Need HELP with my 98 XLT AWD, Front Differential HELP!

[pepeancon]

Hello there,
My 1998 V8, AWD is leaking Burned Differential oil from the Front Differential, Is there a escape line on top of the Differential? there is also a bad noise coming out of the Front Differential at 30-40MPH, I also need to know what is the Standard RATIO for all the V8 [1998], AWD, is it the same as the REAR? I know where to find the Ratio Code, off the Drivers side, but is that RATIO for both Front and REAR the same?
I'm thinking to Replace it for another one, if the Differential went out, or should I change the pieces inside the Differential is it bad? what is your recommendation, I can't drive like this, I have replaced the oil about 3 times but nothing, it Burns it fast and leaks.. HELP! what is bad? and if there is a way to disconnect the AWD? thanks a lot
pepeancon from NJ

 

[Blee1099]

There is a vent, it could be leaking if you have driven thru some high water.. More than likely its probably the pinion seal on it that is leaking. The ratio should be the same in the front as in the rear unless someone screwed up. Try opening the upper drain plug on the diffy and see if you can feel any fluid in the diffy..

And please don't post in the emergency forum unless it is truly an emergency.. per a post by the Moderator in charge of this forum..

Let me see if I can explain the purpose of this forum in better terms.

This forum IS for times when your Explorer is your only means of transportation and it isn't working, for whatever reason. For when you NEED your Explorer to move, and it unexpectedly won't. When you need to get to work, class, wedding, or funeral and your truck isn't cooperating. When you are in a "crisis" situation and you really need imediate help.

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Robb