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Dorman 986-506 Drive Shaft - Rear

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Fitment: Ford, Expedition
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Dorman 986-506 Drive Shaft for Ford Expedition

Dorman 986-506 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for the Ford Expedition with an 8.8 in. axle. It is pre-balanced for installation and built with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and a steel shaft for a direct driveline replacement.

Key Features

  • Complete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service
  • Pre-balanced for installation
  • 100% new yokes, tubes, and universal joints
  • Steel shaft construction
  • Slip yoke end 1 and bolt-on end 2
  • 56.125 in. compressed length
  • 3 in. shaft diameter and 0.083 in. wall thickness
  • Standard replacement grade

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft, part number 986-506, is built for 2018-2024 Ford Expedition rear applications with an 8.8 in. axle. It is a complete assembly that arrives pre-balanced and uses all-new yokes, tubes, and universal joints to replace a worn or damaged driveline component without rebuilding the original shaft. The steel construction, 56.125 in. compressed length, 3 in. shaft diameter, and 0.083 in. wall thickness support a direct-fit replacement for the specified Expedition configuration. This part cross-references Ford OE numbers JL1Z4602C and JL1Z4602F 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
  • Damage to the original shaft tube or yokes
  • Excess play in the rear driveline assembly
  • Service needs on 2018-2024 Ford Expedition rear driveline systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear fitment on the vehicle and confirm the 8.8 in. axle configuration before installation. This assembly uses a slip yoke on end 1 and a bolt-on connection on end 2. Compare the original shaft length and mounting style to the part number 986-506 before removal of the existing driveline component.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this as a standard replacement drive shaft assembly with new components and pre-balanced construction for the listed Ford Expedition applications.

BrandDorman
Part Number986-506
Compressed Length56.125
10920No
10920Non
End 1 TypeSlip yoke
End 1 TypeYugo deslizante
End 2 TypeBolt on
End 2 TypeCon perno
Shaft MaterialAcero
Shaft MaterialSteel
Universal Joints IncludedOui
Universal Joints Included
Universal Joints IncludedYes
CV Joints IncludedNo
CV Joints IncludedNon
Axle Nut IncludedNo
Axle Nut IncludedNon
Grade TypeReemplazo estándar
Grade TypeStandard replacement
Shaft Diameter3
Slip YokeNo
Slip YokeNon
Drive Shaft Length (In)56.125 in
Drive Shaft Length (In)56.125 in.
Drive Shaft Wall Thickness (In)0.083 in
Drive Shaft Wall Thickness (In)0.083 in.
Espesor de la pared del eje motriz (in)0.083 in.
Longitud del eje motriz (in)56.125 in.
Longitud total ajustableNo
Overall Length AdjustableNo
Overall Length AdjustableNon

This part fits 7 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelDrive TypeWheel BasePositionNotes
2024FordExpedition4WD122.5"Rear8.8 In. Axle
2023FordExpedition4WD122.5"Rear8.8 In. Axle
2022FordExpedition4WD122.5"Rear8.8 In. Axle
2021FordExpedition4WD122.5"Rear8.8 In. Axle
2020FordExpedition4WD122.5"Rear8.8 In. Axle
2019FordExpedition4WD122.5"Rear8.8 In. Axle
2018FordExpedition4WD122.5"Rear8.8 In. Axle

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

JL1Z4602CJL1Z4602FJL1Z4602N

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.