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Timken DRK311L Axle Differential Bearing and Seal Kit - Rear
| Brand | Timken DRK311L |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear |
| Fits | Ford and Mercury · 16 vehicles |
Rebuild kit. Contains the bearings and seals needed to complete the job.
Master kit version. DT Components kits are available in standard and master kit options.
Timken DRK311L Axle Differential Bearing and Seal Kit
Timken DRK311L is a rear axle differential bearing and seal kit for service work on select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln applications with an 8.8-inch ring gear. It provides the bearings and seals needed for differential rebuild service, with fitment coverage that includes the Ford F-150, Explorer, Explorer Sport Trac, and Mercury Mountaineer.
Key Features
- Rear axle differential bearing and seal kit for service and rebuild work
- Fits 8.8-inch ring gear applications listed below
- Standard kit configuration
- Timken DT Components rebuild kit under part number DRK311L
- Coverage for Ford F-150, Ford Explorer, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and Mercury Mountaineer
Fitment Details
- Fits 2009-2015 Ford F-150, rear; fits 8.8 inch ring gear, suitable for standard kit.
- Fits 2008-2010 Ford Explorer, rear; 8.8 in. ring gear, independent rear suspension; standard kit.
- Fits 2008-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, rear; 8.8 in. ring gear, independent rear suspension; standard kit.
- Fits 2008-2010 Mercury Mountaineer, rear; 8.8 in. ring gear, independent rear suspension; standard kit.
What This Kit Helps Address
- Rear differential bearing noise
- Gear oil seepage at differential seals
- Wear found during axle service or rebuilds
- Maintenance on 8.8-inch ring gear rear axles
- Restoration of differential service components during teardown
Installation Notes
Confirm axle configuration, ring gear size, and rear suspension type before ordering. This part number is listed for rear applications only, and the fitment notes should be matched to the vehicle exactly. Professional differential setup procedures are recommended during installation to ensure proper bearing preload and seal seating.
Quality Assurance
Timken markets differential, transfer case, and transmission service kits through the DT Components line. DRK311L is a DT Components rebuild kit that includes the bearings and seals needed for the job, and it is identified as a standard kit rather than a master kit.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Ford | F-150 | Rear | Fits 8.8 inch ring gear, suitable for standard kit. |
| 2014 | Ford | F-150 | Rear | Fits 8.8 inch ring gear, suitable for standard kit. |
| 2013 | Ford | F-150 | Rear | Fits 8.8 inch ring gear, suitable for standard kit. |
| 2012 | Ford | F-150 | Rear | Fits 8.8 inch ring gear, suitable for standard kit. |
| 2011 | Ford | F-150 | Rear | Fits 8.8 inch ring gear, suitable for standard kit. |
| 2010 | Ford | Explorer | Rear | 8.8 in. Ring Gear - Independent Rear Suspension; Standard Kit |
| 2010 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | Rear | 8.8 in. Ring Gear - Independent Rear Suspension; Standard Kit |
| 2010 | Ford | F-150 | Rear | Fits 8.8 inch ring gear, suitable for standard kit. |
| 2010 | Mercury | Mountaineer | Rear | 8.8 in. Ring Gear - Independent Rear Suspension; Standard Kit |
| 2009 | Ford | Explorer | Rear | 8.8 in. Ring Gear - Independent Rear Suspension; Standard Kit |
| 2009 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | Rear | 8.8 in. Ring Gear - Independent Rear Suspension; Standard Kit |
| 2009 | Ford | F-150 | Rear | Fits 8.8 inch ring gear, suitable for standard kit. |
| 2009 | Mercury | Mountaineer | Rear | 8.8 in. Ring Gear - Independent Rear Suspension; Standard Kit |
| 2008 | Ford | Explorer | Rear | 8.8 in. Ring Gear - Independent Rear Suspension; Standard Kit |
| 2008 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | Rear | 8.8 in. Ring Gear - Independent Rear Suspension; Standard Kit |
| 2008 | Mercury | Mountaineer | Rear | 8.8 in. Ring Gear - Independent Rear Suspension; Standard Kit |
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