4481-371-097 ZF DIFFERENTIAL AXLE

Basically, this part connects to the differential itself and holds the axle shafts. Those shafts are what actually turn the wheels. So this axle is the strong housing that everything bolts to – the differential gears, the bearings, and ultimately, where the power gets transferred to make your wheels spin. It’s a pretty critical structural piece. Think of it as the backbone of your rear end, or sometimes front end if it's a four – wheel drive vehicle. It’s what keeps everything aligned and working together. The differential lets the wheels turn at different speeds when you go around a corner – the axle housing holds all of that machinery and makes sure it’s all stable. It handles a lot of stress and force from the engine and the road. If this thing goes bad, you’ll notice pretty quickly. You'll likely get vibrations, loud noises coming from the rear – kind of a whining or grinding sound. It could also cause uneven tire wear. It acts like a shield protecting all the sensitive gears inside the differential. If the housing cracks or gets damaged, all that gear oil will leak out and things will quickly fail. It’s one of those parts where preventing failure is much cheaper than fixing it. You can find replacements pretty easily, even online at places like Fixparts Online, but getting it addressed early saves you from potentially a much bigger repair down the road. A damaged axle housing can lead to complete differential failure, which is a significantly more expensive fix. Value-packed: Differential Axle (MPN 4481371097) includes a 12-month warranty!

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• ZF parts are known for lasting a long time and working reliably, so you won’t have to replace them often. • We make parts for many different kinds of cars and trucks, so there’s a good chance we have what you need. • ZF is a leading company in vehicle technology – we’re constantly innovating to make better parts. • Our parts are designed to help your vehicle run smoothly and safely, giving you peace of mind on the road. Drive with confidence – choose ZF parts at FixParts Online.