{"product_id":"dorman-986-908-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-908 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 986-908 Drive Shaft for Mercedes-Benz E500\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 986-908 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select 2002-2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 models. It arrives pre-balanced and uses 100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints for a direct replacement approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on end connections at both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 2.5 in. shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased and standard replacement grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable with 1 in. max slip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed length: 64.625 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2002-2005 Mercedes-Benz E500, rear. This Dorman 986-908 drive shaft also cross-references Mercedes-Benz OE part number 2114100406 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis drive shaft is built for Mercedes-Benz E500 rear driveline service where a worn or damaged shaft can create vibration, driveline noise, or loss of smooth power transfer. The steel construction, bolt-on ends, and pre-greased components support a straightforward replacement on vehicles that use a multi-piece shaft layout with adjustable overall length. Dorman 986-908 is a practical OE-style solution when the original shaft assembly is no longer performing as intended.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Issues This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration at speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the rear driveline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn universal joints or CV joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play in the shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise caused by a damaged or out-of-balance drive shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear driveline configuration and measure the existing shaft before installation. Confirm flange and bolt-on connection points match the vehicle, and inspect related driveline components such as mounts and differential interfaces while the shaft is removed. Because this assembly is pre-balanced and pre-greased, it is ready for installation once the vehicle-specific measurements and mounting points are confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a standard replacement assembly with new core components and pre-balanced construction for consistent driveline service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808220606645,"sku":"BKKY-986-908","price":997.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986908_Fro.jpg?v=1784184233","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-908-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}