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Dorman 966-495 Drive Shaft - Rear
| Brand | Dorman 966-495 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear |
| Compressed Length | 66.25 |
| 10919 | Oui |
| 10919 | Sí |
| 10919 | Yes |
| 10920 | Oui |
| 10920 | Sí |
| 10920 | Yes |
| Wall Thickness | 0.083 |
| 11432 | 2 |
| End 1 Type | Bolt on |
| End 1 Type | Con perno |
| End 2 Type | Bolt on |
| End 2 Type | Con perno |
| Shaft Material | Acero |
| Shaft Material | Steel |
| Pre-Greased | Oui |
| Pre-Greased | Sí |
| Pre-Greased | Yes |
| Grease Fitting Included | No |
| Grease Fitting Included | Non |
| Universal Joints Included | Oui |
| Universal Joints Included | Sí |
| Universal Joints Included | Yes |
| CV Joints Included | No |
| CV Joints Included | Non |
| Axle Nut Included | No |
| Axle Nut Included | Non |
| Grade Type | Reemplazo estándar |
| Grade Type | Standard replacement |
| Shaft Diameter | 2.5 |
| Fits | Mercedes-Benz · 2 vehicles |
OE FIX design. Makes the universal joints serviceable for easier driveline maintenance.
Steel construction. Built with a 0.083 in. wall thickness for standard replacement use.
Pre-greased assembly. Supplied with universal joints installed for a ready-to-service driveline part.
Cross-references 1404108306 and 1404109606 for the same application. See all 2.
Overview
This Dorman OE FIX drive shaft is built for specific Mercedes-Benz applications that use permanently staked universal joints from the factory. It converts that service-limiting design into a serviceable setup for easier maintenance and long-term driveline service. Part number 966-495 is a standard replacement drive shaft with steel construction and bolt-on ends.
Key Features
- OE FIX design makes the universal joints serviceable.
- Steel shaft construction for driveline strength.
- Bolt-on end connections for direct replacement use.
- Pre-greased and supplied with universal joints installed.
- 66.25 in. compressed length with 0.083 in. wall thickness.
Detailed Description
Part number 966-495 is a rear drive shaft for Mercedes-Benz S320 applications. It is engineered as a standard replacement for vehicles that originally used non-serviceable, permanently staked U-joints. By making the joints serviceable, this Dorman drive shaft simplifies future maintenance without changing the basic driveline layout. The steel shaft, bolt-on ends, and pre-greased construction support straightforward installation and routine serviceability.
This part cross-references Mercedes-Benz OE numbers 1404108306 and 1404109606 for the same application. For Mercedes-Benz S320 driveline repair, 966-495 provides a direct replacement path where the original shaft design made service more difficult.
Common Uses
- Replacing a worn or damaged rear drive shaft.
- Restoring driveline rotation after U-joint wear.
- Addressing vibration or noise related to shaft wear.
- Servicing a shaft that originally used non-serviceable U-joints.
Installation Notes
Compatible with 1995 Mercedes-Benz S320, rear, from VIN A208408, and 1996 Mercedes-Benz S320, rear. Verify flange and length requirements before installation. The shaft uses bolt-on end connections and overall length is not adjustable.
Quality Assurance
Dorman OE FIX parts are engineered to address common original-equipment service limitations while maintaining standard replacement fit and function.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Drive Type | Transmission | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Mercedes-Benz | S320 | SWB | RWD | Automatic | Rear | — |
| 1995 | Mercedes-Benz | S320 | SWB | RWD | Automatic | Rear | From VIN A208408 |
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