{"product_id":"dorman-946-536-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-536 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDrive Shaft for Mercedes-Benz Rear Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear driveline service on select Mercedes-Benz models. Part number 946-536 is pre-balanced and supplied as a complete replacement assembly with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints for a direct driveline repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction for driveline strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e61.5 in drive shaft length with 2.5 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\u003eGreaseable drive shaft design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for fitment alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 946-536\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-536 is a rear drive shaft assembly for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 300E, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 300TE, and 1994-1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 applications. It is built with steel tubing and a greaseable design, and it includes a slip yoke with adjustable overall length to help match the original driveline setup. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Mercedes-Benz E320 rear drive shaft replacement, 300E rear driveline repair, or 300TE rear driveshaft service, this assembly provides the core components needed for a complete swap. The pre-balanced construction helps reduce the need for additional balancing work after installation, and the new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints support a full driveline refresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\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\u003eExcess play from damaged yokes or shaft tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrease retention issues in serviceable driveline components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment problems caused by a worn slip yoke or incorrect shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear-position fitment before installation on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 300E, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 300TE, and 1994-1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 models. Confirm shaft length, slip yoke engagement, and driveline alignment against the original part before final tightening. Inspect related mounts and driveline hardware during replacement to help prevent repeat vibration or noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this drive shaft assembly as a replacement driveline component with pre-balanced construction and new core parts for service-ready installation. Part number 946-536 is engineered for the listed Mercedes-Benz rear applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798257660085,"sku":"BKKY-946-536","price":752.31,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946536_Fro.jpg?v=1784008431","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-536-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}