Dorman 697-393 Differential Carrier - Front

Brand Dorman 697-393
Position Front
Material Acero
Material Steel
Bolt Thread Size 0
Pin Included Oui
Pin Included
Pin Included Yes
Spacer Included No
Spacer Included Non
Ring Gear Bolt Quantity 0
Cover Bolt Quantity 0
Shims Included No
Shims Included Non
Axle Shaft Spline Quantity 28
Ring Gear Outside Diameter 8.25
Ring Gear Bolts Included No
Ring Gear Bolts Included Non
Differential Gear Ratio 3.42
Bearings Included Oui
Bearings Included
Bearings Included Yes
Carrier Type Cargado
Carrier Type Loaded
Involute Spline Oui
Involute Spline
Involute Spline Yes
Carrier Exchange No
Carrier Exchange Non
Core Free No
Core Free Non
Axle Spline Diameter 30
Fits Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC · 83 vehicles

Loaded assembly. Includes new spider gears, differential pins, and carrier housing for a complete rebuild.

Steel construction. Built with a steel carrier housing for durable differential service.

Open differential. Provides standard differential operation for smooth power transfer.

Cross-references 15801501, 23312178 and 25872305 for the same application. See all 5.

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Dorman 697-393 Loaded Differential Carrier

Dorman 697-393 is a loaded differential carrier assembly for GM front differential applications that use a 3.42 or 3.73 gear ratio, depending on vehicle fitment. It restores the differential carrier with new spider gears, differential pins, and carrier housing for GM 8.25 IFS setups.

Key Features

  • Loaded differential carrier assembly with steel construction
  • Includes new spider gears, differential pins, and carrier housing
  • Open differential type
  • Hypoid ring gear design
  • 28 axle shaft splines and 30 axle spline diameter
  • Bearings included
  • Fits GM 8.25 IFS front differential applications
  • Part number: 697-393

Detailed Description

This Dorman differential carrier is built for front axle service on GM trucks and SUVs with the GM 8.25 IFS axle model. It is a direct replacement for worn or damaged carrier components caused by hard use or lubrication breakdown, and it is specified for open differential applications. Vehicle coverage includes Cadillac Escalade, Cadillac Escalade ESV, Cadillac Escalade EXT, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, and Chevrolet Silverado 1500 applications listed below. The 697-393 carrier is a practical OE-style replacement for front differential repair on GM 8.25 IFS platforms.

This part cross-references GM OE numbers 15801501 and 23312178 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

  • Excessive differential noise from worn carrier components
  • Metal wear from poor lubrication inside the front differential
  • Spider gear or differential pin damage
  • Carrier housing wear or scoring
  • Loss of smooth front axle operation in GM 8.25 IFS systems

Installation Notes and Fitment

Verify axle ratio, axle model, and RPO code before installation. This part is for front differential applications only and uses an open differential configuration.

  • Fits 2007-2015 Cadillac Escalade, front, w/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
  • Fits 2007-2015 Cadillac Escalade ESV, front, w/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
  • Fits 2007-2014 GMC Yukon, front, w/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
  • Fits 2007-2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500, front, w/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
  • Fits 2007-2013 Cadillac Escalade EXT, front, w/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
  • Fits 2007-2013 GMC Sierra 1500, front, w/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
  • Fits 2002-2006 Cadillac Escalade, front, w/RPO Code GT4 (3.73 Axle Ratio)
  • Fits 2003-2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV, front, w/RPO Code GT4 (3.73 Axle Ratio)
  • Fits 2002-2006 Cadillac Escalade EXT, front, w/RPO Code GT4 (3.73 Axle Ratio)
  • Fits 2002-2006 GMC Sierra 1500, front, DENALI Package
  • Fits 2001-2006 GMC Yukon, front, w/RPO Code NP3 (All Wheel Drive (AWD) Transfer Case)
  • Fits 2001-2006 GMC Yukon XL 1500, front, w/RPO Code NP3 (All Wheel Drive (AWD) Transfer Case)
  • Fits 2003-2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, front
  • Fits 2001 GMC Sierra 1500, front

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies replacement drivetrain components engineered to restore original differential function in serviceable GM applications. Part number 697-393 is built as a loaded carrier assembly for the specified GM front axle configurations.

