Dorman 986-457 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-457 Rear Drive Shaft

Dorman 986-457 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Lexus LX570 and Toyota Land Cruiser applications. It is pre-balanced for installation and built with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and a steel shaft for a direct replacement on the rear driveline.

Key Features

• Complete drive shaft assembly for rear position service
• Pre-balanced for smoother installation and driveline operation
• 100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints
• Steel shaft construction with 3-inch shaft diameter
• 48-inch drive shaft length with 46.5-inch compressed length
• Bolt-on end 1 and bolt-on end 2 for straightforward mounting
• Standard replacement grade for OE-style service
• Slip yoke included

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft is built for rear driveline replacement on 2016-2021 Lexus LX570 and 2016-2021 Toyota Land Cruiser models. Part number 986-457 is supplied as a complete assembly, which helps reduce the time needed to source separate driveline components during repair. The design uses steel construction, a 0.083-inch wall thickness, and universal joints already installed. CV joints are not included. This part cross-references Toyota 3711060C20 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
• Excessive play caused by damaged yokes or shaft wear
• Rear driveline service needs on Lexus LX570 and Toyota Land Cruiser
• Replacement of a bent or fatigued rear drive shaft assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Compatible With 2016-2021 Lexus LX570, rear, and 2016-2021 Toyota Land Cruiser, rear. Verify compressed length, bolt-on end configuration, and overall driveline alignment before installation. Inspect companion flange condition, mounting surfaces, and surrounding driveline components during replacement. Because this assembly is pre-balanced, avoid altering the shaft or adding unapproved weights after installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this as a standard replacement drive shaft assembly with new yokes, tubes, and universal joints already installed. The pre-balanced design supports a direct-service replacement for rear driveline repair on the listed Lexus and Toyota applications.