{"product_id":"dorman-946-258-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-258 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 946-258 Rear Drive Shaft for Nissan Frontier\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman rear drive shaft is a complete replacement assembly for select 2001-2004 Nissan Frontier models. It arrives pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to simplify driveline service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement rear drive shaft for select Nissan Frontier applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for smoother driveline operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 2.5 in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e68.81 in overall drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 in wall thickness for the specified application\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\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for Rear Driveline Service\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-258 is engineered as a complete rear driveshaft assembly for 2001-2004 Nissan Frontier trucks. It is a practical OE-style replacement when the original shaft is worn, damaged, or out of balance. The steel construction, fixed length, and pre-balanced design support a straightforward driveline repair on the Nissan Frontier rear application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Nissan OE part number 370001Z600 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 rear driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage to the original shaft tube or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play in the rear driveline assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService needs on a 2001-2004 Nissan Frontier rear driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear application, shaft length, and driveline configuration before installation. Compare the original shaft to Dorman 946-258 to confirm overall length, diameter, and mounting points match the vehicle. Inspect related driveline components, including the differential flange and transmission-side connection, for wear before completing the repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this rear drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new internal and external driveline components. The pre-balanced design and OE-reference fitment support consistent installation on select Nissan Frontier models.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798251565237,"sku":"BKKY-946-258","price":541.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946258_Ang.jpg?v=1784007485","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-258-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}