Dorman - OE Solutions Drive Shaft P/N:946-257
Simplify your rear driveshaft replacement with the Dorman - OE Solutions Rear 1-Piece Steel Driveshaft Assembly 946-045, a direct-fit replacement for the 2007-2008 Cadillac Escalade ESV, Cadillac Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Chevrolet Suburban 1500, and GMC Yukon XL 1500. This rear driveshaft transmits engine torque from the transmission to the rear axle, and it arrives fully assembled and dynamically pre-balanced for a fast, hassle-free installation.
Signs the original rear driveshaft may need replacing include vibration that increases with speed, clunking on acceleration, or worn/failed U-joints or CV joints. Refer to the Buyer's Guide tab for full engine-level fitment for your vehicle.
Interchange: D46045 · 15814474
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What vehicles does this driveshaft fit?
It's a direct-fit replacement for the 2007-2008 Cadillac Escalade ESV and EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Chevrolet Suburban 1500, and GMC Yukon XL 1500. See the Buyer's Guide tab for engine-level fitment.
Is this a front or rear driveshaft?
This is a rear driveshaft assembly. It transmits torque from the transmission to the rear axle on the listed applications.
Does it arrive assembled and balanced?
Yes. It ships fully assembled and dynamically pre-balanced, ready for installation on the specified makes, models and years.
What is it made of?
It's made from drawn over mandrel (DOM) seamless steel tubing, which offers superior concentricity, uniform wall thickness, and more torsional strength and dent resistance than standard welded steel.
Are the joints new or remanufactured?
The assembly uses 100% new—not remanufactured—components, including the tubing, yokes, CV joints, and U-joints, and it is built in the USA.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.