{"product_id":"dorman-986-453-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-453 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 986-453 Rear Drive Shaft for Cadillac CTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 986-453 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select 2014-2019 Cadillac CTS models. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, steel tubing, universal joints, and CV joints excluded as specified by the part design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2014-2019 Cadillac CTS, 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 and tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on end connections at both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed length: 58.375 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaft diameter: 2.5 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWall thickness: 0.083 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: 986-453\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft is built for rear driveline service on the Cadillac CTS and is engineered as a direct replacement for the original assembly. The unit is pre-balanced and supplied with new yokes and tubes to simplify replacement work while maintaining the correct length and fitment profile. The steel shaft measures 58.375 inches in compressed length, with a 2.5-inch diameter and 0.083-inch wall thickness for a standard replacement application. Part number 986-453 also cross-references GM OE 20892620 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play caused by deteriorated yokes or joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline failure from a damaged or bent shaft tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues on a rear Cadillac CTS drive shaft replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear-position fitment before installation on 2014-2019 Cadillac CTS models. Confirm overall length, bolt-on end style, and driveline configuration against the original shaft before removal. Inspect related driveline mounting points and hardware condition during service, and torque all fasteners to the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this assembly as a standard replacement driveline component with new yokes and tubes and pre-balanced construction for installation readiness. Part number 986-453 is built for direct replacement use on the listed Cadillac CTS rear applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808212054197,"sku":"BKKY-986-453","price":580.62,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986453_Fro.jpg?v=1784182795","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-453-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}