{"product_id":"dorman-966-515-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 966-515 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft is a standard replacement for the rear driveline on compatible Audi applications. It addresses the service difficulty caused by permanently staked universal joints by using a serviceable design for easier maintenance. Part number 966-515 is built for direct-fit replacement on the listed application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServiceable universal joint design for simpler driveline maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased assembly for initial installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on end connections for straightforward attachment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for fitment alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible with 2000-2001 Audi A6 Quattro, rear, this drive shaft is engineered as an OE FIX replacement for the original unit. The design replaces permanently staked U-joints with serviceable joints, which makes future maintenance more practical without changing the basic driveline application. Part number 966-515 also features steel construction, bolt-on ends, and a pre-greased assembly to support a clean replacement process. This part cross-references Audi part numbers 4B0521106A and 4B0521106D for the same application.\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 driveline that originally used non-serviceable U-joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify compressed length, flange-to-flange length, and end type before installation. Confirm the rear application and compare the original shaft dimensions to the specifications listed for part number 966-515. Pre-greased components reduce prep time, but final installation should still follow the vehicle service procedure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman OE FIX parts are engineered to improve serviceability over the original design while maintaining replacement fit for the listed application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53556046823605,"sku":"BKKY-966-515","price":1070.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_966515_FRO.jpg?v=1792392048","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-966-515-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}