InMotion WDS46-051 Drive Shaft - Rear

Drive Shaft Overview

This InMotion drive shaft, part number WDS46-051, is built for rear driveline service on select full-size GM SUVs and trucks. It fits applications such as the Cadillac Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban 1500, and GMC Yukon XL 1500, with fitment listed for rear installation.

Key Features

• Direct replacement drive shaft for rear driveline service.
• Slip yoke design for driveline engagement and movement.
• 45,40Cr?SS400 shaft material for structural strength.
• 3 mm wall thickness and 90 mm shaft diameter.
• Fixed-length design with a 62.047 in overall shaft length.

Detailed Description

Part number WDS46-051 is a rear drive shaft assembly for 2000-2006 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, 2000-2006 GMC Yukon XL 1500, 2002-2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500, 2003-2006 Cadillac Escalade EXT, and 2004-2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV applications. It uses a slip yoke and does not include CV joints or an axle nut. The shaft is specified with a 62.047 in length, 3 mm wall thickness, and 90 mm diameter to match the listed driveline configuration.

What It Helps Address

• Vibration from a worn or damaged drive shaft.
• Clunking or driveline noise during acceleration or deceleration.
• Loss of smooth power transfer through the rear driveline.
• Service replacement for a shaft with worn splines or joints.

Installation Notes

Verify rear fitment, shaft length, and driveline configuration before installation. This part cross-references Dorman - OE Solutions 946-051 for the same application. Confirm that the vehicle uses a slip yoke style shaft and compare the existing assembly to the listed dimensions before ordering.

Quality Assurance

InMotion identifies this drive shaft with defined material and dimensional specifications for application matching. Part number WDS46-051 is listed for multiple GM rear driveline applications, including Cadillac Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban 1500, and GMC Yukon XL 1500 models.