Dorman 946-253 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 946-253 Rear Drive Shaft for Nissan Pickup

This Dorman rear drive shaft is built for 1995-1997 Nissan Pickup applications and arrives as a complete assembly for a direct replacement job. It is pre-balanced and uses 100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to support a smoother, ready-to-install driveline service.

Key Features

• Fits 1995-1997 Nissan Pickup, rear
• Complete rear driveshaft assembly for driveline replacement
• Pre-balanced for installation readiness
• 100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints
• Steel shaft construction
• 2.5 in shaft diameter with 60.25 in overall length
• 0.083 in wall thickness
• Non-greaseable design

Detailed Description

Dorman 946-253 is a rear drive shaft assembly for the Nissan Pickup that addresses worn or damaged driveline components with a direct-fit replacement. The steel shaft construction, fixed overall length, and pre-balanced assembly help simplify service while restoring proper rear driveline operation. This part number, 946-253, is intended for 1995, 1996, and 1997 Nissan Pickup rear applications and is also cross-referenced to Monroe Shocks & Struts 370003B805 for the same application.

For buyers searching for a 1995-1997 Nissan Pickup rear driveshaft replacement, this assembly provides the major driveline components in one unit rather than requiring separate component rebuilding. The 2.5-inch shaft diameter, 60.25-inch length, and 0.083-inch wall thickness are important fitment details when matching the correct rear drive shaft for the vehicle.

What This Part Helps Fix

• Vibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear driveshaft
• Clunking or driveline noise during acceleration or deceleration
• U-joint or CV joint wear in the rear driveline
• Damage to the shaft tube or yokes
• Loss of smooth power transfer to the rear axle

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm rear-position fitment before ordering and match the 60.25 in length, 2.5 in shaft diameter, and steel construction to the original part. Inspect companion driveline components, mounting points, and related joints for wear before installation. Because this assembly is not adjustable, accurate vehicle identification is important for proper fit on the 1995-1997 Nissan Pickup, rear.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints, and it is pre-balanced for service readiness. Part number 946-253 is built to support a direct replacement repair for the specified Nissan Pickup rear driveline application.