Dorman 630-472 Drive Axle Shaft Assembly - Front

Dorman 630-472 Front Intermediate Axle Shaft

Dorman 630-472 is a direct replacement drive axle shaft assembly for select Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner front intermediate shaft applications. It is built for vehicles with a transaxle layout and arrives ready for installation with the axle shaft, retainer clip, and bearing included.

Key Features

• Direct replacement for the original front intermediate shaft on select vehicles
• Fits 2009-2012 Ford Escape, front intermediate shaft
• Fits 2009-2011 Mercury Mariner, front intermediate shaft
• Steel construction with a 1.078 in shaft diameter
• 35-spline inboard and 35-spline outboard design
• Compressed length and overall length: 17.125 in
• Package contents include axle shaft, retainer clip, and bearing
• Part number 630-472 for catalog and fitment lookup

Detailed Description

This Dorman axle shaft assembly is made to replace the original equipment unit on select Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner models with front intermediate shaft fitment. The steel shaft uses a transaxle differential case design and matches the OE-style spline count and length for the listed applications. Dorman 630-472 is a practical choice when the axle shaft is damaged or the bearings are worn, since the assembly is supplied with the bearing and retainer clip needed for the repair.

This part cross-references Cardone New 66-2903IS for the same application.

What It Helps Repair

• Axle shaft damage from wear, impact, or corrosion
• Noise or vibration related to a worn intermediate shaft bearing
• Driveline issues tied to spline or shaft wear
• Front axle service needs on Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner transaxle setups

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify front intermediate shaft fitment by year, make, model, and transaxle configuration before installation. Inspect related seals, hub components, and surrounding driveline parts during service, since axle shaft replacement is often performed alongside a broader front-end repair. This assembly does not include an axle shaft seal, hub bearing, ABS tone ring, wheel studs, brake hardware, brake dust shield, or brake backing plate.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this axle shaft assembly as a direct OE-style replacement for the listed Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner applications. Part number 630-472 is built to match the specified dimensions and spline counts for the confirmed fitment range.