Keep power flowing to the rear wheels with this Dorman drive shaft, the Dorman - OE Solutions 976-168 rear 1-piece steel driveshaft assembly. It is a direct-fit replacement for the 2006-2010 Ford Explorer and the 2006-2010 Mercury Mountaineer (engine: All).
- Ready to install: arrives fully assembled and dynamically pre-balanced, ready for a fast, hassle-free installation on the listed applications.
- DOM steel tubing: the shaft is made from drawn over mandrel (DOM) seamless steel tubing. This tubing offers superior concentricity, uniform wall thickness, and more torsional strength and dent resistance than standard welded steel.
- All-new construction: the tubing, yokes and U-joints are 100% new components.
- Protective packaging: ships in foam-in-place packaging designed to deliver it in the same install-ready condition in which it left the manufacturing facility.
As a 2006-2010 Ford Explorer drive shaft replacement, this rear assembly carries torque back to the rear axle. It has a slip yoke, an adjustable overall length, a greaseable design and bolt-on connections at both ends. Signs a driveshaft may need replacing include vibration that builds with speed, a clunk when shifting into gear, or squeaking from worn U-joints. Diagnose the cause first, since other components can produce similar symptoms.
Specifications: 3.5 in shaft diameter, 0.083 in wall thickness, 62.93 in drive shaft length and a steel shaft. The package contains 1 driveshaft; CV joints and an axle nut are not included. Country of origin: United States.
Interchange: 6L2Z4602CA · 7L2Z4602A
Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicles does the Dorman OE Solutions drive shaft 976-168 fit?
It fits the 2006-2010 Ford Explorer and 2006-2010 Mercury Mountaineer (engine: All) as a rear driveshaft, with one used per vehicle.
Is this driveshaft adjustable and greaseable?
Yes. It has a slip yoke, an adjustable overall length and a greaseable design, with bolt-on connections at both ends.
Are CV joints or an axle nut included?
No. The package contains one driveshaft only; CV joints and an axle nut are not included.
What are the shaft dimensions and material?
It has a 3.5 in shaft diameter, 0.083 in wall thickness and a 62.93 in drive shaft length, and it is made from DOM seamless steel tubing.
What signs suggest a rear driveshaft may need replacing?
Vibration that builds with speed, a clunk when shifting into gear, or squeaking U-joints can signal driveshaft wear. Other parts can cause similar symptoms, so diagnose before replacing.
