{"product_id":"dorman-986-409-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-409 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 986-409 Rear Drive Shaft for Mercedes-Benz E300\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestore driveline function with this Dorman drive shaft assembly for the rear of the 1995 Mercedes-Benz E300. Dorman 986-409 arrives as a complete, pre-balanced assembly with new yokes, steel tubing, and universal joints for a direct replacement approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1995 Mercedes-Benz E300, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for driveline replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 2.5 in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e62.25 in compressed drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTriprong end 1 and triprong end 2 configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniversal joints included; CV joints not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman 986-409 drive shaft is built for rear driveline service on the 1995 Mercedes-Benz E300. It uses a steel shaft with a 0.065 in wall thickness and a fixed overall length of 62.25 in, making it a direct-fit replacement for the specified application. The assembly is pre-balanced and includes new yokes, tubes, and universal joints to simplify replacement work on the Mercedes-Benz E300 rear driveline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references 1244108616 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration caused by a worn or out-of-balance shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play from damaged yokes or shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of smooth power transfer to the rear axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement needs after shaft tube or joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear application, compressed length, and triprong end configuration before installation. Confirm the existing driveline layout on the Mercedes-Benz E300 and compare shaft diameter, wall thickness, and overall length to the original part. Because this assembly is not greaseable and does not include a slip yoke or axle nut, reuse or source any vehicle-specific components required by the application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new core components and pre-balanced construction for consistent fitment on the listed vehicle application. Dorman 986-409 is engineered for direct replacement service on the rear of the 1995 Mercedes-Benz E300.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808208122037,"sku":"BKKY-986-409","price":662.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986409_Fro.jpg?v=1784182566","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-409-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}