{"product_id":"dorman-986-931-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-931 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 986-931 Drive Shaft for SLK350\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dorman 986-931 drive shaft assembly is a direct replacement for rear driveline service on select Mercedes-Benz SLK350 models. It arrives pre-balanced and assembled with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to simplify replacement work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2005-2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK350, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for driveline replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 2.5 in. shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased and phased, with bolt-on end connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed length: 49 in.; drive shaft length: 50 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade for rear driveline service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft, part number 986-931, is built for rear applications on the 2005-2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK350. It uses a steel shaft with a 0.083 in. wall thickness, bolt-on ends, and no slip yoke, making it a straightforward OE-style replacement for driveline repair. The assembly is pre-greased and phased at 0 degrees to support proper driveline alignment during installation. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\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 universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBinding or rough rotation caused by damaged shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play from a fatigued rear drive shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues on a Mercedes-Benz SLK350 rear drive shaft replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify flange-to-flange length, compressed length, and rear fitment before installation. Inspect mating surfaces, fasteners, and surrounding driveline components for wear or damage, and confirm proper alignment after the shaft is installed. Because this assembly is pre-balanced, avoid altering the shaft or joints during setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a standard replacement assembly with new major wear components already installed. The design focuses on restoring driveline function with a ready-to-install configuration for the specified Mercedes-Benz SLK350 rear application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808221196469,"sku":"BKKY-986-931","price":645.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986931_Fro.jpg?v=1784184316","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-931-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}