2012 Ford Explorer Differentials

Essential 2012 Ford Explorer Differentials

FAG US – SHAFT SEAL (Part No.SS2852)

SHAFT SEAL

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$20.99
SHAFT SEAL

FAG US – SHAFT SEAL (Part No.SS2865)

SHAFT SEAL

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$15.99
SHAFT SEAL

Yukon Gear – Bearing Install Kit For Model 35 IFS Differential For The Ranger And Explorer (Part No.11084)

Bearing Install Kit For Model 35 IFS Differential For The Ranger And Explorer

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$282.99
Yukon Bearing installation kits are perfect for shops & builders who have shims on the shelf and are looking to save cost over a Master Overhaul kit. This kit uses Timken bearings and races along with all high quality small parts. kit includes carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, crush sleeve (if applicable), oil baffles and slingers (if applicable), marking compound and brush. Yukon does extensive research for each application to make sure your kit will arrive with all the correct parts you need to install your ring & pinion set.

Product Features:
  • Fits AMC Model 35 IFS
  • Included are carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, crush sleeve, marking compound and brush.
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Motive Gear – Differential Master Bearing Kit – Koyo (Part No.R8.8RMK)

Differential Master Bearing Kit - Koyo

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$126.99
Motive Gear Differential Bearing Kits Include Front & Rear Pinion Bearing, Pinion Seal, Carrier Bearings, Pilot Bearing Where Applicable, Gear Marking Compound, Crush Sleeve, Pinion Nut, Brush, Thread Locking Compound And Cover Gasket Or Rtv

Product Features:
  • KIT BRG&SL FORD MSTR 8.8
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Dorman – Differential Ring And Pinion Set (Part No.697-305)

Differential Ring And Pinion Set

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$321.99
This differential ring and pinion directly replaces the original equipment on specific vehicle years, makes and models.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this ring and pinion set matches the fit and function of the original components on certain vehicle applications.
  • Effective fix – eliminates grinding and whining from failed original bearings.
  • Thoroughly tested – vehicle try-on testing and rigorous quality control measures ensure longevity
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of designers and engineers in the United States
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Motive Gear – Differential Ring and Pinion (Part No.D35-456)

Differential Ring and Pinion

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$187.99


Product Features:
  • DANA-35 R/P 4.56 STD
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USA Standard Gear – Master Overhaul Kit for the Model 35 IFS Front Differential (Part No.37068)

Master Overhaul Kit for the Model 35 IFS Front Differential

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$329.99
USA Standard Master Overhaul kits let you finish your install with confidence. This kit uses Koyo bearings and races. Included are carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, complete shim kit, ring gear bolts, pinion nut, crush sleeve (if applicable), oil baffles and slingers (if applicable), threading locking compound, marking compound with brush and gasket.

Product Features:
  • Fits AMC Model 35 IFS
  • Uses Koyo bearings and races
  • Included are carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, axle seals, complete shim kit, ring gear bolts, pinion nut, crush sleeve, thread locker, marking compound with brush and gasket.
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Yukon Gear – Master Overhaul Kit Ford 8.8" IRS Differential, Suv’S With 3.250" OD Pinion Bearing Race (Part No.14155)

Master Overhaul Kit Ford 8.8" IRS Differential, Suv'S With 3.250" OD Pinion Bearing Race

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$419.99
Yukon Master Overhaul kits give you all the high quality parts you need to start & finish every differential job. Yukon offers more tailor-made kits than any other manufacturer in the industry to meet your specific installation needs. This kit uses Timken bearings and races along with high quality seals and small parts. Included in this kit are carrier bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, complete shim kit, ring gear bolts, pinion nut, crush sleeve (if applicable), oil baffles and slingers (if applicable), Thread locking compound, marking compound with brush, and gasket. Yukon’s Master Overhaul kits are the most comprehensive and complete kits on the market. They do extensive research to ensure that every kit is specially tailored to your application. Includes Supershims.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 8.8″ IRS in SUV applications
  • Included are Timken bearings and races, pinion bearings and races, pinion seal, complete shim kit, ring gear bolts, pinion nut, crush sleeve , thread locker, marking compound with brush, and gasket.
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Yukon Gear – Replacement Ring Gear Bolt For Model 35, Dana 25, 27, 30 & 44 – 3/8" X 24 (Part No.33038)

Replacement Ring Gear Bolt For Model 35, Dana 25, 27, 30 & 44 - 3/8" X 24

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$11.99
Replacement ring gear bolt for Model 35, Dana 25, 27, 30 & 44. 3/8″ x 24.

