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Dorman 697-102 Differential Bearing Kit - Rear

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Reliable Differential Bearing Kit for Select GM and Isuzu Vehicles

The Dorman 697-102 Differential Bearing Kit provides a comprehensive solution for maintaining the driveline performance of various Buick, Chevrolet, GMC, Isuzu, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac models. Designed with steel carrier bearings and including all necessary bearing races, this kit supports precise differential operation and durability.

  • Carrier-type steel bearings for enhanced strength and longevity
  • Includes bearing races to ensure proper fit and function
  • Complete package with bearings, races, shims, pinion nut, seals, and marking compound
  • Compatible with multiple GM and Isuzu models including Chevrolet Camaro, Buick LeSabre, Pontiac Firebird, and GMC S10
  • Part number 697-102 for accurate identification and fitment

Comprehensive Kit Designed for Differential Service

This differential bearing kit features steel carrier bearings known for their durability under high load conditions. The inclusion of bearing races ensures that the bearings seat correctly within the differential carrier, reducing the risk of premature wear. The kit also contains shims for precise adjustment, a pinion nut for secure assembly, seals to prevent contamination, and marking compound to assist in proper setup. This makes the Dorman 697-102 kit a practical choice for servicing the differential on a range of vehicles from Buick's LeSabre to Chevrolet's Caprice and GMC's Safari.

Compatible Vehicles and Applications

Compatible with the following makes and models, this kit supports differential maintenance and repair for:

  • Buick models such as LeSabre, Roadmaster, and Regal
  • Chevrolet vehicles including Camaro, Caprice, El Camino, Impala, Malibu, and S10
  • GMC models like Safari and S10
  • Isuzu Hombre
  • Oldsmobile Cutlass, Cutlass Cruiser, Delta 88
  • Pontiac Firebird, Grand Am, Grand Prix, Parisienne

Common Issues Addressed by This Differential Bearing Kit

  • Excessive differential noise due to worn bearings
  • Vibration or roughness during vehicle operation
  • Leaking seals causing lubricant loss and contamination
  • Improper bearing preload or backlash affecting driveline performance
  • Wear on bearing races leading to differential failure

Installation Notes and Tips

When installing the Dorman 697-102 Differential Bearing Kit, ensure all old components are thoroughly cleaned and inspected. Use the included marking compound to verify proper gear contact patterns. Adjust shims carefully to achieve correct bearing preload and backlash specifications as per the vehicle service manual. Proper torque of the pinion nut is critical to avoid premature bearing failure.

Quality Assurance and Warranty

Dorman parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM standards, providing reliable performance for driveline repairs. The 697-102 Differential Bearing Kit is backed by Dorman's quality assurance processes. Please refer to Dorman's official warranty policy for specific coverage details.

BrandDorman
Part Number697-102
Bearing TypeCarrier
Bearing MaterialSteel
Bearing Races IncludedYes
Package ContentsBearings; races; shims; pinion nut; seals; and marking compound

