{"product_id":"dorman-938-226-drive-shaft-front","title":"Dorman 938-226 Drive Shaft - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMercedes-Benz Front Drive Shaft Assembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for front driveline service on select Mercedes-Benz GL-Class and M-Class models. Part number 938-226 is pre-balanced and supplied as a complete assembly with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints for a direct replacement approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete front drive shaft assembly for driveline repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCV joints included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for fitment alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaft diameter: 2.5 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft length: 25.375 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWall thickness: 0.065 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable drive shaft: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 938-226 is a front drive shaft assembly for select 2012-2015 Mercedes-Benz GL450, GL550, GL63 AMG, ML550, and ML63 AMG applications. It is engineered with a steel shaft and new rotating components to replace a worn or damaged front driveshaft without rebuilding individual parts. This part cross-references Mercedes-Benz OE number 1664100501 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or out-of-balance front driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise during acceleration or deceleration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlay caused by worn CV joints or universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage to the shaft tube or yokes from driveline wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment issues after replacement of a failed front driveline assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify front-position fitment before ordering. This part fits 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL450, front, to 1\/06\/15; 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL550, front, to 1\/06\/15; 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG, front, to 1\/06\/15; 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML550, front, to 1\/06\/15; 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG, front, to 1\/06\/15; 2013-2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450, front; 2013-2014 Mercedes-Benz GL550, front; 2013-2014 Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG, front; 2012-2014 Mercedes-Benz ML550, front; and 2012-2014 Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG, front. Confirm driveline length and application notes against the original part before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this assembly as a complete replacement unit with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints, and it is pre-balanced for installation. The steel construction and adjustable overall length support accurate replacement on the specified Mercedes-Benz GL-Class and M-Class front driveline applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52795375091893,"sku":"BKKY-938-226","price":738.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_938226_Fro.jpg?v=1783925428","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-938-226-drive-shaft-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}