30 Drivetrain parts are listed for the 1997 Buick Park Avenue, in 8 part types, covering both the 3.8L V6 and the 3.8L V6 Supercharged. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
On the 1997 Buick Park Avenue, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. Most of the listed parts are CV Axle (16 parts), CV Joint Boot (6 parts) and Differential Seal (2 parts). The other 5 part types cover the remaining 6 parts.
The 1997 Buick Park Avenue was sold with both the 3.8L V6 and the 3.8L V6 Supercharged. 21 parts fit every engine; the other 9 are engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
11 brands supply drivetrain parts for the 1997 Buick Park Avenue, led by TRAKMOTIVE (4 parts), GM GENUINE (3 parts) and CARDONE (3 parts), plus 8 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement, Heavy Duty and Economy.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1997 Buick Park Avenue. 4 parts have it, including GSP NCV10235 (CV Axle) and DORMAN 614003 (CV Joint Boot). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Axle Shaft Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM GENUINE Fits: all 1997 Park Avenue engines | 24202835 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right4 speed Automatic trans. | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals where an axle shaft exits the housing. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
One part is listed for the 1997 Buick Park Avenue — GM GENUINE 24202835.
CV Axle
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARDONE Fits: all 1997 Park Avenue engines | 601255 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufacturedwith Standard Neoprene Outboard Boot | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE Fits: 3.8L V6 Supercharged | 601198 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
Heavy Duty
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARDONE Fits: all 1997 Park Avenue engines | 661255HD | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with Heavy Duty Thermoplastic Outboard Boot | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: all 1997 Park Avenue engines | NCV10235XD | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Xtreme Duty CV AxleFor Extreme Operating Temperatures | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Fits: all 1997 Park Avenue engines | TN20034XD | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Xtreme Duty | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: all 1997 Park Avenue engines | GM8045HDX | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Extreme Duty | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GSP Popular Fits: all 1997 Park Avenue engines | NCV10235 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Popular Fits: all 1997 Park Avenue engines | TN20034 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Popular Fits: all 1997 Park Avenue engines | GM8045 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Does Not Include ABS Ring | View on Amazon |
| APWI Fits: all 1997 Park Avenue engines | GM8222 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| APWI Fits: 3.8L V6 | GM8125 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| APWI Fits: 3.8L V6 Supercharged | GM8122 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 3.8L V6 Supercharged | NCV10216 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Fits: 3.8L V6 Supercharged | TN20028 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 3.8L V6 | GM8167 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Does Not Include ABS Ring | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 3.8L V6 Supercharged | GM8156 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Does Not Include ABS Ring | View on Amazon |
This table covers the complete CV axle shafts from differential (or hub) to wheel. Typical signs include a click in tight turns, grease flung around the wheel well, or a vibration that builds with speed. A torn boot caught early is a boot kit; caught late it is the whole axle. Torque the axle nut to the method in the notes.
16 CV Axle parts are listed for the 1997 Buick Park Avenue, from TRAKMOTIVE, CARDONE, GSP and 2 other brands. GSP NCV10235 carries the "Popular" badge. 9 parts fit every engine; the other 7 are engine-specific.
In the Economy grade, CARDONE supplies 2 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is CARDONE 601255.
The Heavy Duty section lists 4 options from CARDONE, GSP, TOP NOTCH and 1 other brand — rated for severe service. CARDONE 661255HD is listed in this group.
The Standard Replacement section lists 10 options from TRAKMOTIVE, APWI, GSP and 1 other brand — built to original-equipment specification. GSP NCV10235 is listed in this group.
CV Joint Boot
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN Popular Fits: all 1997 Park Avenue engines | 614003 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | OuterJoint Diameter 3.44" | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN Fits: all 1997 Park Avenue engines | 614004 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | InnerJoint Diameter 3.50" | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN Fits: all 1997 Park Avenue engines | 614700 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | OuterQuick-Boot | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH Fits: 3.8L V6 | DX508 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Inner | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH Fits: all 1997 Park Avenue engines | DX524 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Outer | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH Fits: 3.8L V6 Supercharged | DX553 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Inner | View on Amazon |
This table covers the boots that keep grease in a CV joint. Typical signs include a split boot, grease flung around the joint, or a click once grit is inside. A boot caught early is a kit. Once the joint has clicked, the joint itself is usually worn.
6 CV Joint Boot parts are listed for the 1997 Buick Park Avenue, from DORMAN and MEVOTECH. DORMAN 614003 carries the "Popular" badge. 4 parts fit every engine; the other 2 are engine-specific.
Listed part numbers: DORMAN 614003, DORMAN 614004 and DORMAN 614700, plus the other parts above.
CV Joint Boot Band
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM GENUINE Fits: all 1997 Park Avenue engines | 364038 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Outboard OuterLarge Clamp | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bands that clamp a CV boot to the joint.
This group shows a single part: GM GENUINE 364038.
CV Joint Lock Ring
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM GENUINE Fits: all 1997 Park Avenue engines | 24205145 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front InnerOUTPUT SHAFT | View on Amazon |
This table covers the CV Joint Lock rings.
This group shows a single part: GM GENUINE 24205145.
Differential Pinion Repair Sleeve
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL Fits: all 1997 Park Avenue engines | 99193 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front | View on Amazon |
This table covers the wear sleeves used to restore a grooved pinion seal surface.
One part is listed for the 1997 Buick Park Avenue — NATIONAL 99193.
Differential Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATP Fits: all 1997 Park Avenue engines | NO87 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | RightTrans. code 4T65-E | View on Amazon |
| PIONEER Fits: all 1997 Park Avenue engines | 759028 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | RightTrans. code 4T65-E | View on Amazon |
This table covers the seals at the Differential. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again.
2 Differential Seal parts for the 1997 Buick Park Avenue come from 2 brands — ATP and PIONEER. Every part fits both the 3.8L V6 and the 3.8L V6 Supercharged.
Part numbers include ATP NO87 and PIONEER 759028.
Transfer Case Low Gear Roller Bearing
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PIONEER Fits: all 1997 Park Avenue engines | 764012 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Trans. code 4T65-ERoller Clutch | View on Amazon |
| PIONEER Fits: all 1997 Park Avenue engines | 764024 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Trans. code 4T65-ERoller Clutch | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Transfer Case Low Gear Roller bearings. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly.
2 Transfer Case Low Gear Roller Bearing parts for the 1997 Buick Park Avenue come from PIONEER. Every part fits both the 3.8L V6 and the 3.8L V6 Supercharged.
Listed part numbers: PIONEER 764012 and PIONEER 764024.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 1997 Buick Park Avenue
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Match the engine first. Some drivetrain parts fit every engine; others are engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: CV Axle and CV Joint Boot .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 1997 Buick Park Avenue?
Our catalog currently lists 30 drivetrain parts for the 1997 Buick Park Avenue across 8 subcategories and 11 brands, covering both the 3.8L V6 and the 3.8L V6 Supercharged. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do drivetrain parts differ between 1997 Buick Park Avenue engines?
Some do. 21 parts fit every engine; the other 9 are engine-specific. Each row (and the filter at the top) shows which. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 1997 Buick Park Avenue?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1997 Buick Park Avenue was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1997 Buick Park Avenue?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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