{"product_id":"dorman-946-373-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-373 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Driveshaft for Montero Sport\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear driveline replacement on 2000-2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport models. Part number 946-373 arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, and universal joints for a complete service replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2000-2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 2.5 in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e61.125 in drive shaft length and 0.065 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for fitment alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 946-373\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-373 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for the Mitsubishi Montero Sport, engineered as a direct replacement for the original driveline component on 2000, 2001, 2002, and 2003 models. The steel shaft uses a 2.5-inch diameter and 0.065-inch wall thickness, with an adjustable overall length to help match the vehicle application. This assembly includes a slip yoke and is supplied pre-balanced to reduce the need for additional driveline setup. Part number 946-373 is also cross-referenced to MR528736 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems It 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 or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play caused by damaged shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues after corrosion or structural wear in the original shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment problems when replacing a damaged rear driveline assembly on a Montero Sport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear application fitment before installation on your Mitsubishi Montero Sport. Confirm shaft length, slip yoke engagement, and driveline alignment against the original part before final tightening. Because this assembly is pre-balanced, avoid altering the shaft or adding modifications that could affect balance. Part number 946-373 should be matched to the vehicle’s rear driveline configuration for proper installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft assembly as a complete replacement unit with new yokes, tubes, and universal joints, and it is pre-balanced for installation readiness. The part is built to replace the original rear driveshaft on 2000-2003 Mitsubishi Montero Sport models.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798254481589,"sku":"BKKY-946-373","price":743.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946373_Fro.jpg?v=1784008004","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-373-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}