Dorman 697-557 rear drive shaft slip yoke for the 1976-1998 Chevrolet Camaro and other vehicles joins the rear driveshaft to the transmission or transfer case. The yoke slides along the splines so the driveshaft can change length as the suspension moves.
- Dorman OE Solutions line, standard replacement grade
- Steel yoke with 26 splines and a 1.17 in spline inside diameter
- Inside universal joint style with a 1.12 in bearing cap diameter
- Designed and evaluated to assure safe operation
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 697-557 drive shaft slip yoke
- Fits: 1976-1998 Chevrolet Camaro and other vehicles
- Position: Rear driveshaft at transmission, rear driveshaft at transfer case
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
Vibration, a clunk from the driveline or a yoke that has failed outright are the usual reasons to replace a slip yoke. These signs alone do not prove the yoke is the problem, since a worn universal joint can cause them too.
Fits
The 1976-1998 Chevrolet Camaro, the 1976-1985 Chevrolet Impala and the 1978-1983 Chevrolet Malibu are vehicles this slip yoke fits, along with a wide range of other models, as a direct replacement for the original equipment yoke. The 1976-1998 Chevrolet Camaro takes one. Owners of other cars can find their year and model in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: rear driveshaft at transmission, rear driveshaft at transfer case
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Overall length: 6.46 in
- Length, axis 1: 3.67 in
- Shaft length: 3.6 in
- Shaft diameter: 1.5 in
- Spline inside diameter: 1.17 in
- Spline count: 26
- U-joint bearing cap diameter, axis 1: 1.12 in
Build and materials
- Type: slip yoke, standard replacement grade
- Material: steel
- Universal joint style: inside
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: Taiwan
In the box
One slip yoke. The universal joint, bearing caps, bearing straps, U-bolts, grease fitting and shaft are not included, so plan on new U-bolts and straps rather than reusing the old ones.
Interchange: 07812557 · 07819070 · 26004469 · 26039762 · 26047426
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
07812557, 07819070, 26004469, 26039762, 26047426
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dorman 697-557 the right slip yoke for a 1976-1998 Chevrolet Camaro?
Yes. Dorman 697-557 fits the 1976-1998 Chevrolet Camaro, which takes one. Owners of other cars can look up their year and model in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Does this Dorman slip yoke come with a universal joint and bearing caps?
No. Dorman 697-557 is one slip yoke only; the universal joint, bearing caps, bearing straps, U-bolts, grease fitting and shaft are not included.
How many splines and what spline inside diameter does this slip yoke have?
This slip yoke has 26 splines and a 1.17 in spline inside diameter. Its shaft diameter is 1.5 in and its overall length is 6.46 in.
How can I tell if my rear driveshaft slip yoke is worn?
Vibration or a clunking noise from the driveline can be signs a slip yoke is worn or failing. Have the driveline inspected promptly by a shop rather than driving on it.
Does Dorman 697-557 replace number 26004469?
Yes. 26004469 is one of the numbers Dorman 697-557 replaces, along with 07812557, 07819070, 26039762 and 26047426.
