Dorman 936-211 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 936-211 Rear Drive Shaft for Kia Sorento

Dorman 936-211 is a rear drive shaft for 2003-2006 Kia Sorento applications. It is built with a steel shaft and OE FIX construction that changes the original permanently staked universal joints to a serviceable design for easier maintenance.

For drivers searching for a rear driveshaft for Kia Sorento 2003-2006, this replacement addresses driveline serviceability while matching the original rear position application. The Dorman 936-211 rear drive shaft is built for direct replacement use on the listed vehicles.

Key Features

• Steel shaft construction for driveline strength
• Rear drive shaft application for Kia Sorento
• OE FIX design with serviceable universal joints
• 60 in drive shaft length
• 2.5 in shaft diameter
• 0.065 in shaft wall thickness
• Regular grade type
• Non-greaseable design
• Fixed overall length, not adjustable

Detailed Description

This Dorman 936-211 drive shaft is engineered for 2003-2006 Kia Sorento rear driveline service. The original equipment design on these vehicles uses permanently staked U-joints, which can make future service difficult. This replacement uses a serviceable universal joint arrangement to simplify maintenance when driveline work is needed. It is a steel rear driveshaft with a 60-inch length, 2.5-inch shaft diameter, and 0.065-inch wall thickness.

This part cross-references Kia 491003E400 and SKP SK936211 for the same application. It is a direct-fit rear drive shaft for Kia Sorento models in the listed years, including searches for Dorman 936-211 Kia Sorento rear drive shaft and 2003-2006 Kia Sorento driveshaft replacement.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Worn or damaged rear drive shaft assembly
• Service difficulty caused by staked universal joints
• Driveline vibration related to shaft wear
• Noise from failing rear driveline components
• Need for a serviceable OE-style replacement shaft

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear position fitment before installation. Confirm the vehicle is a 2003-2006 Kia Sorento and compare the original shaft length and mounting configuration before removal. Inspect related driveline components, including U-joints and mounting points, so the replacement shaft can be installed on a clean, properly aligned driveline.

Quality Assurance

Dorman OE FIX parts are built to address known service issues in the original design while maintaining application-specific fitment for the listed Kia Sorento models. Part number 936-211 is intended for rear driveline replacement on the confirmed vehicle range.