{"product_id":"dorman-986-929-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-929 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 986-929 Drive Shaft for SLK250\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for smoother operation after installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 2.5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased and phased at 0 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on end connections for straightforward replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade for select Mercedes-Benz driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 986-929 for ordering and fitment verification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references 1724104100 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It May Help Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn joints or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play caused by aging shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues related to a damaged rear drive shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment replacement needs for a Mercedes-Benz SLK250 rear shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808221163701,"sku":"BKKY-986-929","price":712.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986929_Fro.jpg?v=1784184309","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-929-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}