Dorman 697-184 Differential Ring and Pinion - Rear

Differential Ring and Pinion for GM 10.5-Inch Rear Axles

Dorman 697-184 is a standard replacement differential ring and pinion for specific rear axle applications that use a 4.56 gear ratio. It directly replaces the original equipment setup on select Chevrolet and GMC trucks and vans, including heavy-duty Silverado, Sierra, Express, and Savana models.

Built for rear differential service, this 4.56T gear set is intended for vehicles with a 10.5-inch ring gear and a carrier setup for 4.10 ratio and lower. The package includes the ring gear and pinion gear, making it a focused replacement for axle rebuilds and gear ratio restoration.

Key Features

• Standard replacement differential ring and pinion
• Gear ratio: 4.56T
• Direct OE-style replacement for select rear axle applications
• For 10.5-inch ring gear assemblies
• Package contents: ring gear and pinion gear
• Part number: 697-184

Fitment Highlights

• Fits 2001-2011 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1996-2008 Chevrolet Express 2500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1996-2008 Chevrolet Express 3500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1996-2008 GMC Savana 2500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1996-2008 GMC Savana 3500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1999-2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1989-2000 Chevrolet C2500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1989-2000 Chevrolet C3500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1989-2000 Chevrolet K2500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1989-2000 Chevrolet K3500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1989-2000 GMC C2500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1989-2000 GMC C3500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1989-2000 GMC K2500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1989-2000 GMC K3500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1989-1995 Chevrolet G20, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1989-1995 GMC G2500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1989-1991 Chevrolet R3500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1989-1991 Chevrolet V3500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1989-1991 GMC R3500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1989-1991 GMC V3500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1988 Chevrolet C2500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; 3.375 in. O.D. axle tube; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1988 Chevrolet C3500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; 3.375 in. O.D. axle tube; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1988 Chevrolet G20, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; 3.375 in. O.D. axle tube; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1988 Chevrolet K2500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; 3.375 in. O.D. axle tube; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1988 Chevrolet K3500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; 3.375 in. O.D. axle tube; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1988 Chevrolet R20, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; 3.375 in. O.D. axle tube; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1988 Chevrolet R30, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; 3.375 in. O.D. axle tube; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1988 Chevrolet V30, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; 3.375 in. O.D. axle tube; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1988 GMC C2500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; 3.375 in. O.D. axle tube; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1988 GMC C3500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; 3.375 in. O.D. axle tube; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1988 GMC G2500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; 3.375 in. O.D. axle tube; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1988 GMC K2500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; 3.375 in. O.D. axle tube; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1988 GMC K3500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; 3.375 in. O.D. axle tube; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1988 GMC R2500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; 3.375 in. O.D. axle tube; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1988 GMC R3500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; 3.375 in. O.D. axle tube; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower
• Fits 1988 GMC V3500, rear, w/4.56 axle ratio; 10.5 in. ring gear; 3.375 in. O.D. axle tube; thick gear for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower

What This Gear Set Helps Address

• Restores worn or damaged rear differential gear teeth
• Replaces a noisy or chipped ring and pinion assembly
• Supports axle ratio correction during differential rebuilds
• Addresses driveline issues tied to gear wear or improper mesh
• Serves as a replacement for GM 10.5-inch rear axle applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify axle ratio, ring gear diameter, carrier setup, and axle tube specification before installation. This Dorman 697-184 gear set is for rear applications only and is listed for vehicles with a 4.56 axle ratio and a thick gear setup for carrier 4.10 ratio and lower. Professional differential setup is recommended to ensure correct backlash, pattern, and bearing preload.

This part cross-references ZG GM14T-456T for the same application.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this as a standard replacement differential ring and pinion for direct OE-style service on listed Chevrolet and GMC applications. Part number 697-184 is built to replace the original equipment configuration on specific vehicle years, makes, and models.