Dorman 986-744 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-744 Rear Drive Shaft

Restore rear driveline function on compatible Toyota RAV4 models with this Dorman drive shaft assembly. Part number 986-744 is a complete replacement built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints, and it arrives pre-balanced for installation.

Fits 1996-2000 Toyota RAV4, rear. This Dorman 986-744 drive shaft is a direct-fit solution for rear driveline service on the Toyota RAV4, with the key components already assembled for a standard replacement.

Key Features

• Complete drive shaft assembly for rear application
• Pre-balanced for installation
• 100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints
• Steel shaft construction
• Pre-greased design
• Slip yoke end 1 and bolt-on end 2
• Phased at 0 degrees
• Compressed length: 74.75 in.; drive shaft length: 75.37 in.
• Drive shaft wall thickness: 0.83 in.

Detailed Description

Dorman 986-744 is a rear drive shaft assembly for 1996-2000 Toyota RAV4 models. It is built as a standard replacement with a steel shaft, 2.5 in. shaft diameter, and a compressed length of 74.75 in. The assembly includes new CV joints and universal joints, along with slip yoke and bolt-on end configurations to match the listed application. The shaft is pre-greased, phased at 0 degrees, and designed with 1 in. of max slip and an overall length that is adjustable.

This part cross-references Toyota 3710042030 and 3710042040 for the same application. Use Dorman 986-744 when servicing a rear Toyota RAV4 driveline that needs a complete replacement rather than rebuilding individual shaft components.

What It Helps Fix

• Vibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear driveshaft
• Clunking or driveline noise from worn joints
• Excess play caused by damaged yokes or shaft wear
• Loss of smooth power transfer to the rear driveline
• Service issues related to a failing original shaft assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear fitment before ordering: Fits 1996-2000 Toyota RAV4, rear. Confirm flange and slip yoke configuration, compressed length, and shaft dimensions against the original part. Because this is a complete assembly, installation focuses on removing the worn shaft and installing the replacement in the correct phased orientation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new internal wear components and pre-balanced construction for the listed application. Part number 986-744 is engineered for standard replacement service on the rear Toyota RAV4 driveline.