Dorman 986-685 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-685 Rear Drive Shaft

Restore driveline function with this complete rear drive shaft assembly from Dorman. Part number 986-685 arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints already assembled for a direct replacement approach.

Compatible with 1998-2000 Isuzu Amigo, rear, and 2001-2002 Isuzu Rodeo Sport, rear, this drive shaft is built for vehicles that need a standard replacement with bolt-on ends and a steel shaft construction.

• Pre-balanced assembly for smoother driveline operation
• 100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints
• Steel shaft construction with 2.5 in. shaft diameter
• Bolt-on end design at both ends
• Pre-greased with grease fitting included
• Slip yoke included; phased at 0 degrees
• Compressed length: 33.25 in.; drive shaft length: 34.625 in.
• Standard replacement grade for rear driveline service

Detailed Product Overview

Dorman 986-685 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Isuzu applications, including the 1998-2000 Isuzu Amigo and 2001-2002 Isuzu Rodeo Sport. It is built as a direct replacement for worn or damaged driveline components, using new steel tubes, new yokes, and new joints to simplify service and reduce the need to rebuild individual parts. The assembly is pre-balanced and phased at 0 degrees, helping maintain proper driveline geometry after installation.

This part cross-references OE numbers 8972014540 and 8972321720 for the same application. The Dorman 986-685 part number is also useful when verifying the correct rear drive shaft for Isuzu Rodeo Sport and Isuzu Amigo driveline repair.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Vibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear driveshaft
• Clunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints
• Binding or rough operation from damaged CV joints
• Excessive play caused by worn yokes or shaft components
• Service delays from rebuilding multiple driveline parts separately

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm rear-position fitment before ordering: Fits 1998-2000 Isuzu Amigo, rear, and Fits 2001-2002 Isuzu Rodeo Sport, rear. Verify compressed length, flange-to-flange length, and end type against the original shaft before installation. Because this assembly is pre-balanced and phased, install it in the correct orientation and inspect related driveline mounts and seals during service.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this drive shaft as a standard replacement assembly with new internal and external driveline components. The pre-greased design and included grease fitting support serviceability after installation.