Product Features:
  • Ring gear bolt for Dana Spicer 25, 27, 30, 44 and AMC Model 35
  • 3/8″ x 24 thread
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Motive Gear – Ring Gear Bolt (Part No.D5AZ4216A)

Ring Gear Bolt

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$1.99


Product Features:
  • Ford 7.5″, 8.8″ Ring Gear Bolt
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Yukon Gear – Replacement Cross Pin Shaft For Standard Open Dana 30 (Part No.33316)

Replacement Cross Pin Shaft For Standard Open Dana 30

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$12.99
Product Features:
  • Cross pin shaft for Dana Spicer 30
  • Fits standard open differentials only
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Yukon Gear – 8.8" Ford 3/4" Notched Cross Pin Shaft (0.750", ’85 And Older) (Part No.33432)

8.8" Ford 3/4" Notched Cross Pin Shaft (0.750", '85 And Older)

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$78.99
8.8″ Ford 3/4″ Notched cross pin shaft (0.750″, ’85 and older). This cross pin shaft is not compatible with Powertrax Lock Rights or Spartan Lockers.

Product Features:
  • Cross pin shaft
  • Fits Ford 8.8″
  • 0.750″ diameter
  • Notched
  • Not compatible with Spartan Lockers or Lock Rights
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Motive Gear – Differential Mini Spool (Part No.MS88-31)

Differential Mini Spool

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$101.99


Product Features:
  • MINI SPOOL 8.8 FORD 31SPL
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Dorman – Differential Clutch Kit (Part No.697-780)

Differential Clutch Kit

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$262.99
This differential disc kit is a low-cost, time-saving repair solution for the posi-traction function. They are designed to match the fit and performance of the original disc on specific vehicle years, makes and models.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this differential clutch kit provides the necessary components for repairing the original equipment on specific vehicles.
  • Quality materials – all components are built for reliable longevity and performance.
  • Smart solution – provides original equipment fit and function for a competitive price compared to original manufacturer
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of designers and engineers in the United States
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Spartan – Drive Axle Assembly; Ford EXPLR TRAC 01-02 Axle (Part No.RAXP1831H)

Drive Axle Assembly; Ford EXPLR TRAC 01-02 Axle

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$1606.99
Remanufactured Rear Axle assemblies are completely disassembled, thoroughly cleaned and reassembled using new wear parts. Units are assembled, sealed & include backing plates, axle shafts & fluid.

Product Features:
  • Rear axles are assembled with backing plates & axle shafts, and filled with fluid prior to shipping
  • Axles are fully painted & shipped securely in environmentally safe and recyclable containers that are the perfect size for returning your original core
  • Our complete Rear axle assemblies mean you just hang brakes, connect suspension & go! Your installation will be simple and trouble free
  • Remember to match axle ratio to original. For 4WD rear axle must match front axle ratio
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Spartan – Drive Axle Assembly; FoMoCo SUV 96-00 Lockup Axle (Part No.RAXP1831E)

Drive Axle Assembly; FoMoCo SUV 96-00 Lockup Axle

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$1539.99
Remanufactured Rear Axle assemblies are completely disassembled, thoroughly cleaned and reassembled using new wear parts. Units are assembled, sealed & include backing plates, axle shafts & fluid.

Product Features:
  • Rear axles are assembled with backing plates & axle shafts, and filled with fluid prior to shipping
  • Axles are fully painted & shipped securely in environmentally safe and recyclable containers that are the perfect size for returning your original core
  • Our complete Rear axle assemblies mean you just hang brakes, connect suspension & go! Your installation will be simple and trouble free
  • Remember to match axle ratio to original. For 4WD rear axle must match front axle ratio
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Valvoline – High Performance Transmission & Differential Gear Oil: Conventional 80W-90, 1 Gallon (Part No.773732)

High Performance Transmission & Differential Gear Oil: Conventional 80W-90, 1 Gallon

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$32.99
Valvoline High Performance Synthetic Gear Oil is the thermally stabile extreme pressure lubricant that offers outstanding protection for gearboxes and differentials in passenger cars, light trucks, and sport utility vehicles. Combined with high quality synthetic base oils, our formula’s superior additives help reliably safeguard against severe temperatures, shock loads, foaming, scuffing, scouring, corrosion and pitting in high load, high torque and high horsepower conditions. Can be used in conventional and limited slip hypoid differentials where GL-5 is specified as well as non-synchronized manual transmissions that require GL-4. Protect your gears with Valvoline, the #1 gear oil brand.

