{"product_id":"dorman-976-951-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-951 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Driveshaft for Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for the rear of the 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG and arrives pre-balanced for installation. Part number 976-951 is a complete replacement assembly with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and a steel shaft construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for direct installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 2.5 in. shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable; compressed length 73 in. and drive shaft length 75 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuadprong end 1 and quadprong end 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 976-951\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-951 is a rear drive shaft assembly for the 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG. It is engineered as a complete replacement unit with new yokes, tubes, and universal joints, and it is pre-balanced to simplify driveline service. The steel shaft uses a 2.5-inch diameter and a 0.083-inch wall thickness, with an adjustable overall length to support proper driveline fitment on the rear application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis drive shaft does not include CV joints, slip yoke, or axle nut. The end connections are quadprong on both sides, and the package contents are limited to the driveshaft assembly itself. For buyers searching for a rear Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG driveshaft replacement, Dorman 976-951 provides the core components needed to restore driveline function without rebuilding the shaft from individual parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems It Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play caused by damaged yokes or shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline service needs on a 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG rear application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement of a bent or fatigued steel driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear fitment on the 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG before installation and compare the quadprong end connections, compressed length, and overall length adjustment range to the original part. Inspect related driveline components for wear before installing the new assembly. Because this unit is pre-balanced, avoid altering the shaft during installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft assembly as a new replacement part with new yokes, tubes, and universal joints. Part number 976-951 is built for the specified rear application and is intended to replace the original driveline assembly with a ready-to-install unit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808164769973,"sku":"BKKY-976-951","price":710.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976951_Fro.jpg?v=1784179997","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-951-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}