal failure in cold conditions, which can lead to noise, odor, and internal damage. This replacement uses a redesigned aluminum housing, anodized finish, and upgraded sealing strategy to improve long-term serviceability. The Dorman 600-235XD also includes a drain plug, making lubricant service more straightforward than on many original units.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With 2007-2015 Mazda CX-9, 2006-2012 Ford Fusion, 2007-2012 Lincoln MKZ, 2006-2010 Mercury Milan, and 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. This part number, 600-235XD, is a direct-fit PTU assembly for these applications and is commonly searched by owners addressing driveline noise, lubricant leakage, or PTU overheating concerns.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Issues This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetallic rattling or gear noise from the PTU area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBurnt or natural gas-like odor from beneath the vehicle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil leakage caused by failed factory seals in cold weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat-related lubricant breakdown inside the PTU\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal PTU damage that makes rebuilding impractical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle fitment by year, make, and model before ordering. This PTU assembly uses a spline input shaft, spline output shaft, square flange output shaft mount, and 7 mounting bolt holes, so matching the original driveline configuration is important. Follow factory service procedures for removal, installation, and lubricant filling, and inspect surrounding driveline components for wear before completing the repair. For search reference, this application is often listed for Ford Fusion, Lincoln MKZ, and Mazda CX-9 PTU replacement needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman OE FIX components are engineered as newly manufactured replacements with design updates aimed at improving serviceability and durability over the original part. Part number 600-235XD is built to address known PTU failure modes in select Ford, Lincoln, Mazda, and Mercury vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52778763616437,"sku":"BKKY-600-235XD","price":1656.42,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_600235XD_FRO.jpg?v=1783575943","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-600-235xd-power-take-off-unit-ptu-assembly","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}