Dorman 630-205 Drive Axle Shaft - Rear Left or Rear Right

OE Replacement Drive Axle Shaft

Dorman 630-205 is a direct replacement drive axle shaft for select rear-wheel-drive Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications. It is built from carbon steel and supplied with application-specific components to match the original axle shaft setup on the vehicle.

For 1998-2002 Ford Crown Victoria, Lincoln Town Car, and Mercury Grand Marquis models with a stamped steel ABS exciter ring, this axle shaft addresses worn bearings or a damaged shaft with an OE-style replacement fit.

Key Features

• Direct replacement drive axle shaft for select rear left and rear right applications
• Carbon steel construction for drivetrain service use
• ABS tone ring installed
• Solid shaft axle design
• 28-spline axle shaft with 5-lug wheel pattern
• Length: 32.25 in.
• Package contents include axle shaft, ABS tone ring, wheel studs, wheel nuts, bearing, and seal

Detailed Description

Dorman 630-205 is engineered to replace the original axle shaft on specific Ford Crown Victoria, Lincoln Town Car, and Mercury Grand Marquis rear axle positions. The shaft is built to OE dimensions and includes the ABS tone ring already installed, helping maintain proper wheel speed signal operation on vehicles equipped with the stamped steel ABS exciter ring noted in the fitment data. This part cross-references Ford F8AZ4234DA and AXK199 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Axle shaft damage from wear, impact, or fatigue
• Noise or vibration related to a worn rear axle shaft
• ABS warning concerns tied to a damaged tone ring or axle assembly
• Rear wheel bearing and seal service needs during axle replacement
• Driveline issues on 1998-2002 Ford Crown Victoria, Lincoln Town Car, and Mercury Grand Marquis models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear left or rear right position before ordering. Confirm the vehicle uses the stamped steel ABS exciter ring configuration listed in the fitment notes. Inspect the axle housing, bearing surfaces, and seal area during installation so the replacement shaft seats correctly and the new components can operate as intended.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures direct replacement drivetrain parts to match original equipment fit and function on specified applications. Part number 630-205 is built for the listed vehicle coverage and OE-style service replacement.