{"product_id":"dorman-966-546-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 966-546 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOE FIX Drive Shaft Serviceability\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServiceable universal joint design for simpler driveline maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with standard replacement grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased assembly with bolt-on end connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement format for the specified application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Product Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Replacement Reasons\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn or noisy universal joints in the drive shaft assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration caused by shaft wear or joint deterioration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintenance difficulty from non-serviceable factory U-joints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed to replace a damaged steel drive shaft assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Quality\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstall 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman OE FIX parts are engineered to address known service limitations in original equipment designs while maintaining a direct replacement approach for the specified application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53556052852917,"sku":"BKKY-966-546","price":1000.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_966546_FRO.jpg?v=1792392156","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-966-546-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}