{"product_id":"dorman-986-489-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-489 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 986-489 Drive Shaft for Mercedes-Benz\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 986-489 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Mercedes-Benz applications. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to support a direct replacement on the vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints\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\u003e62.25 in. compressed drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.5 in. shaft diameter with 0.083 in. wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible With 1990-1992 Mercedes-Benz 300E, rear, to VIN B540393\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible With 1987-1989 Mercedes-Benz 260E, rear, to VIN B540393\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft replacement is built for rear driveline service on Mercedes-Benz 300E and Mercedes-Benz 260E applications listed above. Part number 986-489 is engineered as a complete assembly, which helps simplify replacement when the original shaft is worn, damaged, or out of balance. The steel construction, bolt-on ends, and fixed 62.25 in. compressed length support a straightforward OE-style replacement for the specified vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration from a worn or unbalanced shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from damaged joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play caused by worn yokes or shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFailure from corrosion, fatigue, or impact damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear driveline service needs on Mercedes-Benz 300E and 260E models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle fitment by year, model, rear position, and VIN note before installation. Confirm the 62.25 in. compressed length and bolt-on end type match the original driveline configuration. Inspect related driveline mounting points and hardware condition during replacement, and follow factory service procedures for torque and alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a standard replacement assembly with new internal and external driveline components. The pre-balanced design supports installation on the specified Mercedes-Benz applications without additional shaft rebuilding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808213168309,"sku":"BKKY-986-489","price":863.07,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986489_Fro.jpg?v=1784183010","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-489-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}