Dorman 986-574 Drive Shaft - Rear
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Dorman 986-574 Drive Shaft - Rear

Brand Dorman 986-574
Position Rear
Compressed Length 53.25
10920 Oui
10920 Sí
10920 Yes
End 1 Type Bolt on
End 1 Type Con perno
End 2 Type Bolt on
End 2 Type Con perno
Shaft Material Acero
Shaft Material Steel
Universal Joints Included Oui
Universal Joints Included Sí
Universal Joints Included Yes
CV Joints Included No
CV Joints Included Non
Axle Nut Included No
Axle Nut Included Non
Grade Type Reemplazo estándar
Grade Type Standard replacement
Shaft Diameter 3.5
Slip Yoke Oui
Slip Yoke Sí
Slip Yoke Yes
Drive Shaft Length (In) 57.75 in
Drive Shaft Length (In) 57.75 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) 57.75 in.
Longitud total ajustable Sí
Fits Ford · 3 vehicles

Complete assembly. Pre-balanced and ready to install with new yokes, tubes, and joints.

Steel shaft. Durable steel construction for dependable driveline performance.

Bolt-on ends. Both ends use bolt-on connections for straightforward installation.

Cross-references FR3Z4R602E, FR3Z4R602H and FR3Z4R602Q for the same application. See all 5.

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Dorman 986-574 Drive Shaft for Mustang

Dorman 986-574 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select 2015-2017 Ford Mustang models with a steel design. It arrives pre-balanced and uses 100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints for a direct replacement approach.

Key Features

  • Complete drive shaft assembly for rear application
  • Pre-balanced for installation readiness
  • 100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints
  • Steel shaft construction with 3.5 in diameter
  • Compressed length: 53.25 in; drive shaft length: 57.75 in
  • Bolt-on end 1 and bolt-on end 2 connection types
  • Standard replacement grade
  • Slip yoke included
  • Universal joints included; CV joints not included

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft, part number 986-574, is built for rear driveline service on the Ford Mustang. It is a steel replacement assembly with a 0.083 in wall thickness and overall length adjustable, making it a practical OE-style solution when the original shaft is worn, damaged, or out of balance. This part cross-references Ford OE numbers FR3Z4R602E and FR3Z4R602H for the same application.

Compatible With 2015-2017 Ford Mustang, rear, steel design. The Dorman 986-574 supports driveline restoration on Mustang models that require a bolt-on rear driveshaft assembly with the listed dimensions and hardware configuration.

What It Helps Solve

  • Vibration from an out-of-balance or worn drive shaft
  • Clunking or driveline noise from worn joints or yokes
  • Damage to the original shaft tube or connection points
  • Loss of smooth power transfer to the rear axle
  • Replacement needs after driveline wear or impact damage

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify compressed length, drive shaft length, shaft diameter, and bolt-on end configuration before installation. Confirm rear-position fitment for 2015-2017 Ford Mustang applications and compare the original shaft to the replacement part number 986-574. Inspect related driveline components and mounting points for wear before final assembly.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this assembly as a standard replacement drive shaft with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints already incorporated into the design. The pre-balanced construction supports a straightforward replacement process for Mustang driveline service.

Related reading

This part fits 3 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelDrive TypeTransmissionLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2017FordMustangRWDAutomatic3.7LV6RearSteel Design
2016FordMustangRWDAutomatic3.7LV6RearSteel Design
2015FordMustangRWDAutomatic3.7LV6RearSteel Design
Directly replaces or cross-references 5 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
FR3Z4R602EFR3Z4R602HFR3Z4R602QFR3Z4R602UFR3Z4R602Y