The 2020 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 has 17 drivetrain parts with verified fitment on this page — 3 part types and 2 brands, covering the 2.1L L4 DIESEL Turbocharged engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 2020 Freightliner Sprinter 3500, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. All 17 listed parts are Gear Oil (9 parts), Transfer Case Fluid (7 parts) and Drive Shaft (1 part).
The 2020 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 came with a single engine, the 2.1L L4 DIESEL Turbocharged, and every part is verified against it.
2 brands supply drivetrain parts for the 2020 Freightliner Sprinter 3500, led by VALVOLINE (16 parts) and DORMAN (1 part).
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 2020 Freightliner Sprinter 3500. 4 parts have it, including VALVOLINE VV975 (Gear Oil) and VALVOLINE VV3246 (Transfer Case Fluid). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Drive Shaft
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN | 966545 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Length: 107.5"OE Fix | View on Amazon |
This table covers the driveshafts that carry torque from the transmission or transfer case.
This group shows a single part: DORMAN 966545.
Gear Oil
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALVOLINE Popular | VV975 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Popular | 889785 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart Flex Fill | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 882505 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 723856 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil5 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 819195 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | VPS Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 888176 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Heavy Duty Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil5 Gallon Pail | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 892683 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Syngard Heavy Duty Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil208 L | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 892802 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Syngard Heavy Duty Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil15.8 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 902146 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Extended Protection Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart Flex Fill | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gear oils specified for the axle or transfer case. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking, or oil that has gone thin before the next interval. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes, not just the weight on the bottle.
VALVOLINE supplies the 9 Gear Oil parts for the 2020 Freightliner Sprinter 3500. VALVOLINE VV975 carries the "Popular" badge.
Listed part numbers: VALVOLINE VV975, VALVOLINE 889785 and VALVOLINE 882505, plus the other parts above.
Transfer Case Fluid
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALVOLINE Popular | VV3246 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Max Life Multi-Vehicle or Maxlife Multi-Vehicle Full Synthetic ATF1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Popular | 773775 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Max Life Multi-Vehicle or Maxlife Multi-Vehicle Full Synthetic ATF1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 899179 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Extended Protection Full Synthetic ATF1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 881051 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Maxlife Multi-Vehicle Full Synthetic ATF5 Gallon Bay Box | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 899177 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Extended Protection Full Synthetic ATF1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 913031 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Restore & Protect Full Synthetic ATF 1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 913033 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Restore & Protect Full Synthetic ATF1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
This table covers the fluids specified for the transfer case. Typical signs include discolored fluid, a burnt smell, or a level that keeps dropping. Use only the specification in the notes — the tables group grades because they are not interchangeable.
VALVOLINE supplies the 7 Transfer Case Fluid parts for the 2020 Freightliner Sprinter 3500. VALVOLINE VV3246 carries the "Popular" badge.
This group includes VALVOLINE VV3246, VALVOLINE 773775 and VALVOLINE 899179 and the remaining parts above.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 2020 Freightliner Sprinter 3500
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Confirm you have the 2.1L L4 DIESEL Turbocharged engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- 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: Gear Oil and Transfer Case Fluid .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 2020 Freightliner Sprinter 3500?
Our catalog currently lists 17 drivetrain parts for the 2020 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 across 3 subcategories and 2 brands, covering the 2.1L L4 DIESEL Turbocharged engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 2020 Freightliner Sprinter 3500?
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 2020 Freightliner Sprinter 3500 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 2020 Freightliner Sprinter 3500?
Every part on this page is matched to the 2.1L L4 DIESEL Turbocharged engine. 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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