Dorman 986-658 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-658 Rear Drive Shaft

Dorman 986-658 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ applications. It arrives pre-balanced and uses 100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints for a direct replacement approach on the driveline.

Key Features

• Complete drive shaft assembly for rear-position applications
• Pre-balanced for installation readiness
• 100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints
• Steel shaft construction
• Bolt-on end 1 and bolt-on end 2 design
• Compressed length: 84.125 in.
• Shaft diameter: 2.5 in.
• Drive shaft wall thickness: 0.065 in.
• Standard replacement grade
• Slip yoke: No

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft is built as a direct replacement for rear driveline service on 2013-2020 Ford Fusion and 2013-2020 Lincoln MKZ models. The assembly is pre-balanced and uses new structural and rotating components to simplify replacement of a worn or damaged rear drive shaft. Part number 986-658 is also referenced by OE number DG9Z4R602A for the same application.

Compatible With 2013-2020 Ford Fusion, rear and 2013-2020 Lincoln MKZ, rear. The steel construction, bolt-on ends, and fixed overall length help support a straightforward driveline repair when the original shaft shows wear, vibration, or joint-related failure.

What This Part Helps Address

• Driveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft
• Clunking or noise from deteriorated CV joint components
• Loss of driveline smoothness under load
• Damage to the original rear drive shaft assembly
• Service needs on rear-wheel driveline components

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear-position fitment before ordering. Confirm the compressed length of 84.125 in., bolt-on end configuration, and shaft dimensions against the original part. Inspect mounting points, flange surfaces, and surrounding driveline components before installation. Because the assembly is pre-balanced, avoid altering the shaft or joints during handling and installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this as a standard replacement drive shaft assembly with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints. The part number 986-658 is built for direct replacement service on the listed Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ rear applications.