Dorman 425-291 steering shaft for the 1997-2001 Jeep Wrangler and other vehicles links the steering column to the steering gear and carries wheel input.
- Part of the Dorman OE Solutions line
- Precision-machined, with strict tolerances for a tight, secure fit
- Tested to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for driver safety in a collision
- Built to meet torsional, tensile, fatigue and other durability testing
- Salt spray tested, with a corrosion-resistant coating
- Includes one universal joint
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 425-291 steering shaft
- Fits: 1997-2001 Jeep Wrangler and other vehicles
- Position: Intermediate
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
A loose or sloppy feel in the steering wheel, or a clunk when turning, can mean the shaft or its universal joint is worn. These signs alone do not prove the shaft is at fault; worn tie rod ends can feel much the same.
Fits
This steering shaft fits the 1997-2001 Jeep Wrangler and the 1997-2001 Jeep TJ, and directly replaces the original equipment shaft on these vehicles. Each vehicle takes one shaft, in the intermediate position of the steering.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Intermediate
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Length: 28 in
- Spline quantity: 15
- End 1 type: internal spline, external profile
Build and materials
- Material: Steel
- Universal joint: 1 included
- Coating: corrosion-resistant
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One steering shaft with one universal joint. Mounting hardware and installation instructions are not included, and the old fasteners may not be reusable, so plan on new ones.
Interchange: 52078705 · JCWR97
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the 1997-2001 Jeep TJ steering shaft I need?
Yes. Dorman 425-291 fits the 1997-2001 Jeep TJ, which takes one intermediate steering shaft.
Does this 1997-2001 Jeep Wrangler steering shaft replace the original on the vehicle?
Yes. Dorman 425-291 directly replaces the original equipment shaft on the 1997-2001 Jeep Wrangler.
Does this Dorman steering shaft include a universal joint?
Yes. The listing is one steering shaft with one universal joint. Mounting hardware and installation instructions are not included.
How is this Dorman steering intermediate shaft built at the ends?
End 1 has an internal spline and an external profile, and the shaft has 15 splines. It is 28 inches long and made of steel.
What testing does the Dorman 425-291 steering shaft go through?
It is tested to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and built to meet torsional, tensile and fatigue durability testing. Salt spray testing covers corrosion resistance.
