Dorman 697-317 Differential Ring and Pinion - Rear
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Dorman 697-317 Differential Ring and Pinion - Rear

Brand Dorman 697-317
Position Rear
Gear Ratio 4.1
Installation Kit Included No
Item Grade Standard Replacement
Package Contents Ring Gear; Pinion Gear
Fits Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln · 149 vehicles

Standard replacement. Direct-fit differential ring and pinion for straightforward service.

4.1 gear ratio. Delivers the gearing specified for this differential setup.

Ring and pinion set. Includes the matched gears needed for differential repair.

Cross-references 3L1Z4209EH, YG F7.5-411 and ZG F7.5-410 for the same application. See all 3.

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Dorman 697-317 Differential Ring and Pinion

Dorman 697-317 is a standard replacement differential ring and pinion for specific Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln rear axle applications. It restores the original 4.1 gear ratio for vehicles equipped with a 7.5-inch ring gear, making it a direct-fit option for targeted OE-style repairs.

Key Features

  • Gear ratio: 4.1
  • Standard replacement grade for direct OE-style service
  • Rear differential application
  • Package contents: ring gear and pinion gear
  • Compatible with vehicles using a 7.5-inch ring gear
  • Part number: 697-317

Fitment Details

  • Fits 1979-2010 Ford Mustang, rear. Fits vehicles with 4.10 axle ratio and 7.5 in. ring gear.
  • Fits 1983-2010 Ford Ranger, rear. Fits vehicles with 4.10 axle ratio and 7.5 in. ring gear.
  • Fits 1990-1997 Ford Aerostar, rear. Fits vehicles with 4.10 axle ratio and 7.5 in. ring gear.
  • Fits 1995-1997 Ford Explorer, rear. w/4.11 axle ratio; 7.5 in. ring gear.
  • Fits 1980-1997 Ford Thunderbird, rear. Fits vehicles with 4.10 axle ratio and 7.5 in. ring gear.
  • Fits 1980-1997 Mercury Cougar, rear. Fits vehicles with 4.10 axle ratio and 7.5 in. ring gear.
  • Fits 1991-1994 Ford Explorer, rear. Fits vehicles with 4.10 axle ratio and 7.5 in. ring gear.
  • Fits 1984-1990 Ford Bronco II, rear. Fits vehicles with 4.10 axle ratio and 7.5 in. ring gear.
  • Fits 1984-1987 Lincoln Mark VII, rear. Fits vehicles with 4.10 axle ratio and 7.5 in. ring gear.
  • Fits 1979-1986 Mercury Capri, rear. Fits vehicles with 4.10 axle ratio and 7.5 in. ring gear.
  • Fits 1981-1986 Mercury Marquis, rear. Fits vehicles with 4.10 axle ratio and 7.5 in. ring gear.
  • Fits 1978-1983 Ford Fairmont, rear. Fits vehicles with 4.10 axle ratio and 7.5 in. ring gear.
  • Fits 1978-1983 Mercury Zephyr, rear. Fits vehicles with 4.10 axle ratio and 7.5 in. ring gear.

What This Part Helps Address

  • Restores a worn or damaged ring and pinion set in the rear differential
  • Corrects gear ratio issues after axle service or previous repairs
  • Addresses noise caused by gear wear when the original gears are no longer serviceable
  • Supports proper drivetrain operation in Ford Mustang and Ford Ranger rear axle applications
  • Helps return the differential to the specified 4.1 ratio for matched driveline performance

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify axle ratio and ring gear size before installation. This part does not include an installation kit, so setup components such as bearings, seals, and shims must be sourced separately if required for the repair. Differential gear installation requires precise backlash and pattern setup, so professional installation is recommended.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this ring and pinion as a standard replacement part engineered to directly replace the original equipment on listed applications. Part number 697-317 also cross-references YG F7.5-411 for the same application.

Related reading

This part fits 149 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2010FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2010FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2009FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2009FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2008FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2008FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2007FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2007FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2006FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2006FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2005FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2005FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2004FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2004FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2003FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2003FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2002FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2002FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2001FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2001FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2000FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
2000FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1999FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1999FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1998FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1998FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1997FordAerostar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1997FordExplorer——Rearw/4.11 Axle Ratio; 7.5 In. Ring Gear
1997FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1997FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1997FordThunderbird——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1997MercuryCougar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1996FordAerostar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1996FordExplorer——Rearw/4.11 Axle Ratio; 7.5 In. Ring Gear
1996FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1996FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1996FordThunderbird——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1996MercuryCougar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1995FordAerostar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1995FordExplorer——Rearw/4.11 Axle Ratio; 7.5 In. Ring Gear
1995FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1995FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1995FordThunderbird——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1995MercuryCougar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1994FordAerostar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1994FordExplorer——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1994FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1994FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1994FordThunderbird——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1994MercuryCougar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1993FordAerostar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1993FordExplorer——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1993FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1993FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1993FordThunderbird——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1993MercuryCougar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1992FordAerostar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1992FordExplorer——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1992FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1992FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1992FordThunderbird——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1992MercuryCougar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1991FordAerostar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1991FordExplorer——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1991FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1991FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1991FordThunderbird——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1991MercuryCougar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1990FordAerostar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1990FordBronco II——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1990FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1990FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1990FordThunderbird——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1990MercuryCougar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1989FordBronco II——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1989FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1989FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1989FordThunderbird——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1989MercuryCougar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1988FordBronco II——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1988FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1988FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1988FordThunderbird——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1988MercuryCougar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1987FordBronco II——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1987FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1987FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1987FordThunderbird——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1987LincolnMark VII——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1987MercuryCougar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1986FordBronco II——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1986FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1986FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1986FordThunderbird——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1986LincolnMark VII——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1986MercuryCapri3.8LV6RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1986MercuryCapri2.3LL4RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1986MercuryCougar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1986MercuryMarquis——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1985FordBronco II——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1985FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1985FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1985FordThunderbird——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1985LincolnMark VII——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1985MercuryCapri——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1985MercuryCougar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1985MercuryMarquis——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1984FordBronco II——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1984FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1984FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1984FordThunderbird——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1984LincolnMark VII——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1984MercuryCapri——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1984MercuryCougar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1984MercuryMarquis——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1983FordFairmont——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1983FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1983FordRanger——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1983FordThunderbird——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1983MercuryCapri——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1983MercuryCougar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1983MercuryMarquis——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1983MercuryZephyr——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1982FordFairmont——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1982FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1982FordThunderbird——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1982MercuryCapri——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1982MercuryCougar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1982MercuryMarquis——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1982MercuryZephyr——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1981FordFairmont——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1981FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1981FordThunderbird——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1981MercuryCapri——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1981MercuryCougar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1981MercuryMarquis——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1981MercuryZephyr——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1980FordFairmont——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1980FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1980FordThunderbird——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1980MercuryCapri——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1980MercuryCougar——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1980MercuryZephyr——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1979FordFairmont——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1979FordMustang——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1979MercuryCapri——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1979MercuryZephyr——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1978FordFairmont——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
1978MercuryZephyr——RearFits vehicles with 4.10 Axle Ratio and 7.5 In. Ring Gear.
Directly replaces or cross-references 3 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
3L1Z4209EHYG F7.5-411ZG F7.5-410