Dorman 986-043 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-043 Drive Shaft for Ford F-150

Dorman 986-043 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Ford F-150 applications. It is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and a slip yoke for a direct replacement on the specified rear driveline setup.

Key Features

• Complete drive shaft assembly for rear installation
• Pre-balanced for installation readiness
• Aluminum shaft construction
• Transmission yoke on end 1 and flange on end 2
• Greaseable drive shaft design
• 100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints
• 66.125 in compressed length with 4 in shaft diameter
• Part number 986-043

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft is built for 2009-2010 Ford F-150 rear applications, including the 2009 Ford F-150 rear with 9.75 in. rear axle and 12-bolt differential cover. The aluminum shaft measures 66.125 in. in compressed length and uses a transmission yoke at one end and a flange at the other for the listed driveline configuration. Part number 986-043 is also a direct cross-reference for OE number 9L3Z4602G.

For Ford F-150 driveline repair, this assembly provides a ready-to-install replacement path when the original shaft is worn, damaged, or out of balance. The greaseable design and new universal joints support serviceability, while the fixed overall length and slip yoke help match the original rear driveline layout.

What It Helps Fix

• Vibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear driveshaft
• Clunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints
• Damage to the original shaft tube or yokes
• Driveline issues caused by a failing slip yoke
• Replacement needs after impact or corrosion-related wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear axle configuration, flange style, and compressed length before installation. This assembly is not adjustable, so the vehicle must match the listed Ford F-150 fitment exactly. Confirm the transmission yoke and flange interfaces, and inspect related driveline components for wear before final assembly. Part number 986-043 should be matched to the application shown for 2009-2010 Ford F-150 rear service.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new core components and pre-balanced construction for the listed application. It is engineered to replace the original driveline part number 9L3Z4602G on the confirmed Ford F-150 fitment.