Dorman 986-929 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-929 Drive Shaft for SLK250

Dorman 986-929 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select 2012-2015 Mercedes-Benz SLK250 models. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints already assembled for a direct replacement approach.

Key Features

• Complete drive shaft assembly for rear application
• Pre-balanced for smoother operation after installation
• 100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints
• Steel shaft construction with a 2.5 in shaft diameter
• Pre-greased and phased at 0 degrees
• Bolt-on end connections for straightforward replacement
• Standard replacement grade for select Mercedes-Benz driveline service
• Part number 986-929 for ordering and fitment verification

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft is built for 2012-2015 Mercedes-Benz SLK250 rear driveline service and is engineered as a direct replacement for the original shaft assembly. The unit measures 44.875 in overall drive shaft length with a 43.88 in collapsed length, 0.083 in wall thickness, and 1 in maximum slip. It uses steel construction, bolt-on ends, and a multi-piece shaft design with overall length adjustability. Dorman 986-929 is supplied pre-greased and phased, helping simplify replacement on the Mercedes-Benz SLK250 rear driveline while restoring proper shaft function.

This part cross-references 1724104100 for the same application.

What It May Help Fix

• Driveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft
• Clunking or driveline noise from worn joints or yokes
• Excess play caused by aging shaft components
• Service issues related to a damaged rear drive shaft assembly
• Fitment replacement needs for a Mercedes-Benz SLK250 rear shaft

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2012-2015 Mercedes-Benz SLK250, rear. Confirm flange-to-flange length, end type, and driveline configuration before installation. Because this assembly is pre-balanced and phased, avoid altering component orientation during service. Verify all mounting points and driveline measurements against the original shaft before final tightening.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this as a standard replacement drive shaft assembly with new internal and external shaft components. The pre-balanced design and new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints support consistent replacement quality for the Mercedes-Benz SLK250 application.