{"product_id":"dorman-976-815-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-815 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 976-815 Rear Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-815 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Lexus applications. It is pre-balanced for installation and built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to replace a worn or damaged driveline assembly with a direct-fit solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction for driveline strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for smoother operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for fitment alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e58.375 in drive shaft length with 2.5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear position application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft is built for rear driveline replacement on 2009-2017 Lexus LS460 and 2008-2016 Lexus LS600h models. The steel shaft construction and complete assembly design help restore driveline function when the original shaft is worn, bent, or out of balance. Part number 976-815 is supplied as a ready-to-install replacement assembly with an adjustable overall length to support proper fitment during service. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration from a worn or unbalanced shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise caused by damaged yokes or joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play in the rear drive shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFailure from cracked, bent, or fatigued shaft tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues on Lexus LS460 and Lexus LS600h rear driveline systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear-position fitment before installation and confirm shaft length and driveline alignment against the original part. This assembly does not include a slip yoke, axle nut, or greaseable drive shaft feature. The CV joints are not included as a separate attribute listing, so confirm the vehicle configuration matches the application before service. Professional installation and final driveline inspection are recommended after replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this replacement drive shaft as a complete assembly for service use, with new components and pre-balanced construction to support consistent driveline performance. Part number 976-815 is engineered for the listed Lexus rear applications and is intended to replace the original drive shaft assembly with a direct-fit service part.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52802594963637,"sku":"BKKY-976-815","price":817.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976815_Fro.jpg?v=1784098256","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-815-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}