{"product_id":"dorman-946-802-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-802 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Driveshaft for Explorer Sport Trac\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-802 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac applications. It is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to simplify replacement and restore driveline function.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum shaft construction with a 4-inch shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e73.25-inch drive shaft length and 0.083-inch wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-greaseable design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft, part number 946-802, is built for rear driveline service on the Ford Explorer Sport Trac. The aluminum shaft helps keep weight down while maintaining the dimensions needed for the listed application. With a fixed overall length and slip yoke design, this assembly is intended to replace a worn or damaged rear driveshaft with a direct-fit solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Ford OE number 1L5Z4602AB 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 driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from damaged joints or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of smooth power transfer to the rear axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion, bending, or tube damage in the original shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play caused by worn driveline components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear-position fitment before installation on 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac models. Compare shaft length, slip yoke configuration, and mounting points to the original unit before removal. Because this assembly is pre-balanced, avoid altering the shaft or adding material that could affect balance during service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this replacement driveshaft as a complete assembly with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints, and it is pre-balanced for installation. Part number 946-802 is engineered for the listed rear application on the Ford Explorer Sport Trac.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798266114229,"sku":"BKKY-946-802","price":784.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946802_Ang.jpg?v=1784009642","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-802-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}