Dorman 697-563 Drive Shaft Slip Yoke - Front Driveshaft at Front Axle

Drive Shaft Slip Yoke for Ram Front Axle

Dorman 697-563 is a steel drive shaft slip yoke made for specific Dodge Ram front driveshaft applications at the front axle. It directly replaces the original part on select 2006-2009 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 trucks, including Type A driveshaft setups with a 28.6 mm flange.

• Steel construction for driveline service
• 28-spline design
• Overall length: 8.2 in.
• Shaft diameter: 1.75 in.
• Spline inside diameter: 1.38 in.
• Outside universal joint style
• Direct replacement for OE-style fitment

Fitment Details

• Fits 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, front driveshaft at front axle; w/Type A Driveshaft (28.6 mm Flange)
• Fits 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, front driveshaft at front axle
• Fits 2009 Dodge Ram 3500, front driveshaft at front axle; w/Type A Driveshaft (28.6 mm Flange); L6 359CID 5.9L
• Fits 2009 Dodge Ram 3500, front driveshaft at front axle; L6 359CID 5.9L
• Fits 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, front driveshaft at front axle
• Fits 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, front driveshaft at front axle; w/Type A Driveshaft (28.6 mm Flange)

Detailed Description

This Dorman slip yoke is built for the front driveshaft at the front axle on select Dodge Ram 2500 and Dodge Ram 3500 models. If the original yoke is worn, bent, or no longer holding the driveline securely, this replacement restores the connection point between the driveshaft and the axle-side assembly. The steel body, 28-spline configuration, and OE-style dimensions help match the original driveline setup on the listed Ram truck applications. Part number 697-563 also cross-references 5093821AA for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Driveline vibration from a worn slip yoke
• Clunking during acceleration or deceleration
• Excessive play at the front driveshaft connection
• Failure of the original yoke on the front axle side
• Fitment issues on Ram front driveshaft assemblies with the specified spline and flange configuration

Installation Notes

Verify spline count, shaft diameter, overall length, and driveshaft configuration before installation. This part does not include a grease fitting, bearing caps, bearing straps, U-bolts, a shaft, or universal joints. Confirm the vehicle uses the listed front driveshaft at front axle application, including Type A driveshaft notes where specified, before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this slip yoke as a regular-grade replacement part for direct OE-style service on the listed Dodge Ram applications. Part number 697-563 is engineered to match the original fitment requirements for the specified front driveline setup.