{"product_id":"dorman-936-669-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 936-669 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 936-669 Rear Drive Shaft for Audi A4 Quattro\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 936-669 is a rear drive shaft for select Audi A4 Quattro applications, built with a steel shaft and fixed dimensions for direct replacement use. It addresses the service challenges created by permanently staked universal joints by using a serviceable U-joint design for easier maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction for driveline strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e41.625 in overall drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.5 in shaft diameter with 0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear drive shaft application for Audi A4 Quattro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServiceable universal joints for simpler future maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for OE part number 8D0521101C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman OE FIX rear drive shaft is engineered for 1996-1998 Audi A4 Quattro rear driveline service, including 1998 Audi A4 Quattro rear applications built to VIN 8D-W-007 799. The design uses a steel shaft with regular-grade construction and fixed length dimensions to match the original driveline layout. Dorman 936-669 is a practical replacement when the original rear driveshaft has non-serviceable, permanently staked U-joints that make maintenance more difficult.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references OE number 8D0521101C for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Solve\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn or noisy rear driveshaft U-joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration from a damaged shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintenance issues caused by non-serviceable factory U-joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs for a bent or fatigued rear drive shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment-specific repair for Audi A4 Quattro rear driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 1996-1997 Audi A4 Quattro, rear. Fits 1998 Audi A4 Quattro, rear, to VIN 8D-W-007 799. Confirm driveline measurements and vehicle VIN before installation to verify the correct rear driveshaft application. Inspect related driveline components for wear during replacement to help ensure proper operation after service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman OE FIX parts are built to address common OE service limitations with a repair-focused design. This rear drive shaft follows the original fitment profile for the listed Audi A4 Quattro applications while adding serviceable U-joints for easier future maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52795359199413,"sku":"BKKY-936-669","price":1158.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_936669_Ang.jpg?v=1783923188","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-936-669-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}