Dorman 986-733 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-733 Rear Drive Shaft

Dorman 986-733 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select Mercedes-Benz applications. It is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to simplify replacement on the vehicle.

Key Features

• Complete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service
• Pre-balanced for installation readiness
• 100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints
• Steel shaft construction with a 2-inch shaft diameter
• Bolt-on end 1 and bolt-on end 2 connection points
• Pre-greased design
• Overall length adjustable; compressed length 81 in. and drive shaft length 81.75 in.
• Multi-piece shaft design with no slip yoke

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft replacement is built for rear applications on the Mercedes-Benz GLA250, B250, CLA250, CLA45 AMG, and GLA45 AMG. The assembly is intended to replace worn or damaged driveline components with a unit that arrives balanced and assembled with new structural and joint components. Part number 986-733 is a direct driveline service solution for rear-wheel driveline repair on these vehicles.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Driveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft
• Clunking or driveline noise from worn joints
• Excess play caused by deteriorated shaft components
• Service issues related to damaged tubes or yokes
• Rear driveline replacement needs on Mercedes-Benz GLA250, B250, CLA250, CLA45 AMG, and GLA45 AMG models

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify rear fitment by year and model before ordering.
• Confirm flange and bolt-on connection style matches the original shaft.
• Inspect surrounding driveline mounts and seals during installation.
• Check shaft length and adjustment range against the original assembly.
• Because the unit is pre-balanced, avoid altering the assembly before installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman builds this replacement drive shaft with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints for a complete service part. Part number 986-733 is engineered as a standard replacement for the listed Mercedes-Benz rear applications.