Product Features:
  • HIGH PERFORMANCE EXTREME-PRESSURE ADDITIVES HELP MINIMIZE WEAR in high pressure and high temperature conditions
  • EXCEPTIONAL HIGH AND LOW TEMPERATURE PROTECTION can easily handle both winter and summer conditions for dependable coverage and protection year-round
  • REDUCES CHATTERING AND PROTECTS GEAR TEETH from oxidation, rust, and wear
  • FIGHTS CORROSION AND RUST with emulsifying agents and safeguards against impurities, oxidation and thermal breakdown
  • SUPERIOR ADDITIVES help reliably safeguard against severe temperatures, shock loads, foaming, scuffing, scouring, corrosion and pitting in high load, high torque and high horsepower conditions
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Valvoline – Transfer Case Fluid, 1 Quart (Part No.855459)

Transfer Case Fluid, 1 Quart

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Valvoline Multi-Vehicle Transfer Case Fluid is a full synthetic product meeting the performance needs for transfer cases recommending Ford XL-12 and GM Auto Trak II specifications or ATF fluids (DEX/MERC, ATF +4, etc).

Product Features:
  • Recommended for use in most Ford, GM and FCA (Dodge, Jeep) models
  • Formulated to help prevent gear wear and protect against rust and corrosion
  • Formulated to deliver enhanced protection against deposits
  • Helps provide better protection during extreme operating conditions
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Royal Purple – Max Automatic Transmission Fluid (1 Quart) (Part No.01320)

Max Automatic Transmission Fluid (1 Quart)

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$19.49
Max ATF is a synthetic, high-performance, automatic transmission fluid. Its low co-efficient of friction and high film strength help to dramatically reduce heat and wear. Additionally, Max ATF is more oxidation stable than other transmission fluids for longer fluid life. Max ATF significantly reduces heat to extend the life of your transmission.

Product Features:
  • High performance automatic transmission fluid
  • High film strength helps to dramatically reduce heat and wear
  • Fully compatible and can be mixed with other automatic transmission fluids
  • Extends the life of your transmission
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Yukon Gear – Standard Open Carrier Case & Spiders, Ford 8.8", 31 Spline (Part No.20070)

Standard Open Carrier Case & Spiders, Ford 8.8", 31 Spline

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$404.99
Product Features:
  • Standard open carrier case and spiders
  • Fits Ford 8.8″ with 31 spline axles
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Motive Gear – OEC DANA 30 3.73-UP (Part No.D30-CL)

OEC DANA 30 3.73-UP

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$83.49
Motive Gear offers some of the toughest drive train components on the market today. If you are looking for the largest line of performance ring and pinion gear options available with gear sets in a wide range of ratios for nearly every application, both on and off-road, check out Motive Gear. Motive Gear products can be found in the winner’s circle at racing events worldwide. The superior quality of Motive Gear components is the result of years of racing development, outstanding design and state-of-the-art manufacturing methods. Extensive testing is performed on all products by our in-house engineers.
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Yukon Gear – Standard Open Carrier Case, Ford 8.8", 31 Spline (Part No.20077)

Standard Open Carrier Case, Ford 8.8", 31 Spline

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$269.99
8.8″ 31 spline standard Open case (7/8 X-PIN HOLE).

