{"product_id":"dorman-946-242-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-242 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Driveshaft for 2003-2004 Nissan Frontier\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman rear drive shaft assembly is built for 2003-2004 Nissan Frontier applications and is pre-balanced for installation. Part number 946-242 is supplied as a complete replacement assembly with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete rear driveshaft assembly for the Nissan Frontier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for direct replacement use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 3.5 in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e58.875 in drive shaft length and 0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-greaseable design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular grade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Product Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-242 is a rear drive shaft assembly engineered for 2003-2004 Nissan Frontier models. It uses a steel shaft and arrives pre-balanced to reduce the need for additional setup before installation. The assembly measures 58.875 inches in length and 3.5 inches in diameter, with a 0.083 inch wall thickness for the specified application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Nissan OE number 373001Z600 for the same application. For buyers searching for a 2003-2004 Nissan Frontier rear driveshaft replacement, Dorman 946-242 provides a direct-fit service part built around the listed vehicle 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 rear driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline play caused by damaged yokes or tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFailure of the original CV joint or universal joint assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed for a complete rear driveshaft replacement on a Nissan Frontier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear-position fitment before installation on 2003-2004 Nissan Frontier models. Confirm shaft length, diameter, and OE cross-reference 373001Z600 against the original part before removal. Because this assembly is pre-balanced, avoid altering the shaft or joints during installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new structural and joint components for the listed application. Part number 946-242 is built to match the specified rear driveline fitment for 2003-2004 Nissan Frontier vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798251073717,"sku":"BKKY-946-242","price":460.31,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946242_Ang.jpg?v=1784007388","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-242-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}