Dorman 986-282 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-282 Rear Drive Shaft

The Dorman 986-282 drive shaft is a complete rear driveline assembly for select Audi A5 Quattro models. It is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to simplify replacement and restore driveline function.

Key Features

• Complete drive shaft assembly for rear applications
• Pre-balanced for installation readiness
• 100% new yokes and tubes
• CV joints included; universal joints not included
• Steel shaft construction with 63 in. compressed length
• 2.5 in. shaft diameter and 0.083 in. wall thickness
• Non-adjustable design with no slip yoke

Detailed Description

This Dorman 986-282 rear drive shaft is built for 2011-2016 Audi A5 Quattro and 2011-2015 Audi A5 Quattro rear applications, including L4 120CID 2.0L (1968cc) configurations. It uses CV joints at both ends and a steel shaft design to match the original driveline layout for the listed vehicles. For buyers searching for a rear drive shaft for Audi A5 Quattro, this assembly provides a direct replacement path with the major wear components already integrated.

This part cross-references Audi OE part number 8K0521101E for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Restoring driveline rotation after a worn or damaged rear driveshaft
• Addressing vibration caused by worn CV joints or shaft imbalance
• Replacing a bent or corroded steel drive shaft assembly
• Correcting noise from driveline wear in Audi A5 Quattro rear applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear fitment by year, model, and engine configuration before installation. Inspect mating components, mounting points, and surrounding driveline hardware for wear or damage before transferring the new assembly into place. Because this drive shaft is not adjustable and does not include a slip yoke, confirm overall length and end type match the original unit on the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and pre-balanced construction for the listed Audi A5 Quattro applications. Part number 986-282 is engineered to replace the original rear driveline assembly for the confirmed fitment range.