{"product_id":"dorman-946-697-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-697 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDrive Shaft for Silverado and Sierra HD\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear applications on select Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD and 3500 HD, plus GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD models. Part number 946-697 is a complete replacement assembly that arrives pre-balanced for installation and uses all-new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for smoother operation after replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 3.5 in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e105.50 in drive shaft length with 0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design for serviceability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for proper driveline setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 946-697\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-697 is a rear drive shaft assembly for 2011-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD and Silverado 3500 HD, as well as 2011-2016 GMC Sierra 2500 HD and Sierra 3500 HD. It is engineered as a direct driveline replacement with steel shaft material, a greaseable design, and adjustable overall length to help match the original driveline setup. This part cross-references OE number 20914850 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the assembly is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints, it supports a complete driveline repair rather than a partial component swap. Part number 946-697 is a practical choice when servicing rear driveline wear on Silverado HD and Sierra HD trucks.\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 from worn joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play caused by fatigued yokes or tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues related to a damaged rear drive shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrease service concerns on a non-serviceable or worn assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear application, shaft length, and driveline configuration before installation. Confirm that the replacement shaft matches the vehicle’s original dimensions and mounting points on 2011-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD, GMC Sierra 2500 HD, and GMC Sierra 3500 HD models. Inspect related driveline components, including mounts and companion hardware, for wear before completing the repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft assembly as a complete replacement unit with new major driveline components and pre-balanced construction for consistent fit and function in the listed Silverado HD and Sierra HD applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798264377525,"sku":"BKKY-946-697","price":540.14,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946697_Fro.jpg?v=1784009295","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-697-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}