{"product_id":"dorman-936-604-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 936-604 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Drive Shaft for 2004 Volkswagen Passat\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman rear drive shaft is built for the 2004 Volkswagen Passat and addresses a common service challenge on vehicles with permanently staked universal joints. Part number 936-604 converts the rear driveline service point to a more maintainable design for straightforward U-joint service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction for driveline strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e66.000 in. drive shaft length with 2.5 in. shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 in. wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear position application for the 2004 Volkswagen Passat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-greaseable design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE FIX design improves serviceability of the U-joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 936-604 is a rear drive shaft for the 2004 Volkswagen Passat, engineered as an OE FIX replacement for the original shaft design. The factory-style issue on these vehicles is the use of permanently staked universal joints, which can make driveline service more difficult. This replacement shaft uses a serviceable U-joint arrangement to simplify future maintenance while maintaining the required rear driveline fitment. This part cross-references Volkswagen OE part number 3B0521101T for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear driveline vibration caused by worn shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifficulty servicing permanently staked universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise from worn or damaged rear U-joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of driveline smoothness under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed for a direct rear drive shaft replacement on a 2004 Volkswagen Passat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2004 Volkswagen Passat, rear. Confirm shaft length, diameter, and rear-position fitment before installation. Inspect related driveline components, mounting points, and U-joint condition during replacement to help ensure proper alignment and operation. Because this shaft is not adjustable, accurate vehicle identification is important before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman OE FIX parts are developed to address known service issues in original equipment designs while preserving application-specific fitment. Part number 936-604 is built as a direct rear driveline replacement for the listed Volkswagen Passat application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52795356414133,"sku":"BKKY-936-604","price":1237.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_936604_Ang.jpg?v=1783922895","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-936-604-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}