Drivetrain - Rear Drive Axle Vent Leak

TSB 12-8-15

08/29/12

REAR DRIVE AXLE VENT - OIL LEAK

FORD:
2011-2013 Mustang

ISSUE
Some 2011-2013 Mustang vehicles with the rear axle vent on the left (driver) side may exhibit a fluid leak from the rear axle vent.

ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure to correct the condition.

SERVICE PROCEDURE

1. Inspect the rear drive axle assembly for an oil leak from the rattle cap vent located on the left side of the vehicle.

a. If oil is dripping from the axle tube vent proceed to Step 2.

b. If only light oil residue is around the rattle cap vent, this is a normal condition. This article does not apply.

2. Remove the rattle cap vent from the axle tube. Clean any oil residue from the axle tube using Motorcraft� Metal Brake Parts Cleaner.

3. Apply Motorcraft(R) Thread Sealant with PTFE to rattle cap vent threads, reinstall the rattle cap vent and torque to 20 N.m (15 lb-ft).

4. Check fluid level and set the level 5 mm (3/16") below the fill hole.





Parts Block

OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: 12-05-08

WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage Warranty/ESP coverage limits/policies/prior approvals are not altered by a TSB. Warranty/ESP coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part and verified using the OASIS part coverage tool.

OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME

120815A 2011-2013 Mustang: 0.4 Hr.
Inspect, Clean And Reseal
The Rear Axle Vent,
Includes Time To Adjust
Fluid Level (Do Not Use
With Any Other Labor
Operations)

DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
4010 42





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