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Dorman 630-217 Drive Axle Shaft - Rear Left or Rear Right

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Fitment: Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury, Crown Victoria, Town Car, and Grand Marquis
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Dorman 630-217 Rear Axle Shaft

Dorman 630-217 is a direct replacement drive axle shaft for select Ford Crown Victoria, Lincoln Town Car, and Mercury Grand Marquis rear applications. It is built from carbon steel and supplied with an ABS tone ring already installed, along with application-specific components for the axle assembly.

Key Features

  • Direct replacement axle shaft for select rear left and rear right applications
  • Carbon steel construction for strength in driveline service
  • ABS tone ring installed for vehicles equipped with anti-lock brakes
  • 28-spline solid shaft axle design
  • 32.25 in. overall length
  • Includes axle shaft, ABS tone ring, wheel studs, wheel nuts, bearing, and seal

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive axle shaft is made to replace the original axle on specific 2001-2002 Ford Crown Victoria, Lincoln Town Car, and Mercury Grand Marquis models. The part number 630-217 matches OE-style fitment for rear axle service where the shaft, bearing, or ABS tone ring has worn or failed. With the ABS tone ring installed and the correct spline and length specifications, it supports a proper repair for rear driveline and wheel-end concerns.

This part cross-references Ford 1W1Z4234DA for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

  • Broken or damaged rear axle shaft
  • Noise from a worn axle bearing area
  • ABS warning concerns related to a damaged tone ring
  • Wheel-end vibration or driveline looseness from axle wear
  • Loss of proper rear axle support on the affected side

Installation Notes and Tips

  • Fits 2001-2002 Ford Crown Victoria, rear left and rear right, with pot metal ABS exciter ring and tag numbers V018A, V026A, V040A, V058A, V059A, V062A, or V068A.
  • Fits 2001-2002 Lincoln Town Car, rear left and rear right, with pot metal ABS exciter ring and Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).
  • Fits 2001-2002 Mercury Grand Marquis, rear left and rear right, with pot metal ABS exciter ring and tag numbers V018A, V026A, V040A, V058A, V059A, V062A, or V068A.
  • Verify axle length, spline count, and ABS tone ring configuration before installation.
  • Confirm side and vehicle tag information to match the correct rear axle shaft application.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures direct replacement parts engineered to match original equipment specifications for the listed applications. Part number 630-217 is built for confirmed fitment on the specified Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury rear axle applications.

BrandDorman
Part Number630-217
ABS Tone Ring InstalledYes
Axle TypeSolid Shaft Axle
Length (In)32.25 in
MaterialCarbon Steel
Package ContentsAxle Shaft; ABS Tone Ring; Wheel Studs; Wheel Nuts; Bearing and Seal

This part fits 12 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelBody TypePositionNotes
2002FordCrown VictoriaRear LeftPot Metal ABS Exciter Ring; Tag No. V018A, V026A, V040A, V058A, V059A, V062A, or V068A
2002FordCrown VictoriaRear RightPot Metal ABS Exciter Ring; Tag No. V018A, V026A, V040A, V058A, V059A, V062A, or V068A
2002LincolnTown CarSedanRear LeftPot Metal ABS Exciter Ring; w/Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
2002LincolnTown CarSedanRear RightPot Metal ABS Exciter Ring; w/Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
2002MercuryGrand MarquisRear LeftPot Metal ABS Exciter Ring; Tag No. V018A, V026A, V040A, V058A, V059A, V062A, or V068A
2002MercuryGrand MarquisRear RightPot Metal ABS Exciter Ring; Tag No. V018A, V026A, V040A, V058A, V059A, V062A, or V068A
2001FordCrown VictoriaRear LeftPot Metal ABS Exciter Ring; Tag No. V018A, V026A, V040A, V058A, V059A, V062A, or V068A
2001FordCrown VictoriaRear RightPot Metal ABS Exciter Ring; Tag No. V018A, V026A, V040A, V058A, V059A, V062A, or V068A
2001LincolnTown CarSedanRear LeftPot Metal ABS Exciter Ring; w/Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
2001LincolnTown CarSedanRear RightPot Metal ABS Exciter Ring; w/Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
2001MercuryGrand MarquisRear LeftPot Metal ABS Exciter Ring; Tag No. V018A, V026A, V040A, V058A, V059A, V062A, or V068A
2001MercuryGrand MarquisRear RightPot Metal ABS Exciter Ring; Tag No. V018A, V026A, V040A, V058A, V059A, V062A, or V068A

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

1W1Z4234DA

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.

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