{"product_id":"dorman-946-249-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-249 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Driveshaft for Nissan Pathfinder\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman rear driveshaft is a direct replacement for 1996-1999 Nissan Pathfinder models. Part number 946-249 is a complete drive shaft assembly built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints, and it arrives pre-balanced for installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1996-1999 Nissan Pathfinder, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete rear driveshaft assembly for driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for smoother operation after replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 3-inch shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e45.75-inch drive shaft length and 0.083-inch 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 with fixed overall length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-249 is built for rear driveline replacement on the Nissan Pathfinder, covering 1996, 1997, 1998, and 1999 model years. The steel shaft uses regular-grade construction and is supplied as a complete rear driveshaft assembly, which helps simplify service when the original shaft is worn, damaged, or out of balance. This part cross-references Nissan OE number 373000W710 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Issues This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or unbalanced rear driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage to the shaft tube, yokes, or joint assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play in the rear driveline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs after driveline wear or failure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear driveline measurements and vehicle fitment before installation. This driveshaft is not greaseable and overall length is not adjustable, so correct application matching is important. Inspect related driveline components, mounting points, and seals during service to confirm the replacement shaft installs cleanly and operates as intended on the Nissan Pathfinder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft assembly as a complete replacement part with new internal and external components and pre-balanced construction for service-ready installation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798251335861,"sku":"BKKY-946-249","price":589.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946249_Ang.jpg?v=1784007436","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-249-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}