{"product_id":"dorman-936-649-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 936-649 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Drive Shaft for Audi A4 Quattro\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman rear drive shaft is built for 2002-2003 Audi A4 Quattro applications and addresses a common service issue found on the original shaft design. Part number 936-649 replaces the rear driveline assembly with a steel shaft that uses serviceable universal joints for easier maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2003 Audi A4 Quattro, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2002 Audi A4 Quattro, rear, from VIN 8E-2-000 001\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction for driveline service replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.5 in. shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e65.375 in. drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 in. wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE FIX design with serviceable U-joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-greaseable and non-adjustable design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 936-649 is a rear drive shaft for Audi A4 Quattro models that need a direct driveline replacement with improved serviceability. The OE FIX design replaces permanently staked universal joints with serviceable U-joints, making future maintenance simpler than the original factory configuration. Built from steel with a 2.5-inch shaft diameter and 0.083-inch wall thickness, this rear driveshaft is specified for 2002 Audi A4 Quattro from VIN 8E-2-000 001 and 2003 Audi A4 Quattro rear applications. This part cross-references Audi 8E0521101C for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn or damaged rear driveshaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration caused by shaft wear or imbalance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise from failing universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService difficulty caused by staked factory U-joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of driveline smoothness in Audi A4 Quattro rear applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear fitment by year and VIN before ordering, especially for 2002 Audi A4 Quattro vehicles. Confirm shaft length and driveline configuration against the original part before installation. Inspect related driveline components, including mounts and joints, during replacement to help ensure proper operation after service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman OE FIX parts are engineered to address known service issues in original equipment designs while maintaining application-specific fitment for the listed Audi A4 Quattro models.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52795358380213,"sku":"BKKY-936-649","price":1263.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_936649_Ang.jpg?v=1783923097","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-936-649-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}