2003 Ford Ranger Updated Differential Clutch Kit Available if Rear End Noise is Heard

If a noise from the rear end is heard when going around turns or after driving at highway speed for an extended period, this could be caused by a failing deferential clutch kit. An updated differential clutch kit available.

Affected Model Years

This issue affects Ford Ranger model years 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1999, 2000, 2003, 2004, 2006, .

25 people reported this problem

  • 2003 60,000 Miles
    whinning noise from rear end at low speeds

  • 2003 102,765 Miles
    Shaking real bad from the rear end sounded like it wasn't engaging properly.

  • 2003 160,000 Miles
    noise coming from rear end when turning 90 degrees at low speed. put on jack stands no noise running straight

  • 2003 0 Miles
    When driving down the road getting off the highway and on the way home.whinning noise sounds like a flat tire.

  • 2003 0 Miles
    I hear piping and grinding when I turn or go over bumps

  • 2003 0 Miles
    Clutch just gives out half way will not go in gear

  • 2003 117,548 Miles
    Noise heard only when clutch released

  • 2003 179,000 Miles
    rear end noise when driving slow in a circle, or right or left turns at slow speed, but never a noise going straight

  • 2003 164,000 Miles
    Load Humming sound coming from rear end. I've been told it needs a bearing kit for a Limited slip differential but I don't know where I can get this repaired.. Don't want to go to a dealer..

  • 2003 170,000 Miles
    Rear end noise comes and goes