{"product_id":"dorman-946-278-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-278 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Driveshaft for Nissan Frontier\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman rear driveshaft is a complete replacement assembly for the Nissan Frontier. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints already assembled for a direct driveline service solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2005-2019 Nissan Frontier, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete rear driveshaft assembly for driveline replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e59.58 in overall drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 in shaft diameter with 0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-greaseable design with fixed overall length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-278 is a rear drive shaft assembly built for 2005-2019 Nissan Frontier applications. The aluminum shaft construction, 4-inch diameter, and 59.58-inch length support a direct-fit replacement for rear driveline service, while the pre-balanced assembly helps reduce the need for additional setup before installation. Dorman 946-278 is supplied as a complete unit with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints, making it a practical choice when replacing a worn or damaged rear driveshaft on a Nissan Frontier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Nissan 37300ZZ70B for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration from a worn rear driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise during acceleration or deceleration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play caused by worn CV joints or universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage to the shaft tube, yokes, or related driveline components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues on a Nissan Frontier rear driveshaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear application fitment before installation and compare the original shaft length, diameter, and mounting configuration to Dorman 946-278. Because this assembly is not adjustable and is not greaseable, confirm the vehicle’s driveline setup matches the replacement part before removal of the original driveshaft. Professional installation and post-installation inspection of driveline alignment are recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this rear driveshaft as a complete, pre-balanced assembly with all-new major wear components for a straightforward replacement process. Part number 946-278 is built to replace the original rear driveshaft on listed Nissan Frontier models and is backed by Dorman’s product engineering standards.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798252155061,"sku":"BKKY-946-278","price":566.46,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946278_Ang.jpg?v=1784007594","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-278-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}