Timken DRK316 Axle Differential Bearing and Seal Kit - Rear

Timken DRK316 Differential Bearing Kit

Timken DRK316 is an axle differential bearing and seal kit for rear applications on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury trucks and SUVs with a 9.75 in. ring gear. It is built for differential service work where the bearings and seals need to be replaced during a rebuild or repair.

Key Features

• Axle differential bearing and seal kit for rear differential service
• For 9.75 in. ring gear applications with a 2.688 in. OD pinion tail cup on select models
• Standard kit configuration
• Timken DT Components rebuild kit format
• Fits 1997-1999 Ford F-150, 1997-1999 Ford Expedition, and 1998-1999 Lincoln Navigator rear applications

Detailed Description

Timken DRK316 is a rear axle differential bearing and seal kit used for servicing select Ford F-150, Ford Expedition, Ford E-150 Econoline, Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon, and Lincoln Navigator models. Timken markets these differential service kits under the DT Components line, which packages the bearings and seals needed for differential rebuild work. This part number is the standard kit version for the listed 9.75 in. ring gear applications.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Rear differential bearing noise
• Gear oil seepage at differential seals
• Wear found during axle teardown
• Service replacement during differential rebuilds
• Restoration of proper bearing support in the rear axle assembly

Installation Notes

Verify the rear axle configuration, ring gear size, and pinion tail cup dimensions before ordering. This kit is listed for 9.75 in. ring gear applications and should be matched to the vehicle’s differential specification. Professional differential setup procedures are recommended, including correct bearing preload, backlash, and seal installation.

Quality Assurance

Timken’s DT Components kits are organized for differential, transfer case, and transmission service work, with rebuild kits that include the bearings and seals needed for the job.

Compatible Vehicles

• Fits 1999 Ford E-150 Econoline, Rear - 9.75 in. Ring Gear; 2.688 in. OD Pinion Tail Cup; Standard Kit
• Fits 1999 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon, Rear - 9.75 in. Ring Gear; 2.688 in. OD Pinion Tail Cup; Standard Kit
• Fits 1999 Ford Expedition, Rear - 9.75 in. Ring Gear; 2.688 in. OD Pinion Tail Cup; Standard Kit
• Fits 1999 Ford F-150, Rear - 9.75 in. Ring Gear; 2.688 in. OD Pinion Tail Cup; Standard Kit
• Fits 1998-1999 Lincoln Navigator, Rear - 9.75 in. Ring Gear; 2.688 in. OD Pinion Tail Cup; Standard Kit
• Fits 1997-1998 Ford E-150 Econoline, Rear - Axle Differential Bearing and Seal Kit; 9.75 in. Ring Gear; Standard Kit
• Fits 1997-1998 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon, Rear - Axle Differential Bearing and Seal Kit; 9.75 in. Ring Gear; Standard Kit
• Fits 1997-1998 Ford Expedition, Rear - Axle Differential Bearing and Seal Kit; 9.75 in. Ring Gear; Standard Kit
• Fits 1997-1998 Ford F-150, Rear - Axle Differential Bearing and Seal Kit; 9.75 in. Ring Gear; Standard Kit