Dorman 936-333 Drive Shaft - Front

Dorman 936-333 Front Drive Shaft for Mercedes-Benz

Dorman 936-333 is a front drive shaft for select Mercedes-Benz applications, including E500, S430, and S500 models. It addresses service challenges found on original shafts with permanently staked universal joints by using a serviceable OE FIX design for easier maintenance.

Key Features

• Steel shaft construction for driveline strength
• 2 in shaft diameter with 0.083 in wall thickness
• 26 in drive shaft length
• Front position application
• Non-greaseable design
• Fixed-length shaft; not adjustable
• OE FIX replacement for serviceable U-joint maintenance

Product Details

This front drive shaft is built for 2003-2006 Mercedes-Benz S430, 2003-2006 Mercedes-Benz S500, and 2004-2006 Mercedes-Benz E500 front driveline service. Dorman 936-333 is engineered as a direct replacement for vehicles that originally used staked universal joints, giving technicians a more service-friendly driveline component for routine repair work. This part cross-references SK936333 for the same application.

Common Issues This Part Can Address

• Worn or noisy front drive shaft U-joints
• Vibration from driveline wear
• Difficulty servicing permanently staked universal joints
• Front driveline play or looseness
• Replacement needs on Mercedes-Benz E500, S430, and S500 front driveline systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify front driveline fitment by year, model, and position before installation. Inspect related driveline components, mounting points, and U-joint condition during service to help confirm the source of vibration or noise. Because this shaft is not adjustable, correct application matching is important for proper fit.

Quality Assurance

Dorman OE FIX parts are built to improve serviceability over the original design while maintaining application-specific fitment. Part number 936-333 is intended for direct replacement use on confirmed Mercedes-Benz front drive shaft applications.