Dorman 986-488 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-488 Drive Shaft Overview

The Dorman 986-488 drive shaft assembly is a complete replacement for driveline service, built as a pre-balanced unit for straightforward installation. It includes 100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints, making it a practical choice for restoring driveline function on compatible applications such as Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Mercedes-Benz E-Class vehicles.

Key Features

• Complete drive shaft assembly for driveline replacement
• Pre-balanced for installation readiness
• 100% new yokes and tubes
• Universal joints included
• Steel shaft construction
• Bolt-on end 1 and bolt-on end 2 connection types
• Drive shaft length: 62.25 in.
• Shaft diameter: 2.5 in.
• Wall thickness: 0.065 in.
• Standard replacement grade
• Part number: 986-488

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft is engineered as a direct replacement driveline component for vehicles that require a bolt-on shaft assembly with a 62.25-inch compressed length. The steel construction, new yokes, and new tubes support a complete service replacement, while the pre-balanced design helps reduce the need for additional balancing work before installation. The 986-488 is a solid option for Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Mercedes-Benz E-Class driveline repairs where the original shaft assembly has worn joints or damaged tubing.

This part cross-references Mercedes-Benz OE numbers 1154100504 and 1154106206 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Driveline vibration caused by a worn or out-of-balance shaft
• Clunking or driveline noise from failed universal joints
• Loss of smooth power transfer through the driveshaft
• Damage to the original shaft tube or yokes
• Service issues on Mercedes-Benz C-Class and Mercedes-Benz E-Class driveline assemblies

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify compressed length, bolt-on end configuration, and shaft diameter before installation. Confirm the vehicle’s driveline layout and compare the original shaft to the 62.25-inch Dorman 986-488 assembly. Inspect mounting points, flange surfaces, and surrounding driveline components for wear before bolting the replacement shaft into place.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this drive shaft as a standard replacement assembly with new core components and pre-balanced construction. The design focuses on restoring driveline service with a complete, ready-to-install shaft for confirmed applications.