{"product_id":"dorman-946-804-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-804 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 946-804 Rear Driveshaft for Explorer Sport Trac\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestore rear driveline function with this Dorman drive shaft assembly for the 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, rear. Part number 946-804 is a complete aluminum driveshaft assembly that arrives pre-balanced for installation and includes new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum shaft construction for a lightweight driveline replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for smoother operation after installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e77.5 in drive shaft length with 4 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 946-804\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-804 is a rear drive shaft assembly built for direct replacement on the Ford Explorer Sport Trac. It is engineered as a complete driveline component with aluminum shaft material, a slip yoke, and factory-style dimensions that support proper fitment in the 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac rear application. This part cross-references Ford OE number 1L5Z4602BC for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse this Dorman driveshaft when the original rear shaft shows wear, vibration, or driveline noise and a full assembly replacement is needed. The pre-balanced design helps simplify replacement, while the new internal components reduce the need to rebuild an existing shaft. Part number 946-804 is a practical choice for Ford Explorer Sport Trac rear driveshaft service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Driveshaft Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or noise from worn driveline joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage to the original shaft tubes or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear driveline service needs on a 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement of a shaft that no longer maintains smooth rotation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear application fitment before installation on the 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. Confirm shaft length, diameter, and slip yoke configuration against the removed part to ensure proper replacement. Inspect related driveline mounting points and surrounding components for wear before installing the new assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this driveshaft as a complete replacement assembly with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints, and it is pre-balanced for installation. Part number 946-804 is built to replace the rear driveshaft used on the Ford Explorer Sport Trac application listed above.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798266146997,"sku":"BKKY-946-804","price":788.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946804_Ang.jpg?v=1784009649","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-804-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}