Dorman 936-145 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman Rear Drive Shaft for Saturn Vue

This Dorman rear drive shaft is built for specific Saturn Vue applications and addresses a common service issue found on original shafts with permanently staked universal joints. Part number 936-145 updates the design with serviceable U-joints for easier maintenance and long-term driveline serviceability.

• Steel shaft construction for driveline strength
• 2.5 in. shaft diameter
• 82 in. drive shaft length
• 0.065 in. wall thickness
• Overall length adjustable for fitment alignment
• Rear drive shaft application
• Non-greaseable design

OE FIX Design Details

Dorman 936-145 is an OE FIX rear drive shaft engineered for 2002-2003 Saturn Vue and 2004 Saturn Vue rear applications up to VIN 4S886739. It is a direct-fit driveline replacement for Saturn Vue rear drive shaft service where the original assembly uses staked universal joints that are difficult to service. This part cross-references 10383960 for the same application.

What This Drive Shaft Helps Address

• Worn or damaged rear drive shaft assemblies
• Service difficulty caused by non-serviceable factory U-joints
• Driveline vibration related to shaft wear or imbalance
• Clunking or driveline noise from failing universal joints
• Loss of driveline smoothness in Saturn Vue rear applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear position and confirm vehicle fitment by year and VIN before installation. For 2004 Saturn Vue, this application is limited to vehicles up to VIN 4S886739. Inspect related driveline components, mounting points, and U-joint condition during replacement to help ensure proper operation after installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman backs this OE FIX driveline replacement with a design focused on serviceability and direct replacement fit for the listed Saturn Vue applications. Part number 936-145 is built to address the maintenance limitations of the original shaft design while maintaining the required rear driveline configuration.