{"product_id":"dorman-946-543-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-543 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMercedes-Benz SL500 Rear Drive Shaft Assembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for 1996-1998 Mercedes-Benz SL500 rear applications and is pre-balanced for direct installation. Part number 946-543 is supplied as a complete driveline assembly with new yokes, tubes, slip yoke, and greaseable joints for a service-ready replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1996-1998 Mercedes-Benz SL500, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced drive shaft assembly for smoother driveline operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 2.5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included for the correct driveline connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design for service access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable overall length for fitment alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft length: 49.625 in; wall thickness: 0.083 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 946-543 for application-specific ordering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-543 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for the Mercedes-Benz SL500, engineered for 1996, 1997, and 1998 model years. It uses a steel shaft and arrives pre-balanced to reduce the need for additional setup before installation. The assembly includes 100% new yokes and tubes, along with greaseable driveline joints and an adjustable overall length to support proper driveline geometry. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise during acceleration or deceleration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play from worn yokes or shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues caused by a damaged slip yoke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs after shaft tube or joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear fitment for your Mercedes-Benz SL500 before installation and compare the original shaft length, diameter, and mounting configuration to part number 946-543. Inspect related driveline components, including mounts and differential connections, so the replacement shaft installs with correct alignment. Because the assembly is adjustable overall, final positioning should be checked during installation to maintain proper driveline operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft assembly as a complete replacement built with new structural components and pre-balanced preparation for installation. The design focuses on consistent fitment for the specified Mercedes-Benz SL500 rear applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798257954997,"sku":"BKKY-946-543","price":754.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946543_Fro.jpg?v=1784008473","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-543-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}