Dorman 986-258 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-258 Rear Driveshaft for Mercedes-Benz C240

Dorman 986-258 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select 2001-2003 Mercedes-Benz C240 models. It is pre-balanced for installation and built with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and CV joint components as specified by the manufacturer.

Key Features

• Direct replacement drive shaft assembly for rear applications
• Pre-balanced for installation
• Steel shaft construction with a 2.5 in diameter
• 63.62 in drive shaft length and 63.6 in compressed length
• Triprong end 1 and triprong end 2 configuration
• Universal joints included; CV joints not included
• No slip yoke, no greaseable drive shaft, and no adjustable overall length

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft assembly, part number 986-258, is built for rear driveline service on 2001-2003 Mercedes-Benz C240 vehicles. The assembly uses steel construction with a 0.083 in wall thickness and arrives pre-balanced to reduce the need for additional setup before installation. It is supplied with 100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints, and it uses triprong connections at both ends. For buyers searching for a Mercedes-Benz C240 rear drive shaft replacement, Dorman 986-258 provides the key dimensions and component layout needed for a direct driveline repair.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286) for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Driveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft
• Clunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints
• Excess play caused by damaged yokes or tube wear
• Loss of smooth power transfer to the rear axle
• Service issues on a Mercedes-Benz C240 rear driveshaft assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear-position fitment before ordering. Confirm the vehicle is a 2001-2003 Mercedes-Benz C240 and compare the triprong end configuration, compressed length, and overall shaft dimensions to the original part. Because this assembly is not adjustable and does not include a slip yoke, accurate vehicle identification is important for proper installation. The part number 986-258 should be matched against the removed driveshaft and OE references before service begins.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this driveshaft as a complete replacement assembly with new structural and joint components. The pre-balanced design and new yokes, tubes, and universal joints support consistent driveline service for Mercedes-Benz C240 rear driveshaft replacement applications.