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Old May 16, 2017 | 11:03 AM
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Friction modifier for Electronic Locking Diff?

Good morning,

I have read my owner's manual for a 2016 F-250 Lariat and it doesn't identify a LS friction modifier for the electronic locking rear diff in list of fluids needed. I am planning to replace diff cover and need to order oil.

Do I need to add 8 oz of the Ford XL-3 friction modifier to the 75W-140 syn gear oil?

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Old May 16, 2017 | 11:28 AM
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Old May 16, 2017 | 01:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Ron94150
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Thanks, Ron! I am going to use the Motorcraft oil also.
 
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Is anyone using a synthetic 80W-90 gear oil in front axle instead of the Motorcraft standard gear oil?
 
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Old May 16, 2017 | 09:17 PM
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I just did my diffs with lucas 75/140 full synthetic. Mine is an older non locker with a LS that got rebuilt with new clutches so I had to add the friction additive
 
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Is anyone using a synthetic 80W-90 gear oil in front axle instead of the Motorcraft standard gear oil?
I have used Amsoil Severe Gear Diff fluids for years. Can't say enough about the product.
 
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Amsoil is what went in mine after the gear swap.
 
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