{"product_id":"dorman-986-101-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-101 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 986-101 Rear Driveshaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eReplace the rear drive shaft on a 2001-2005 Pontiac Aztek with a complete assembly built for direct service replacement. Dorman 986-101 arrives pre-balanced and includes 100% new yokes, steel tubing, CV joints, and a greaseable design for straightforward driveline service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and constant velocity joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 3-inch shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable drive shaft design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for proper driveline setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd 1 and End 2: CV joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed length: 47.25 in; drive shaft length: 49.75 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 986-101 is a rear drive shaft assembly for the Pontiac Aztek, covering 2001-2005 models with the note that it bolts to the torque tube. This part number is built as a complete replacement rather than a partial rebuild, which helps simplify driveline service when the original shaft is worn, noisy, or out of balance. The steel shaft uses CV joints at both ends and a 0.065-inch wall thickness for a service-ready replacement. This part cross-references OE number 12560422 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixes driveline vibration caused by a worn or unbalanced rear driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaces damaged CV joints or worn shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddresses clunking or driveline noise from the rear shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestores proper torque transfer in Pontiac Aztek rear driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a direct replacement when the original shaft is no longer serviceable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With 2001-2005 Pontiac Aztek, rear, bolts to torque tube. Verify compressed length, overall length, and end type before installation. Because the assembly is pre-balanced, avoid altering the shaft or joints during handling. Confirm that the axle nut is not required for your specific service procedure, as it is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new yokes, tubes, and CV joints to support consistent fit and serviceability. Part number 986-101 is built for direct driveline replacement on the listed Pontiac Aztek applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808188559541,"sku":"BKKY-986-101","price":699.57,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986101_Fro.jpg?v=1784181078","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-101-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}