{"product_id":"dorman-946-309-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-309 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Driveshaft for Jeep Compass and Patriot\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is a direct replacement for rear driveline service on select Jeep Compass and Jeep Patriot models, plus 2007-2008 Dodge Caliber rear applications. Part number 946-309 arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints already assembled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete rear drive shaft assembly for select Jeep Compass, Jeep Patriot, and Dodge Caliber applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation without separate balancing service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 2.5 in diameter and 0.065 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes CV joints and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-greaseable design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: 80.75 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-309 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly built for vehicles that need a full driveline replacement rather than a partial repair. It uses a steel shaft and comes assembled with 100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints, helping simplify the replacement process on Jeep Compass, Jeep Patriot, and Dodge Caliber rear driveline service. This part cross-references Cardone Reman 65-3002 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse this assembly when servicing rear driveline noise, vibration, or shaft damage on 2007-2017 Jeep Compass rear, 2007-2017 Jeep Patriot rear, and 2007-2008 Dodge Caliber rear vehicles. The Dorman 946-309 is built as a regular-grade replacement with fixed overall length and a slip yoke for the listed applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear driveline vibration at speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from worn joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise caused by damaged yokes or tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues from a bent or out-of-balance shaft\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\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2007-2017 Jeep Compass, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2007-2017 Jeep Patriot, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2007-2008 Dodge Caliber, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify shaft length, mounting points, and rear driveline configuration before installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the vehicle uses the listed rear application and compare the original part number when possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this assembly as a complete replacement driveline component with new internal and external wear parts already installed. Part number 946-309 is engineered for the listed fitments and built to restore proper rear driveline function on supported Jeep and Dodge applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798252744885,"sku":"BKKY-946-309","price":558.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946309_Ang.jpg?v=1784007691","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-309-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}