Overview
The Crown Automotive bearing cup, part number J3156062, is a pinion bearing cup for the 8.25 axle, also named as a Dana 300 bearing cup. It fits Dodge Dakota, Durango and Nitro vehicles from 1997 to 2011.
Check the position against the part you are replacing before ordering. This cup is the front outer position.
Key features
- Pinion bearing cup for the 8.25
- Named as a Dana 300 bearing cup
- Front outer position
- Dodge fitment spans Dakota from 1997 to 2008, Durango from 2000 to 2008 and Nitro from 2007 to 2011
Pinion cup and cone pairing
A bearing cup is the outer race that sits in the housing, while the cone is the inner race that rides on the pinion. The two are matched sets, and a new cup needs a fresh cone when the old one has been worn or pitted. Mixing a new cup with a worn cone shortens bearing life quickly.
Before pressing a cup in, clean the bore and check it for scoring or a loose fit, since a damaged bore cannot hold a new cup straight. Pinion preload is typically set with a shim and crush collar, so the job is best left to an experienced installer. Look for pitting, heat marks or rough rotation as signs that the pinion bearings need attention.
- Check the carrier bore for scoring
- Replace the cone when the cup is replaced
- Look for heat discoloration on the bearing surfaces
- Verify preload after the bearings are set
Specifications
| Brand | Crown Automotive |
|---|---|
| Part number | J3156062 |
| UPC | 848399057904 |
| Application | Pinion bearing cup, 8.25 |
| Position | Front outer |
Vehicle fitment
This cup fits:
- 1997 to 2008 Dodge Dakota (Base, Laramie, R/T, SLT, SLT Plus, ST, SXT, Sport, Sport Plus, TRX and TRX4)
- 2000 to 2008 Dodge Durango (Adventurer, Base, Limited, R/T, SLT, SLT Plus, ST, SXT and Sport)
- 2007 to 2011 Dodge Nitro (Detonator, Heat, R/T, SE, SLT, SXT and Shock)
Jeep models are not on this list. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Pressing a cup into a housing needs the proper driver and an experienced installer. Plan for that work or have a qualified technician do it.
What’s included
The bearing cup only. Check the package contents against your installation before starting, since a matching cone may be needed.
