- 2014 to 2018 Ram 2500, (maybe some 2019 and newer)
- 2003 to 2013 Ram 2500, with the high output diesel, 5.9 diesel or 6.7 diesel (can also use PML Part Number 10361)
- 2006 to 2013 Ram 2500 Mega Cab, with the 5.7 Hemi, 5.9 diesel, or 6.7 diesel (can also use PML Part Number 10361)
- 2003 to 2018 Ram 3500 (can also use PML Part Number 10361)
Always check your truck to verify your differential and clearance.
2014 to 2018 Ram 2500 trucks feature coil suspension and have a sway (stabilizer) bar and pan hard rod right behind the stock cover. This cover works without modification on trucks with or without the optional air suspension add on to the link coil suspension.
2019 and newer trucks may have a similar differential, an AAM 12 inch. See PML Part Number 11176.
This rear cover fits the American Axle 11.5, 11.8 inch (292mm, 300mm) ring gear, 14 bolt differential, found on many Ram trucks, 2003 to 2018. Trucks without the pan hard and sway bars can also use PML Part Number 10361. There are several gear ratios for this differential, such as 3.42 and 3.73. The ratio does not change the ring gear size, 11.5 or 11.8 inches.
Volume: about 1/2 quart over stock at factory fill level
Dimensions: About 3/8 inch deeper than stock. Click here for dimensions.
Benefits:
- Designed for 2014 to 2018 Ram 2500, 2019 and newer models see PML Part Number 11176
- Clears sway and pan hard bars for the coil suspension, no modifications needed
- Two level check holes, one at the stock cover fill level line and one at stock fill level hole
- Additional capacity: approximately 1/2 quart over stock at factory fill level
- Fins for dissipating heat from fluid
- Fill using hole on top or on side
- Drain on bottom for easy servicing
- Boss (unmachined) if needed for temperature sending unit
- Cover comes with new mounting bolts, fill plugs, and magnetic drain plug, all included
- Heavy duty sand cast aluminum construction
Installation Information
2014 to 2018 Ram 2500 trucks would probably need to drop the sway bar temporarily to install a PML cover. After replacing the stock cover with the PML cover, remember to bolt the sway bar back on.
Optional Machining for Temperature Sending Unit
This cover has an undrilled boss below the level check holes. Optionally, PML drill and tap this boss with a 1/8 NPT hole for an aftermarket temperature sending unit.
Stock Cover
Stock cover has a fill hole on the face. There is a line and the words "FLUID LEVEL" lower down, in middle of the cover.
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Level Check and Fluid Fill Holes
On the PML cover, there is a fill hole is near the top, about the 1 o'clock position. Another hole at about the 3 o'clock position can also be used to fill.
This PML differential cover has two possible level check holes on the side. The bottom of one hole is at the same location as the bottom of the stock cover oil fill hole. The bottom of the other hole is at the same location as the stock cover fluid level line. Follow your factory directions to fill with the correct amount of fluid.
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Both the stock cover fluid level line and the fill hole are on the face of the stock cover. PML puts the holes on the side for easier access.
Note: Locations are approximate. Installer must verify fit and fluid capacity.
Inside of Cover
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Front Cover for 4WD Trucks
PML makes a front differential cover these Dodge Ram trucks. On our front covers, PML keeps the profile close that of the stock cover to avoid interference with the steering, frame or suspension.
2013 and newer Ram 3500 and 2014 and newer Ram 2500 trucks have a round front end stock cover with 12 bolts. Please see PML's 12 bolt front differential cover.
Pre 2013/2014 trucks have the AAM 9.25 14 bolt cover and would need PML's 14 bolt front differential cover.
PML Differential Cover Compared to Stock
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