{"product_id":"dorman-938-211-drive-shaft-front","title":"Dorman 938-211 Drive Shaft - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFront Drive Shaft for Kia Sportage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 938-211 is a front drive shaft for 1999-2002 Kia Sportage models. It addresses the service challenges created by permanently staked universal joints on the original shaft by using a serviceable OE FIX 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\u003e2-inch shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30.625-inch drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083-inch wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for proper driveline setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-greaseable design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for front driveline service on Kia Sportage applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft, part number 938-211, is built for front-position service on 1999-2002 Kia Sportage vehicles. It is intended for owners and technicians replacing a worn or difficult-to-service front drive shaft where the original assembly uses permanently staked U-joints. The serviceable OE FIX approach supports simpler future maintenance while maintaining the required driveline dimensions for the application. This part cross-references Kia 0K01125100 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems It Can Help Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn front drive shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise caused by failing universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifficulty servicing a shaft with non-serviceable staked U-joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline play related to shaft wear or damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment issues when replacing the original front shaft on a Kia Sportage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify front-position fitment before installation on 1999-2002 Kia Sportage models. Confirm shaft length, diameter, and overall driveline alignment against the removed component. Inspect related driveline components, including U-joints and mounting points, during replacement to help ensure proper operation after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman OE FIX components are engineered to address known service limitations in original equipment designs. Part number 938-211 is built as a replacement front drive shaft for the specified Kia Sportage applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52795374764213,"sku":"BKKY-938-211","price":408.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_938211_Ang.jpg?v=1783925360","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-938-211-drive-shaft-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}