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Dorman 697-033 Differential Bearing Kit - Rear

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Differential Bearing Kit for Rear Ring and Pinion Service

Dorman 697-033 is a differential bearing kit for rear ring and pinion service on select GM and Isuzu applications. It includes the installation components needed to service the differential bearings, races, shims, crush collar, gasket material, gear marking compound, application brush, and thread lock compound.

Key Features

  • Tapered bearing design for differential service
  • Bearing races included
  • Steel bearing construction
  • Includes shims, crush collar, gasket material, gear marking compound, application brush, and thread lock compound
  • Built for rear differential applications with a 7.5 in. ring gear design
  • Ring gear bolt quantity: 12
  • Sealed: No

Detailed Description

This Dorman differential bearing kit, part number 697-033, is built for rear differential ring and pinion service on vehicles such as the Chevrolet Astro, Chevrolet Blazer, Chevrolet S10, GMC Jimmy, GMC Safari, GMC Sonoma, Chevrolet Camaro, Pontiac Firebird, Oldsmobile Bravada, and Isuzu Hombre. It is specified for standard design applications with a 7.5 in. ring gear and uses tapered steel bearings with matching races for differential setup work. The kit is organized around the core setup components needed to establish bearing preload and gear contact pattern during differential rebuild or gear replacement service.

For technicians and DIY rebuilders searching for a rear differential bearing kit for 1999-2005 Chevrolet Astro or 1999-2004 GMC Sonoma applications, Dorman 697-033 provides the key setup parts in one package. This part number 697-033 is also a direct search match for rear differential service on 1999-2002 Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird models with the same 7.5 in. ring gear configuration.

Common Repair Uses

  • Replacing worn differential bearings during ring and pinion service
  • Restoring proper bearing preload after gear setup
  • Addressing differential noise caused by bearing wear
  • Correcting gear pattern issues during axle rebuild work
  • Servicing rear differentials on select Chevrolet, GMC, Pontiac, Oldsmobile, and Isuzu vehicles

Installation Notes

Verify axle and ring gear specifications before installation, including the 7.5 in. ring gear design and rear position listed for the vehicle. Differential setup requires careful measurement of preload, backlash, and gear contact pattern, so follow factory service procedures and use the included shims and marking compound during assembly. Confirm bearing dimensions and race fitment against the original components before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies service parts for drivetrain repair applications, and this kit is configured with the bearing types, races, and setup materials needed for differential rebuild work on the listed vehicles. Part number 697-033 is built for the specified rear differential applications and supports a precise service-oriented installation.

BrandDorman
Part Number697-033
Outside Diameter64.29
Outside Diameter73.43
Outside Diameter79.38
SealedNo
Bearing TypeTapered
Race Inside Diameter30.16
Race Inside Diameter36.45
Race Inside Diameter41.28
Shaft Diameter30.16
Shaft Diameter36.45
Shaft Diameter41.28
Cone Inside Diameter30.16
Cone Inside Diameter36.45
Cone Inside Diameter41.28
Cone Outside Diameter64.29
Cone Outside Diameter73.43
Cone Outside Diameter79.38
Ring Gear Bolt Quantity12
Bearing MaterialSteel
Pinion Spline Count0
Bearing Races IncludedYes
Package ContentsBearings; shims; crush collar; hardware; gasket material; gear ma
Ring Gear IncludedNo

This part fits 53 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2005ChevroletAstroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2005ChevroletBlazerRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2005GMCJimmyRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2005GMCSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2004ChevroletAstroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2004ChevroletBlazerRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2004ChevroletS10RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2004GMCJimmyRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2004GMCSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2004GMCSonomaRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2003ChevroletAstroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2003ChevroletBlazerRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2003ChevroletS10RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2003GMCJimmyRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2003GMCSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2003GMCSonomaRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2002ChevroletAstroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2002ChevroletBlazerRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2002ChevroletCamaroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2002ChevroletS10RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2002GMCJimmyRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2002GMCSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2002GMCSonomaRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2002PontiacFirebirdRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2001ChevroletAstroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2001ChevroletBlazerRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2001ChevroletCamaroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2001ChevroletS10RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2001GMCJimmyRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2001GMCSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2001GMCSonomaRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2001OldsmobileBravadaRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2001PontiacFirebirdRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2000ChevroletAstroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2000ChevroletBlazerRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2000ChevroletCamaroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2000ChevroletS10RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2000GMCJimmyRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2000GMCSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2000GMCSonomaRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2000IsuzuHombreRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2000OldsmobileBravadaRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2000PontiacFirebirdRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1999ChevroletAstroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1999ChevroletBlazerRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1999ChevroletCamaroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1999ChevroletS10RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1999GMCJimmyRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1999GMCSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1999GMCSonomaRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1999IsuzuHombreRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1999OldsmobileBravadaRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1999PontiacFirebirdRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

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