Dorman 986-743 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-743 Rear Drive Shaft for Toyota RAV4

Dorman 986-743 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for 1996-2000 Toyota RAV4 applications. It is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints for a direct replacement approach on the rear driveline.

Key Features

• Fits 1996-2000 Toyota RAV4, rear
• Complete drive shaft assembly for driveline replacement
• Pre-balanced for installation readiness
• 100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints
• Steel shaft construction with 2.5 in. shaft diameter
• Pre-greased design with no grease fitting included
• Slip yoke end 1 and bolt-on end 2
• Phased at 0 degrees with 1 in. max slip
• Compressed length: 66.75 in.; drive shaft length: 67.37 in.

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear driveline service on the Toyota RAV4 and is listed for 1996-2000 model years. The assembly uses steel construction, a slip yoke at one end, and a bolt-on connection at the other, with a phased 0-degree layout and pre-greased components for a straightforward replacement. Part number 986-743 is also referenced for this application, and it cross-references Toyota OE numbers 3710042010 and 3710042021 for the same rear drive shaft use case.

For buyers searching for a rear drive shaft for 1996-2000 Toyota RAV4, Toyota RAV4 rear driveshaft replacement, or Dorman 986-743 drive shaft assembly, this unit provides the key dimensions and connection types needed for fitment verification before installation.

What It Helps Resolve

• Vibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear driveshaft
• Clunking or driveline noise from worn CV or universal joints
• Driveline play caused by damaged yokes or shaft tubing
• Fitment issues when replacing a failed rear drive shaft assembly
• Service delays from rebuilding multiple driveline components separately

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify compressed length, flange-to-flange measurements, and end types before installation. Confirm rear position fitment on the Toyota RAV4 and compare the existing shaft configuration to the slip yoke and bolt-on ends listed for part number 986-743. Because the assembly is pre-balanced, avoid altering the shaft before installation and inspect related driveline mounts and seals during service.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this as a standard replacement drive shaft assembly with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints. The pre-balanced construction and pre-greased components support consistent replacement quality for rear driveline service on the Toyota RAV4.