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Dorman 697-039 Differential Bearing Kit - Rear

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Fitment: Chevrolet, GMC, and Ram, 2500, 3500, Express 2500, Express 3500, Savana 2500, Savana 3500, Sierra 2500 HD, Sierra 3500 HD, Silverado 2500 HD, Silverado 3500 HD, and Suburban 3500 HD
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Differential Bearing Kit for Rear Axles

Dorman 697-039 is a differential bearing kit for rear applications on select Chevrolet, GMC, and Ram trucks and vans. It includes the installation components needed for differential ring and pinion service, with tapered steel bearings and included races for a complete rebuild-focused repair.

Key Features

  • Fits rear differential service applications on select 2011-2018 Chevrolet Express 2500, Express 3500, Silverado 2500 HD, Silverado 3500 HD, and Suburban 3500 HD models
  • Fits rear differential service applications on select 2011-2018 GMC Savana 2500, Savana 3500, Sierra 2500 HD, and Sierra 3500 HD models
  • Fits rear differential service applications on select 2011-2014 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 models
  • Tapered steel bearing construction for differential ring and pinion service
  • Bearing races included
  • Package contents include bearings, shims, crush collar, hardware, gasket material, gear marking compound, application brush, and thread lock compound
  • For standard design 11.5 in. ring gear applications with 12 ring gear bolts

Detailed Description

This Dorman differential bearing kit, part number 697-039, is built for rear axle differential service on select Chevrolet Express, Silverado, Suburban, GMC Savana, Sierra, and Ram 2500/3500 applications. It is specified for standard design 11.5 in. ring gear setups and uses tapered steel bearings with matching races to support ring and pinion installation work. The kit also includes shims, a crush collar, gasket material, gear marking compound, an application brush, and thread lock compound to help with setup and adjustment during differential service. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

  • Noise from worn differential bearings
  • Rough or inconsistent ring and pinion operation
  • Excessive play in the rear differential assembly
  • Service needs during differential gear setup or rebuild
  • Wear-related issues in high-load rear axle applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify axle configuration before ordering, including the standard design 11.5 in. ring gear requirement and rear position. Confirm bearing dimensions and differential setup specifications against the vehicle service information before installation. Proper gear setup, bearing preload, and backlash adjustment are critical for correct operation. Dorman 697-039 is intended for select rear differential applications on Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, GMC Sierra 3500 HD, and Ram 3500 models, so match the vehicle year and axle details carefully.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies application-specific service parts for drivetrain repair, and this kit is packaged with the components needed for differential bearing replacement and setup on the listed vehicles. Part number 697-039 is built around the confirmed fitment and dimensional specifications provided for these rear axle applications.

BrandDorman
Part Number697-039
Outside Diameter111.13
Outside Diameter112.71
Outside Diameter82.55
SealedNo
Bearing TypeTapered
Race Inside Diameter41.28
Race Inside Diameter50.8
Race Inside Diameter66.68
Shaft Diameter41.28
Shaft Diameter50.8
Shaft Diameter66.68
Cone Inside Diameter41.28
Cone Inside Diameter50.8
Cone Inside Diameter66.68
Cone Outside Diameter111.13
Cone Outside Diameter112.71
Cone Outside Diameter82.55
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 74 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2018ChevroletExpress 2500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2018ChevroletExpress 3500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2018ChevroletSilverado 2500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2018ChevroletSuburban 3500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2018GMCSavana 2500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2018GMCSavana 3500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2018GMCSierra 2500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2018GMCSierra 3500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2017ChevroletExpress 2500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2017ChevroletExpress 3500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2017ChevroletSilverado 2500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2017ChevroletSilverado 3500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2017ChevroletSuburban 3500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2017GMCSavana 2500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2017GMCSavana 3500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2017GMCSierra 2500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2017GMCSierra 3500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2016ChevroletExpress 2500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2016ChevroletExpress 3500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2016ChevroletSilverado 2500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2016ChevroletSilverado 3500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2016ChevroletSuburban 3500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2016GMCSavana 2500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2016GMCSavana 3500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2016GMCSierra 2500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2016GMCSierra 3500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2015ChevroletExpress 2500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2015ChevroletExpress 3500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2015ChevroletSilverado 2500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2015ChevroletSilverado 3500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2015GMCSavana 2500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2015GMCSavana 3500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2015GMCSierra 2500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2015GMCSierra 3500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2014ChevroletExpress 2500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2014ChevroletExpress 3500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2014ChevroletSilverado 2500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2014ChevroletSilverado 3500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2014GMCSavana 2500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2014GMCSavana 3500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2014GMCSierra 2500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2014GMCSierra 3500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2014Ram2500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2014Ram3500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2013ChevroletExpress 2500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2013ChevroletExpress 3500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2013ChevroletSilverado 2500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2013ChevroletSilverado 3500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2013GMCSavana 2500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2013GMCSavana 3500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2013GMCSierra 2500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2013GMCSierra 3500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2013Ram2500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2013Ram3500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2012ChevroletExpress 2500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2012ChevroletExpress 3500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2012ChevroletSilverado 2500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2012ChevroletSilverado 3500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2012GMCSavana 2500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2012GMCSavana 3500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2012GMCSierra 2500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2012GMCSierra 3500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2012Ram2500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2012Ram3500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2011ChevroletExpress 2500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2011ChevroletExpress 3500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2011ChevroletSilverado 2500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2011ChevroletSilverado 3500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2011GMCSavana 2500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2011GMCSavana 3500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2011GMCSierra 2500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2011GMCSierra 3500 HDRearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2011Ram2500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear
2011Ram3500RearStandard Design; 11.5 In. Ring Gear

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

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