{"product_id":"dorman-966-495-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 966-495 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOE FIX design makes the universal joints serviceable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction for driveline strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on end connections for direct replacement use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased and supplied with universal joints installed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e66.25 in. compressed length with 0.083 in. wall thickness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a worn or damaged rear drive shaft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring driveline rotation after U-joint wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing vibration or noise related to shaft wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServicing a shaft that originally used non-serviceable U-joints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman OE FIX parts are engineered to address common original-equipment service limitations while maintaining standard replacement fit and function.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53556045676725,"sku":"BKKY-966-495","price":672.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_966495_FRO.jpg?v=1792392014","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-966-495-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}