Help keep your rear differential's pinion bearings properly loaded with the SKF Differential Crush Sleeve KRS146. This rear crush sleeve kit is a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications, including the 2001-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 2001-2017 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, 2003-2010 Dodge Ram 2500 and 2007-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD.
A crush sleeve is a collapsible spacer on the pinion shaft. As the pinion nut is tightened, the sleeve compresses to set pinion bearing preload.
Fitment (rear):
See the Buyer's Guide tab for engine-specific details.
Interchange: 38166-1PA0A
381661PA0A · 5086910AA
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
What does a differential crush sleeve do?
It is a collapsible spacer on the pinion shaft. When the pinion nut is tightened, the sleeve compresses to help set pinion bearing preload in the rear differential.
Can I reuse my old crush sleeve?
A used sleeve has already been crushed to its earlier setting. SKF recommends a new crush sleeve at every repair so the job lasts as long as possible.
What comes in the SKF KRS146 kit?
SKF crush sleeve kits bundle the components needed for a proper repair, which can include crush sleeves, nuts and/or washers.
Which vehicles does KRS146 fit?
It fits the rear differential on the listed Chevrolet, GMC and Dodge vehicles, including the 2001-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD and the 2003-2010 Dodge Ram 2500. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
What are signs the pinion bearing preload may need service?
Possible signs include whining or howling from the rear axle, play at the pinion yoke, or a leaking pinion seal. Diagnose the cause before replacing parts.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