Product Features:
  • Standard open carrier case
  • Fits Ford 8.8″ with 31 spline axles
  • Does not include spider gears
  • 0.875″ cross pin shaft diameter
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Dorman – Differential Pinion Yoke Assembly (Part No.697-532)

Differential Pinion Yoke Assembly

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$176.99
Worn or damaged differential end yoke causing driveline vibrations? This direct replacement end yoke matches the original equipment part for a trustworthy repair and reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this differential end yoke matches the fit and construction of the original yoke.
  • Excellent value – this replacement end yoke offers original equipment quality at a fraction of the price of dealer parts.
  • Quality materials – this end yoke is machined from cast iron for strength and is precision machined for reliability
  • Validated fit – this differential end yoke has been tested to confirm accurate fit
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Yukon Gear – Yoke For Model 35 With A 1310 U/Joint Size (Part No.41098)

Yoke For Model 35 With A 1310 U/Joint Size

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$115.99
Yukon yoke for Model 35 with a 1310 U/joint size. 3.219″ snap ring span, 1.062″ cap diameter. Outside snap ring. This yoke uses straps. All Yukon yokes come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Fits AMC Model 35
  • 26 spline
  • 1310 u-joint size
  • 3.219″ snap ring span
  • 1.062″ cap diameter
  • Outside snap ring design
  • Strap style
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Yukon Gear – Forged Yoke For Ford 8.8" With A 1350 U/Joint Size (Part No.41051)

Forged Yoke For Ford 8.8" With A 1350 U/Joint Size

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$246.99
Yukon forged yoke for Ford 8.8″ with a 1350 U/joint size (stronger than billet). 3.625″ snap ring span, 1.188″ cap diameter. Outside snap ring. All Yukon yokes come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Fits Ford 8.8″
  • 30 spline
  • 1350 u-joint size
  • Outside snap ring design
  • 3.625″ snap ring span
  • 1.188″ cap diameter
  • U-bolt style
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Motive Gear – Differential Carrier Shim Kit (Part No.1101)

Differential Carrier Shim Kit

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$8.49
High-quality Differential Carrier Shim Kit

Product Features:
  • CARRIER SHIMS 12 BOLT GM CAR & TRUCK ALSO GM8.6″ 99-ON
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USA Standard Gear – Standard Spider Gear Set For Ford 8.8" Trac Loc Posi, 31 Spline (Part No.39032)

Standard Spider Gear Set For Ford 8.8" Trac Loc Posi, 31 Spline

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$299.99
Product Features:
  • Spider gear kit
  • Fits Ford 8.8″ 31 spline Trac Loc positraction
  • Includes two side gears, two pinion gears, cross pin shaft, cross pin bolt and spider gear thrust washers.
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Yukon Gear – Replacement Standard Open Spider Gear Kit For Dana 30 With 27 Spline Axles (Part No.16073)

Replacement Standard Open Spider Gear Kit For Dana 30 With 27 Spline Axles

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$155.99
Yukon replacement standard open spider gear kit for Dana 30 with 27 spline axles and with or without quick disconnect. Yukon uses higher quality materials and better techniques than OEM to ensure a longer lasting spider gear set. All components come with a one year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Product Features:
  • Spider gear kit
  • Fit Dana Spicer 30 open differential with 27 spline axles
  • Includes two side gears, two pinion gears, cross pin shaft, roll pin and spider gear thrust washers.
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2012 Ford Explorer Differentials

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 2012 Ford Explorer. Maybe you just need a couple of Differentials. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 34 different Differentials in our inventory ranging from $4.49 to $1,115.00. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 2012 Ford Explorer running smoothly.

Differentials are only as good as their brand. We stock 10 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 2012 Ford Explorer. Valvoline, Royal Purple, and Yukon Gear are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!

We know you’ll find the perfect Differentials for your 2012 Ford Explorer, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Differentials to keep your 2012 Ford Explorer rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!

Differentials Brands To Make Your 2012 Ford Explorer Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 2012 Ford Explorer demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Differentials make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Explorer the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Differentials brands and parts.

FAQs for 2012 Ford Explorer Differentials

What are the most purchased Differentials for the 2012 Ford Explorer?

Out of 34 Differentials for the 2012 Ford Explorer, the most popular in our inventory are:
Flex Fill Transmission & Differential Gear Oil: Full Synthetic 75W-140, 1 Quart
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Flex Fill Transmission & Differential Gear Oil: Full Synthetic 75W-140, 1 Quart
Differential Oil
HMX SAE 5W-30 High-Mileage Synthetic Engine Oil (1 Quart)
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HMX SAE 5W-30 High-Mileage Synthetic Engine Oil (1 Quart)
Differential Oil
Replacement Standard Open Spider Gear Kit For Dana 30 With 27 Spline Axles
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Replacement Standard Open Spider Gear Kit For Dana 30 With 27 Spline Axles
Differential Carrier Shim Kits