Give your differential's pinion bearing a fresh outer running surface with the Timken Differential Pinion Race 02820, a tapered roller bearing cup from the brand recognized as the global leader in tapered roller bearings. It is a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1994-2008 Dodge Ram 1500, 1975-1996 Ford F-150 and 1987-1995 Jeep Wrangler. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list and engine details.
The cup is the outer race of a tapered roller bearing. It installs in the housing and gives the rollers of the matching cone a surface to roll against as the pinion turns. It is cataloged for the front outer, rear outer and rear inner positions, depending on the application.
- Tapered roller bearing specialist: Timken is recognized worldwide as the leader in tapered roller bearings.
- Built for demanding duty: Timken engineers it for higher speeds, heavier loads and longer life.
- Manages radial and axial loads: Timken's tapered roller bearing components are designed to handle both load directions and to provide durability in a compact space.
- Replace as a set: This listing is the cup, or outer race. Timken advises replacing the inner cone and the outer cup at the same time for the best reliability and life.
A whine or howl from the differential that changes on acceleration or coasting can be a sign that a pinion bearing may need replacing. Noticeable play at the pinion yoke can be another sign. Diagnose the cause before replacing parts, and set pinion bearing preload according to the vehicle service information.
Interchange: 5056S371 · 505S3221 · 540847 · KW1213 · 64AX153 · BR02820 · 550213 · 5502131
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This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
5056S371, 505S3221, 540847, KW1213, 64AX153, 02820, BR02820, 550213, 5502131
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a differential pinion race?
It is the outer race, or cup, of a tapered roller bearing on the differential pinion. The rollers of the matching cone roll against it as the pinion turns.
Does the Timken 02820 include the bearing cone?
Timken lists 02820 as a tapered roller bearing cup; the cone is a separate component. Timken recommends replacing the inner cone and the outer cup together for the best reliability and life.
Which bearing position does this race fit?
It is cataloged for the front outer, rear outer and rear inner positions, depending on the application. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section for your vehicle.
What vehicles does the Timken 02820 fit?
It fits many vehicles, among them the 1994-2008 Dodge Ram 1500, 1975-1996 Ford F-150 and 1987-1995 Jeep Wrangler. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
What are signs of a worn pinion bearing?
A whine or howl from the differential that changes on acceleration or coasting can be a sign, and so can play at the pinion yoke. Diagnose the cause before replacing parts.
