Help keep gear lubricant sealed inside the axle with the FEL-PRO axle housing cover gasket, part number RDS 55341, a rectangular 10-bolt-hole gasket that seals the joint between the rear axle housing and its cover. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1983-2014 Ford F-150, 1986-2014 Ford Mustang and 1991-2003 Ford Explorer. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list of applications.
Fel-Pro designs its gaskets for the real-world repair environment, where sealing surfaces are not always perfect. They are made with proprietary materials and are intended to deliver a reliable seal even on troublesome applications.
- Application-specific design: shaped for the listed applications and validated for fit, form and function.
- OE-level quality: built to match or surpass all original equipment specifications, using Fel-Pro's proprietary design, engineering and manufacturing processes.
- Specifications: paper material, rectangular shape, 10 mounting holes, 0.027 in thick, premium grade.
- Country of origin: United States.
Signs this gasket may need replacing include gear oil seeping around the edge of the rear axle cover, wet residue on the housing, or a low lubricant level found during service. The listed applications use one gasket. Clean both mating surfaces thoroughly, then follow the vehicle service information for the correct fasteners, tightening sequence and refill procedure.
Interchange: 36024 · 2L1Z4033CA · E3AZ4033A · E6AZ4033A · F0TZ4033A · F4TZ4033A · F4ZZ4033A · F8AZ4033AA · P27608TC · 755176 · DS14231 · 711481000
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
36024, 2L1Z4033CA, E3AZ4033A, E6AZ4033A, F0TZ4033A, F4TZ4033A, F4ZZ4033A, F8AZ4033AA, P27608TC, 755176, DS14231, 711481000
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the FEL-PRO RDS 55341 gasket do?
It seals the joint between the rear axle housing and its cover. This helps keep the axle's gear lubricant inside the housing and contaminants out.
Does this axle cover gasket fit my 1983-2014 Ford F-150?
It is listed for the 1983-2014 Ford F-150 with all engines. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section to confirm your exact vehicle.
What are the gasket's specifications?
It is a paper gasket with a rectangular shape, 10 mounting holes and a thickness of 0.027 in. Its country of origin is the United States.
What are signs the axle cover gasket is failing?
Common signs are gear oil seeping around the rear axle cover edge or wet residue on the housing. Confirm the source of the leak before replacing the gasket.
How many gaskets do I need, and how is it installed?
The listed applications use one gasket. Clean both mating surfaces, then follow the service information for the correct fasteners, torque sequence and lubricant refill.