This part fits 170 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelPositionNotes
1998ChevroletAstroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1998ChevroletCamaroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1998ChevroletS10RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1998GMCSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1998IsuzuHombreRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1998PontiacFirebirdRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1997ChevroletAstroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1997ChevroletCamaroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1997ChevroletS10RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1997GMCSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1997IsuzuHombreRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1997PontiacFirebirdRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1996BuickRoadmasterRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1996ChevroletAstroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1996ChevroletCamaroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1996ChevroletCapriceRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1996ChevroletImpalaRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1996ChevroletS10RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1996GMCSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1996IsuzuHombreRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1996PontiacFirebirdRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1995BuickRoadmasterRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1995ChevroletAstroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1995ChevroletCamaroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1995ChevroletCapriceRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1995ChevroletImpalaRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1995ChevroletS10RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1995GMCSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1995PontiacFirebirdRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1994BuickRoadmasterRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1994ChevroletAstroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1994ChevroletCamaroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1994ChevroletCapriceRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1994ChevroletImpalaRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1994ChevroletS10RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1994GMCSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1994PontiacFirebirdRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1993BuickRoadmasterRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1993ChevroletAstroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1993ChevroletCamaroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1993ChevroletCapriceRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1993ChevroletS10RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1993GMCSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1993PontiacFirebirdRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1992BuickRoadmasterRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1992ChevroletAstroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1992ChevroletCamaroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1992ChevroletCapriceRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1992ChevroletS10RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1992GMCSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1992PontiacFirebirdRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1991BuickRoadmasterRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1991ChevroletAstroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1991ChevroletCamaroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1991ChevroletCapriceRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1991ChevroletS10RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1991GMCSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1991PontiacFirebirdRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1990ChevroletAstroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1990ChevroletCamaroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1990ChevroletCapriceRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1990ChevroletS10RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1990GMCSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1990PontiacFirebirdRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1989BuickLeSabreRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1989ChevroletAstroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1989ChevroletCamaroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1989ChevroletCapriceRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1989ChevroletS10RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1989GMCSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1989PontiacFirebirdRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1989PontiacSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1988BuickLeSabreRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1988ChevroletAstroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1988ChevroletCamaroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1988ChevroletCapriceRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1988ChevroletS10RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1988GMCSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1988PontiacFirebirdRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1988PontiacSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1987BuickLeSabreRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1987BuickRegalRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1987ChevroletAstroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1987ChevroletCamaroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1987ChevroletCapriceRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1987ChevroletEl CaminoRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1987ChevroletS10RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1987GMCSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1987OldsmobileCutlassRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1987PontiacFirebirdRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1987PontiacGrand PrixRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1987PontiacSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1986BuickLeSabreRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1986BuickRegalRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1986ChevroletAstroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1986ChevroletCamaroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1986ChevroletCapriceRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1986ChevroletEl CaminoRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1986ChevroletS10RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1986GMCSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1986OldsmobileCutlassRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1986PontiacBonnevilleRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1986PontiacFirebirdRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1986PontiacGrand PrixRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1986PontiacParisienneRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1985BuickLeSabreRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1985BuickRegalRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1985ChevroletAstroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1985ChevroletCamaroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1985ChevroletCapriceRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1985ChevroletEl CaminoRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1985ChevroletImpalaRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1985ChevroletS10RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1985GMCSafariRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1985OldsmobileCutlassRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1985OldsmobileDelta 88RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1985PontiacBonnevilleRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1985PontiacFirebirdRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1985PontiacGrand PrixRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1985PontiacParisienneRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1984BuickLeSabreRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1984BuickRegalRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1984ChevroletCamaroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1984ChevroletCapriceRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1984ChevroletEl CaminoRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1984ChevroletImpalaRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1984ChevroletS10RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1984Oldsmobile98RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1984OldsmobileDelta 88RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1984PontiacBonnevilleRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1984PontiacFirebirdRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1984PontiacGrand PrixRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1984PontiacParisienneRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1983BuickLeSabreRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1983BuickRegalRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1983ChevroletCamaroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1983ChevroletCapriceRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1983ChevroletEl CaminoRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1983ChevroletImpalaRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1983ChevroletMalibuRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1983ChevroletS10RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1983Oldsmobile98RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1983OldsmobileCutlass CruiserRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1983OldsmobileDelta 88RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1983PontiacBonnevilleRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1983PontiacFirebirdRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1983PontiacGrand PrixRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1983PontiacParisienneRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1982BuickLeSabreRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1982BuickRegalRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1982ChevroletCamaroRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1982ChevroletCapriceRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1982ChevroletEl CaminoRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1982ChevroletImpalaRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1982ChevroletMalibuRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1982ChevroletS10RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1982Oldsmobile98RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1982OldsmobileCutlass CruiserRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1982OldsmobileDelta 88RearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1982PontiacBonnevilleRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1982PontiacFirebirdRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1982PontiacGrand PrixRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1981ChevroletCapriceRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1981OldsmobileCutlassRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1980OldsmobileCutlassRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1980PontiacGrand AmRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1979OldsmobileCutlassRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1979PontiacGrand AmRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1978OldsmobileCutlassRearStandard design for Differential Bearing Kit with 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1978PontiacGrand AmRearStandard 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.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

741A004R7.5GR

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.