Dorman 425-201 steering shaft for the 1997-1999 Dodge Dakota and other vehicles carries steering input between the steering column and the steering gear. This Dorman steering shaft directly replaces the original on specific vehicle applications.
- Part of the Dorman OE Solutions line
- Precision-machined within strict tolerances for a firm, secure coupling
- Tested to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for driver safety in a collision
- Built to meet torsional, tensile, fatigue and other durability testing
- Coated and salt spray tested for corrosion resistance
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 425-201 steering shaft
- Fits: 1997-1999 Dodge Dakota and other vehicles
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
Looseness in the steering wheel, a clunk or knock when you turn it, or a rough feel through the column can mean the shaft is worn. Before you replace it, have a shop rule out the steering gear and the front-end linkage as the source of the play.
Fits
It fits the 1997-1999 Dodge Dakota and the 1998-1999 Dodge Durango, and each takes one.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Length: 29.5 in
- Diameter: 0.954 in
- Spline quantity: 15
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
Build and materials
- Material: Steel
- Coating: corrosion-resistant
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One steering shaft. Mounting hardware and installation instructions are not included, and the old fasteners may not be reusable, so plan on new ones.
Interchange: 10-81016
55351171AE · 55351171AG · SK425201 · JCDA98
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This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
55351171AE, 55351171AG, 10-81016, SK425201, JCDA98, 425201
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this steering shaft replacement right for the 1997-1999 Dodge Dakota?
Yes. Dorman 425-201 is listed for the 1997-1999 Dodge Dakota, and that truck takes one shaft.
Will this steering shaft work on the 1998-1999 Dodge Durango?
Yes. Dorman 425-201 is listed for the 1998-1999 Dodge Durango, and that vehicle takes one.
Is this Dorman steering intermediate shaft made of steel?
Yes. The shaft is steel, with a coating that was salt spray tested for corrosion resistance.
How long is this steering shaft and how many splines does it have?
This shaft is 29.5 in long, has a diameter of 0.954 in and has 15 splines.
Does this steering shaft come with bolts or instructions?
No. The listing is one steering shaft; mounting hardware and installation instructions are not included.
