This page lists 28 drivetrain parts for the 1997 Geo Prizm, across 4 part types, covering both the 1.6L L4 and the 1.8L L4. Every part shows its brand, manufacturer part number and fitment notes.
On the 1997 Geo Prizm, 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 (12 parts), CV Joint Boot (8 parts) and Gear Oil (6 parts). The other 1 part type covers the remaining 2 parts.
The 1997 Geo Prizm was sold with both the 1.6L L4 and the 1.8L L4. 25 parts fit every engine; the other 3 are engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
The most listed brands for 1997 Geo Prizm drivetrain parts are DORMAN (4 parts), CARDONE (3 parts) and APWI (3 parts), plus 9 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement, Economy and Multi-Vehicle.
6 parts on this 1997 Geo Prizm page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including GSP NCV69517 (CV Axle) and DORMAN 614001 (CV Joint Boot). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
CV Axle
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARDONE Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | 605124 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | 605125 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GSP Popular Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | NCV69517 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Popular Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | TO8018 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Popular Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | TO8012 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| APWI Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | TO8003 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Leftwithout Anti-lock Brakes | View on Amazon |
| APWI Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | TO8003A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left4-Wheel ABS (ABS Sensors on all 4 Wheels) | View on Amazon |
| APWI Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | TO8004A | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right4-Wheel ABS (ABS Sensors on all 4 Wheels) | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | 665125 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right4-Wheel ABS (ABS Sensors on all 4 Wheels) | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | NCV69520 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | TN20278 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | TN20279 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | 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.
12 CV Axle parts for the 1997 Geo Prizm come from 5 brands — CARDONE, APWI, GSP and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is GSP NCV69517. Every part fits both the 1.6L L4 and the 1.8L L4.
The Economy section lists 2 options from CARDONE — the catalog's value-priced group. CARDONE 605124 is listed in this group.
In the Standard Replacement grade, APWI, GSP, TRAKMOTIVE and 2 other brands supply 10 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is GSP NCV69517.
CV Joint Boot
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN Popular Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | 614001 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Joint Diameter 3.58"Shaft End Inside Diameter .93" | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN Popular Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | 03680 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | OuterJoint Diameter 3.83" | View on Amazon |
| BECK/ARNLEY Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | 1032762 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Outer | View on Amazon |
| BECK/ARNLEY Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | 1032763 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Inner | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | 614002 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Joint Diameter 3.3"Shaft End Inside Diameter 0.87" | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | 614700 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | OuterQuick-Boot | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | DX898 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Inner | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | DX523 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Outer | 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.
8 CV Joint Boot parts for the 1997 Geo Prizm come from 3 brands — DORMAN, BECK/ARNLEY and MEVOTECH. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 614001. Every part fits both the 1.6L L4 and the 1.8L L4.
Part numbers include DORMAN 614001, DORMAN 03680 and BECK/ARNLEY 1032762, among others listed above.
Differential Seal
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCHAEFFLER Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | SS2374 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 4 speed trans.1.9" O.D. X 0.31" Width | View on Amazon |
| TIMKEN Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | 710416 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Automatic trans. | 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 are listed for the 1997 Geo Prizm, from SCHAEFFLER and TIMKEN. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1997 Prizm.
This group includes SCHAEFFLER SS2374 and TIMKEN 710416.
Gear Oil
Dexron
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOBIL Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | 123130 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | ATF D/M1 Quart | View on Amazon |
Multi-Vehicle
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOBIL Popular Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | 126505 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Multi-Vehicle ATF | View on Amazon |
| MOBIL Fits: all 1997 Prizm engines | 112980 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Synthetic ATF | View on Amazon |
SAE 75W-90
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IDEMITSU Fits: 1.6L L4 | 30305024750 | 🇺🇸 US | 75W90 Racing Gear Oil1 Quart | View on Amazon |
Type T-4 (Type T-IV)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IDEMITSU Fits: 1.8L L4 | 30040093750 | 🇺🇸 US | ATF Type TLS1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| IDEMITSU Fits: 1.8L L4 | 30040093953 | 🇺🇸 US | ATF Type TLS5 Quart | 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.
6 Gear Oil parts for the 1997 Geo Prizm come from 2 brands — MOBIL and IDEMITSU. The "Popular" part is MOBIL 126505. 3 parts fit every engine; the other 3 are engine-specific.
The Dexron section lists 1 option from MOBIL — grouped under the catalog's "Dexron" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. MOBIL 123130 is listed in this group.
The Multi-Vehicle section lists 2 options from MOBIL — grouped under the catalog's "Multi-Vehicle" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. MOBIL 126505 is listed in this group.
The SAE 75W-90 section lists 1 option from IDEMITSU — grouped under the catalog's "SAE 75W-90" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. IDEMITSU 30305024750 is listed in this group.
The Type T-4 (Type T-IV) section lists 2 options from IDEMITSU — grouped under the catalog's "Type T-4 (Type T-IV)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. IDEMITSU 30040093750 is listed in this group.
Part numbers include MOBIL 126505, MOBIL 123130 and MOBIL 112980, among others listed above.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 1997 Geo Prizm
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 Geo Prizm?
Our catalog currently lists 28 drivetrain parts for the 1997 Geo Prizm across 4 subcategories and 12 brands, covering both the 1.6L L4 and the 1.8L L4. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do drivetrain parts differ between 1997 Geo Prizm engines?
Some do. 25 parts fit every engine; the other 3 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 Geo Prizm?
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 Geo Prizm 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 Geo Prizm?
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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