This part fits 83 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelDrive TypeTransmissionPositionNotes
2015CadillacEscaladeAWDAutomaticFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2015CadillacEscalade ESVAWDAutomaticFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2014CadillacEscaladeAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2014CadillacEscalade ESVAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2014GMCYukonAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2014GMCYukon XL 1500AWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2013CadillacEscaladeAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2013CadillacEscalade ESVAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2013CadillacEscalade EXTAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2013GMCSierra 1500AWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2013GMCYukonAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2013GMCYukon XL 1500AWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2012CadillacEscaladeAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2012CadillacEscalade ESVAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2012CadillacEscalade EXTAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2012GMCSierra 1500AWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2012GMCYukonAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2012GMCYukon XL 1500AWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2011CadillacEscaladeAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2011CadillacEscalade ESVAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2011CadillacEscalade EXTAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2011GMCSierra 1500AWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2011GMCYukonAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2011GMCYukon XL 1500AWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2010CadillacEscaladeAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2010CadillacEscalade ESVAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2010CadillacEscalade EXTAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2010GMCSierra 1500AWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2010GMCYukonAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2010GMCYukon XL 1500AWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2009CadillacEscaladeAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2009CadillacEscalade ESVAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2009CadillacEscalade EXTAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2009GMCSierra 1500AWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2009GMCYukonAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2009GMCYukon XL 1500AWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2008CadillacEscaladeAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2008CadillacEscalade ESVAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2008CadillacEscalade EXTAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2008GMCSierra 1500AWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2008GMCYukonAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2008GMCYukon XL 1500AWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2007CadillacEscaladeAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2007CadillacEscalade ESVAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2007CadillacEscalade EXTAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2007GMCSierra 1500AWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2007GMCYukonAWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2007GMCYukon XL 1500AWDFrontw/RPO Code GU6 (3.42 Axle Ratio)
2006CadillacEscaladeAWDFrontw/RPO Code GT4 (3.73 Axle Ratio)
2006CadillacEscalade ESVAWDFrontw/RPO Code GT4 (3.73 Axle Ratio)
2006CadillacEscalade EXTAWDFrontw/RPO Code GT4 (3.73 Axle Ratio)
2006GMCSierra 1500AWDFrontDENALI Package
2006GMCYukonAWDFrontw/RPO Code NP3 (All Wheel Drive (AWD) Transfer Case)
2006GMCYukon XL 1500AWDFrontw/RPO Code NP3 (All Wheel Drive (AWD) Transfer Case)
2005CadillacEscaladeAWDFrontw/RPO Code GT4 (3.73 Axle Ratio)
2005CadillacEscalade ESVAWDFrontw/RPO Code GT4 (3.73 Axle Ratio)
2005CadillacEscalade EXTAWDFrontw/RPO Code GT4 (3.73 Axle Ratio)
2005ChevroletSilverado 1500AWDFront
2005GMCSierra 1500AWDFrontDENALI Package
2005GMCYukonAWDFrontw/RPO Code NP3 (All Wheel Drive (AWD) Transfer Case)
2005GMCYukon XL 1500AWDFrontw/RPO Code NP3 (All Wheel Drive (AWD) Transfer Case)
2004CadillacEscaladeAWDFrontw/RPO Code GT4 (3.73 Axle Ratio)
2004CadillacEscalade ESVAWDFrontw/RPO Code GT4 (3.73 Axle Ratio)
2004CadillacEscalade EXTAWDFrontw/RPO Code GT4 (3.73 Axle Ratio)
2004ChevroletSilverado 1500AWDFront
2004GMCSierra 1500AWDFrontDENALI Package
2004GMCYukonAWDFrontw/RPO Code NP3 (All Wheel Drive (AWD) Transfer Case)
2004GMCYukon XL 1500AWDFrontw/RPO Code NP3 (All Wheel Drive (AWD) Transfer Case)
2003CadillacEscaladeAWDFrontw/RPO Code GT4 (3.73 Axle Ratio)
2003CadillacEscalade ESVAWDFrontw/RPO Code GT4 (3.73 Axle Ratio)
2003CadillacEscalade EXTAWDFrontw/RPO Code GT4 (3.73 Axle Ratio)
2003ChevroletSilverado 1500AWDFront
2003GMCSierra 1500AWDFrontDENALI Package
2003GMCYukonAWDFrontw/RPO Code NP3 (All Wheel Drive (AWD) Transfer Case)
2003GMCYukon XL 1500AWDFrontw/RPO Code NP3 (All Wheel Drive (AWD) Transfer Case)
2002CadillacEscaladeAWDFrontw/RPO Code GT4 (3.73 Axle Ratio)
2002CadillacEscalade EXTAWDFrontw/RPO Code GT4 (3.73 Axle Ratio)
2002GMCSierra 1500AWDFrontDENALI Package
2002GMCYukonAWDFrontw/RPO Code NP3 (All Wheel Drive (AWD) Transfer Case)
2002GMCYukon XL 1500AWDFrontw/RPO Code NP3 (All Wheel Drive (AWD) Transfer Case)
2001GMCSierra 1500AWDFront
2001GMCYukonAWDFrontw/RPO Code NP3 (All Wheel Drive (AWD) Transfer Case)
2001GMCYukon XL 1500AWDFrontw/RPO Code NP3 (All Wheel Drive (AWD) Transfer Case)
Directly replaces or cross-references 5 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
1580150123312178258723052605660084526163