SKF SDK316-E Axle Differential Bearing and Seal Kit - Rear

Rear Differential Seal & Bearing Kit

SKF SDK316-E is a rear axle differential seal and bearing kit built for service work on select Ford and Lincoln applications. It is centered around the bearing and seal components needed for a rear differential repair, with dimensions that support accurate setup and sealing performance.

Compatible With Ford Expedition, Ford Transit-150, Ford Transit-250, Ford Transit-350, Ford Transit-350 HD, and Lincoln Navigator rear axle applications listed below. This kit is also referenced by part number SDK316-E for ordering and catalog lookup.

Key Features

• Inside diameter: 11.500
• Width: 2.500
• Bearing type: DIFF4TP
• SKF bearing components include matching cones and cups
• Seals are made to SKF standards with Bore-Tite coating for improved sealing performance
• Designed for rear differential service on select Ford and Lincoln vehicles

Product Line Details

SKF Differential Seal & Bearing Kits are built as complete driveline service kits for differential, transfer case, and transmission repairs. The line focuses on matched bearing and seal components that meet or exceed original equipment specifications, helping support a proper repair on rear axle service jobs.

Part number SDK316-E is used for rear differential service on applications such as the Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator, as well as select Ford Transit rear axle configurations.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2015-2022 Ford Expedition, Rear
• Fits 2021-2022 Ford Transit-150, Rear
• Fits 2021-2022 Ford Transit-250, Rear
• Fits 2021-2022 Ford Transit-350, Rear
• Fits 2021-2022 Ford Transit-350 HD, Rear
• Fits 2022 Lincoln Navigator, Rear
• Fits 2016-2020 Lincoln Navigator, Rear
• Fits 2015-2020 Ford Transit-150, Rear, 9.75" Ring Gear
• Fits 2015-2020 Ford Transit-250, Rear, 9.75" Ring Gear
• Fits 2015-2020 Ford Transit-350, Rear, 9.75" Ring Gear
• Fits 2015-2020 Ford Transit-350 HD, Rear, 9.75" Ring Gear
• Fits 2015-2016 Ford Transit-150, Rear, 9.75'' Ring Gear
• Fits 2015-2016 Ford Transit-250, Rear, 9.75'' Ring Gear
• Fits 2015-2016 Ford Transit-350, Rear, 9.75'' Ring Gear
• Fits 2015-2016 Ford Transit-350 HD, Rear, 9.75'' Ring Gear

Common Repair Uses

• Rear differential bearing noise or rough operation
• Oil seepage at the differential seal area
• Service replacement during axle teardown and rebuild
• Wear-related bearing and seal deterioration in high-mileage driveline service
• Rear axle maintenance on Ford Expedition, Ford Transit, and Lincoln Navigator models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify axle configuration, ring gear size, and model year before installation, especially on Ford Transit applications with 9.75" ring gear notes. Clean all sealing surfaces thoroughly and inspect the differential housing, bearings, and related components for wear before reassembly. Use proper setup procedures for bearing preload and gear contact pattern during differential service.

Quality Assurance

SKF manufactures this kit to meet or exceed original equipment specifications, using premium bearings with matched cones and cups and seals built to SKF standards. The Bore-Tite coated seal design supports consistent sealing performance in rear axle service.

This part cross-references 145818024 and 975918024 for the same application.