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Dorman 966-546 Drive Shaft - Rear
| Brand | Dorman 966-546 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear |
| Compressed Length | 63.375 |
| 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 simpler driveline maintenance.
Steel construction. Standard replacement shaft with a 0.083-inch wall thickness.
Bolt-on ends. Pre-greased assembly with direct-fit connection points.
Cross-references 2124109106 for the same application. See all 1.
OE FIX Drive Shaft Serviceability
This Dorman drive shaft is built for a specific Mercedes-Benz application and addresses a common service issue with permanently staked universal joints. Part number 966-546 converts the front drive shaft design to a serviceable setup for easier maintenance.
- Serviceable universal joint design for simpler driveline maintenance.
- Steel shaft construction with standard replacement grade.
- Pre-greased assembly with bolt-on end connections.
- Direct replacement format for the specified application.
Detailed Product Overview
Dorman 966-546 is a front drive shaft engineered as an OE FIX solution for vehicles that originally used non-serviceable universal joints. The steel shaft measures 63.375 inches in compressed length, with a 0.083-inch wall thickness and a 2.5-inch shaft diameter. It uses bolt-on end types, includes universal joints, and does not use a slip yoke or CV joints. This part cross-references 2124109106 for the same application.
Compatible With Mercedes-Benz E550 applications, this drive shaft supports driveline serviceability without changing the basic replacement format. For Mercedes-Benz E550 owners, 966-546 provides a practical option when the original shaft design makes U-joint service difficult.
Common Replacement Reasons
- Worn or noisy universal joints in the drive shaft assembly.
- Driveline vibration caused by shaft wear or joint deterioration.
- Maintenance difficulty from non-serviceable factory U-joints.
- Need to replace a damaged steel drive shaft assembly.
Installation Notes and Quality
Install as a standard replacement drive shaft for the listed fitment. Verify flange and mounting dimensions before installation, and confirm the application matches the vehicle configuration. Part number 966-546 is a Dorman OE FIX design intended to simplify future service by making the universal joints serviceable.
Quality Assurance
Dorman OE FIX parts are engineered to address known service limitations in original equipment designs while maintaining a direct replacement approach for the specified application.
| Year | Make | Model | Body Type | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Mercedes-Benz | E550 | Sedan | RWD | Rear | — |
| 2010 | Mercedes-Benz | E550 | Sedan | RWD | Rear | — |
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