{"product_id":"dorman-697-101-differential-bearing-kit","title":"Dorman 697-101 Differential Bearing Kit - Front or Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDifferential Bearing Kit for Ford 8.8 In. Axles\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 697-101 is a differential bearing kit for servicing the ring and pinion setup on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles with a standard-design 8.8 in. ring gear. It includes the core installation components needed for differential bearing service, making it a direct-fit option for front and rear axle applications listed below.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarrier bearing type for differential service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel bearing construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBearing races included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage contents: bearings, races, shims, and marking compound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits select front and rear 8.8 in. axle applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eApplication Coverage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With select Ford F-150 front applications from 1997-2019, Ford Expedition front applications from 1997-2018, and Lincoln Navigator front applications from 1998-2012 with standard design and no intermediate axle bearings. It also fits a wide range of rear axle applications, including Ford Crown Victoria, Mustang, Explorer, Ranger, Bronco, and Lincoln Town Car models with the standard 8.8 in. ring gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 762B004, R8.8R) for the same application. Dorman 697-101 is also a fit for select Ford E-150, F-250, Expedition, Explorer Sport Trac, Mercury Mountaineer, and Lincoln Aviator applications where the listed axle configuration matches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Kit Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn or noisy differential carrier bearings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproper ring and pinion bearing service during axle rebuilds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed for replacement races and shims during setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGear pattern adjustment during differential assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService work on Ford 8.8 in. rear or front axle assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify axle configuration, position, and notes before ordering. This kit is for standard-design 8.8 in. ring gear applications and specific front models without intermediate axle bearings, so matching the vehicle’s axle setup is essential. Use the included shims and marking compound during setup to help confirm bearing preload and gear contact pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this differential bearing kit as a service part for select OE-style axle applications. Confirm fitment against the vehicle year, make, model, position, and axle notes before installation. Dorman 697-101 is listed for 1980-2019 Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications within the specified 8.8 in. differential configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44057049366709,"sku":"BKKY-697-101","price":183.66,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_697101_Fro.jpg?v=1775010344","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-697-101-differential-bearing-kit","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}