Dorman 697-380 Differential Ring and Pinion - Front

Differential Ring and Pinion for Jeep and Ford Front Axles

The Dorman 697-380 differential ring and pinion is a standard replacement for specific front axle applications that use a 3.54 gear ratio. It is built to directly replace the original equipment setup on select Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep CJ5, Jeep CJ7, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, and Ford Bronco models.

Use this ring and pinion set when servicing a front differential that requires OE-style gear ratio matching and carrier break compatibility. Part number 697-380 is intended for vehicles with the listed axle configuration and notes.

Key Features

• 3.54 gear ratio for matched differential setup
• Standard replacement grade for OE-style service
• Direct replacement for specific front differential applications
• Package contents: ring gear and pinion gear
• Interchange reference: ZG D30-354

Detailed Product Information

Dorman 697-380 is a differential ring and pinion set for front axle service on select Jeep and Ford applications. It is specified for vehicles with a 3.54 axle ratio and carrier break 3.54/3.73, with additional fitment notes for crush washer design on certain Jeep Grand Cherokee and Grand Wagoneer applications. This part number is used where the original gear set needs to be replaced with the same ratio and configuration.

Compatible With 1993-1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee, front; 1993 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, front; 1976-1986 Jeep CJ7, front; 1971-1983 Jeep CJ5, front; and 1966-1971 Ford Bronco, front. The Dorman 697-380 is a practical choice for front differential repair on these vehicles when the axle ratio and carrier break match the vehicle’s original setup.

What This Part Helps Address

• Worn or damaged ring and pinion gears in the front differential
• Incorrect gear ratio after differential service or rebuild
• Noise from gear wear or improper gear mesh
• Loss of proper driveline performance due to failed gears
• Need to restore OE-style front axle gearing on listed Jeep and Ford models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the axle ratio, carrier break, and front axle design before installation. This application is listed for vehicles with a 3.54 ratio and carrier break 3.54/3.73, and some Jeep applications also note a crush washer design. Professional differential setup is recommended to ensure correct backlash, pattern, and bearing preload.

Quality Assurance

This Dorman replacement part is built as a standard replacement for direct-fit service on the listed applications. It is intended to restore the original gear ratio and differential function when installed on the correct vehicle and axle configuration.