{"product_id":"dorman-986-974-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-974 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 986-974 Rear Drive Shaft for Subaru Impreza\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eReplace the rear driveline on your Subaru with the Dorman 986-974 drive shaft assembly. This complete rear drive shaft is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and CV joints for a direct replacement on select 2018-2022 Subaru Impreza models.\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 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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke end and bolt-on end configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhased at 90 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed length: 63 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaft diameter: 2.5 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrive shaft wall thickness: 0.065 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased and ready for service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dorman 986-974 is a rear drive shaft assembly engineered for 2018-2022 Subaru Impreza applications. It is built as a complete replacement unit with new tubes, yokes, universal joints, and CV joints, and it arrives pre-balanced to simplify replacement of a worn or damaged rear driveshaft. The steel construction, 63-inch overall length, and 90-degree phasing support proper driveline alignment for the Subaru Impreza rear driveline layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Subaru 27111FL04A, 27111FL04B, and 27111FL04C for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibration from a worn or out-of-balance rear driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBinding or rough operation from damaged shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFailure caused by corrosion, fatigue, or tube damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed for a complete rear shaft replacement on Subaru Impreza models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2018-2022 Subaru Impreza, rear. Verify the slip yoke and bolt-on end configuration, compressed length, and flange-to-flange measurement before installation. Confirm driveline orientation and phasing during replacement to maintain smooth operation. This assembly is pre-greased and does not include a grease fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this drive shaft as a standard replacement assembly built with new components and pre-balanced for installation. The part number is 986-974.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808222113973,"sku":"BKKY-986-974","price":571.34,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986974_Fro.jpg?v=1784184510","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-974-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}