{"product_id":"dorman-946-306-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-306 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDrive Shaft for Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-306 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks with ID AA3K. It arrives pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to simplify replacement and restore driveline function.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e67.71 in drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear position application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft, part number 946-306, is built as a direct replacement for rear driveline service on 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2014-2018 GMC Sierra 1500 models with ID AA3K. The steel shaft uses a fixed overall length of 67.71 inches and a 3.5-inch diameter, with a 0.083-inch wall thickness for a service-ready OE-style fit. The assembly includes a slip yoke and is supplied as a complete driveshaft for the listed rear applications. This part cross-references 22760940 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Uses\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 during acceleration or deceleration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage to yokes, tubes, or joints from wear or impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of smooth power transfer to the rear axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement after driveline service on Silverado 1500 or Sierra 1500 trucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear position fitment and confirm the vehicle uses ID AA3K before ordering. Compare the original shaft length, diameter, and slip yoke configuration to the replacement part number 946-306. Inspect related driveline components, mounting points, and seals during installation to confirm proper alignment and operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints, and it is pre-balanced for installation. That construction supports consistent driveline service on the specified Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798252613813,"sku":"BKKY-946-306","price":565.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946306_Ang.jpg?v=1784007677","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-306-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}