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Dana 60/70




Dana 60/70Rear axle Types
Model 60-1U semi-floating axle or full-floating axle
Conventional or limited slip differential assemblies
Model 70-2U full-floating axle
Conventional or limited slip differential assemblies
Model 70TR full-floating axle
Conventional differential assembly


Lubricant Fill Level Checks
60-1U (a) 3.0 L (6.3 pints) - (a)
70-2U (b) 3.1 L (6.6 pints) - (c)
70HD (b) 3.5 L (7.4 pints) - (c)

(a) For a complete refill on Model 60 axles equipped with a limited-slip differential, add 21 C.L. (7 ounces) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A.

(b) For axles subject to frequent trailer towing, particularly in a hot or hilly area, use SAE 75W-140 High Performance Rear Axle Lubricant XY-75W140-QL or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A. For all other applications, use SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSP-M2C197-A.

(c) For a complete refill on Model 70 axles equipped with a limited-slip differential, add 0.163 L (5.5 ounces) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A.