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Luk GDK333A Axle Differential Bearing and Seal Kit - Rear

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LuK Differential Bearing Kit for Rear Axles

The LuK GDK333A differential bearing kit provides OE-quality bearings for rear differential service on select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury vehicles. It is built for professional transmission and driveline repair where worn differential bearings need to be replaced with matched components.

Key Features

  • OE-quality bearing kit for rear differential repair
  • Contains the bearings needed for a professional transmission service
  • Application-specific components selected for the individual transmission
  • Fits rear differential service applications on select Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Mariner models
  • Part number GDK333A for easy identification

Detailed Description

LuK GDK333A is a rear differential bearing kit for 2001-2012 Ford Escape, 2001-2006 and 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2005-2010 Mercury Mariner models. This kit is intended for differential bearing replacement during transmission or driveline repair, helping restore proper bearing support in the rear differential assembly. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

  • Rear differential bearing noise
  • Excessive bearing wear in the differential assembly
  • Transmission repair jobs requiring bearing replacement
  • Driveline vibration related to worn differential bearings
  • Service needs on Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Mariner rear axles

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2001-2012 Ford Escape, rear, standard differential kit. Fits 2001-2006 Mazda Tribute, rear, standard differential kit. Fits 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute, rear, standard differential kit. Fits 2005-2010 Mercury Mariner, rear, standard differential kit. Verify the differential configuration and compare the original bearings before installation. Professional installation is recommended for differential service.

Quality Assurance

LuK states that each differential bearing kit is assembled with OE-quality components selected for the specific transmission application to support a professional repair.

This part fits 28 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2012FordEscapeRearStandard Differential Kit
2011FordEscapeRearStandard Differential Kit
2011MazdaTributeRearStandard Differential Kit
2010FordEscapeRearStandard Differential Kit
2010MazdaTributeRearStandard Differential Kit
2010MercuryMarinerRearStandard Differential Kit
2009FordEscapeRearStandard Differential Kit
2009MazdaTributeRearStandard Differential Kit
2009MercuryMarinerRearStandard Differential Kit
2008FordEscapeRearStandard Differential Kit
2008MazdaTributeRearStandard Differential Kit
2008MercuryMarinerRearStandard Differential Kit
2007FordEscapeRearStandard Differential Kit
2007MercuryMarinerRearStandard Differential Kit
2006FordEscapeRearStandard Differential Kit
2006MazdaTributeRearStandard Differential Kit
2006MercuryMarinerRearStandard Differential Kit
2005FordEscapeRearStandard Differential Kit
2005MazdaTributeRearStandard Differential Kit
2005MercuryMarinerRearStandard Differential Kit
2004FordEscapeRearStandard Differential Kit
2004MazdaTributeRearStandard Differential Kit
2003FordEscapeRearStandard Differential Kit
2003MazdaTributeRearStandard Differential Kit
2002FordEscapeRearStandard Differential Kit
2002MazdaTributeRearStandard Differential Kit
2001FordEscapeRearStandard Differential Kit
2001MazdaTributeRearStandard Differential Kit

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

4620252100DRK333ASDK333-A

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.