Dorman 697-109 Differential Bearing Kit - Front or Rear

Differential Bearing Kit for Dana 44 Service

Dorman 697-109 is a differential bearing kit for servicing the ring and pinion setup in Dana 44 axles on a wide range of Jeep, Ford, Dodge, Chevrolet, and GMC applications. It includes the core installation components needed for differential bearing replacement and setup, with carrier and pinion bearings, races, shims, a pinion nut, seals, and marking compound.

• Carrier and pinion bearing kit for differential ring and pinion service
• Steel bearing construction
• Bearing races included
• Package contents: bearings, races, shims, pinion nut, seals, and marking compound
• Direct fit coverage for standard-design Dana 44 axle applications

Fitment Coverage

• Fits 1997-2006 Jeep Wrangler, rear, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1987-1995 Jeep Wrangler, rear, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1967-1996 Ford Bronco, front, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1977-1993 Dodge W150, rear, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1975-1992 Ford F-150, front, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1986-1992 Jeep Comanche, rear, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1984-1991 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, front, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1987-1991 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, rear, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1986-1989 Dodge W100, front, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1975-1977 Dodge W100, front, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1975-1988 Ford F-250, front, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1974-1988 Jeep J20, front, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1974-1987 Jeep Cherokee, rear, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1972-1987 Jeep Wagoneer, rear, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1986 Jeep CJ7, rear, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1981-1985 Ford F-350, front, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1974-1985 Jeep Cherokee, front, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1975-1983 Ford F-100, front, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1975-1980 Chevrolet K10, front, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1973-1980 Chevrolet K10 Suburban, front, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1975-1980 Chevrolet K20, front, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1973-1980 Chevrolet K20 Suburban, front, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1979-1980 GMC K1500, front, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1979-1980 GMC K1500 Suburban, front, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1979-1980 GMC K2500, front, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1979-1980 GMC K2500 Suburban, front, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1975-1979 Chevrolet K5 Blazer, front, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1975-1979 Ford F-100, rear, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1975-1979 Ford F-150, rear, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1970-1979 GMC Jimmy, front, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1967-1975 Jeep CJ5, rear, standard design; Dana 44 axle
• Fits 1969-1974 Chevrolet Blazer, front, standard design; Dana 44 axle

What This Kit Helps Address

• Worn or noisy differential bearings
• Improper ring and pinion gear contact pattern
• Gear whine caused by bearing wear or setup issues
• Seal leakage during differential service
• Need for a complete Dana 44 bearing service kit during axle rebuilds

Installation Notes

Use this kit during differential setup or rebuild work on standard-design Dana 44 axles. Proper bearing preload, shim selection, and gear marking are important for correct ring and pinion adjustment. Verify axle configuration, position, and application details before installation. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., RA28LR) for the same application.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this kit with steel bearings, included races, and the installation components needed for differential service. Part number 697-109 is built for specific Dana 44 axle applications across Jeep Wrangler, Ford Bronco, and other listed vehicles.