Timken DRK316BMK Axle Differential Bearing and Seal Kit - Rear

Timken DRK316BMK Differential Bearing Kit

Timken DRK316BMK is an axle differential bearing and seal kit for rear axle service on select Ford, Lincoln, and Lincoln truck applications. It supplies the bearings and seals needed for differential rebuild work, with master kit coverage for the listed 9.75 in. ring gear applications.

Key Features

• Axle differential bearing and seal kit for rear driveline service
• Master kit configuration for the listed applications
• Built for 9.75 in. ring gear rear axle setups
• Fits 2011-2014 Ford Expedition, rear, 9.75 in. ring gear - 3.73 axle ratio; master kit
• Fits 2007-2011 Ford F-150, rear, 9.75 in. ring gear; master kit
• Fits 2011 Lincoln Navigator, rear, 9.75 in. ring gear - 3.73 axle ratio; master kit
• Fits 2007-2010 Lincoln Navigator, rear, 9.75 in. ring gear; master kit
• Fits 2007-2008 Lincoln Mark LT, rear, 9.75 in. ring gear; master kit

Detailed Description

Timken DRK316BMK is a rear differential service kit for vehicles using the 9.75 inch ring gear configuration. It is listed for Ford Expedition, Ford F-150, Lincoln Navigator, and Lincoln Mark LT applications, including 3.73 axle ratio coverage where noted. This part number, DRK316BMK, is a master kit version that includes the bearings and seals required for differential rebuild service. This part cross-references SKF SDK316-BMK for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Rear differential bearing noise
• Oil seepage at differential seals
• Wear found during axle rebuild service
• Service replacement for a 9.75 in. ring gear rear axle
• Restoration of differential smoothness after teardown

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the axle ratio, ring gear size, and rear axle configuration before ordering. Match the vehicle application exactly, since the listed fitment includes both standard 9.75 in. ring gear and 3.73 axle ratio notes. Professional differential setup is recommended, including correct bearing preload and gear pattern checks during reassembly.

Quality Assurance

Timken markets differential, transfer case, and transmission kits through DT Components. DT Components rebuild kits are packaged with the bearings and seals needed to complete the job, and master kit versions are identified by the MK suffix.