Kathy and Erich Coiner wrote:
> Yes to both questions.
> But the differential is not in the rear axle.
>
> Erich
>
> "js5895" > wrote in message
> oups.com...
> > Hi,
> >
> > Does the 1997 Ford Taurus have a rear axle and differential?
> >
> > Thanks, for your help.
> >

I've got a 93 taurus.. now the 97 is the newer body style, but I don't
believe they stopped using the indie rear suspension.. without a solid
beam connecting the two rear tires I don't know that I would consider
it having a rear 'axle'.

Jim