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2004 Dodge Dakota Steering Shaft - Lower Dorman

4 on 8 ratings
  • Features:
    • Precise fit - this steering shaft is engineered within strict tolerances to directly replace the original shaft on certain vehicle years, makes and models
    • Safety tested - each design meets rigorous regulatory standards to ensure driver safety in a collision
    • Trustworthy performance - built to meet thorough torsional, tensile, fatigue and other durability testing for reliable operation
    • Corrosion resistant - salt spray testing and premium coating help ensure future longevity
  • This steering shaft directly replaces the original equipment on specific vehicle applications. It is thoroughly tested to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, and precision-machined to ensure a tight, secure fit.
This Part Fits the Following OEM/Substitute Numbers:
425257, 55351208AA, 55351208AB, 55351246AA, JCDK02, SK111011

Additional Fitment Information:
Vehicle Position Drive Type
2004 Dodge Dakota Lower 4WD
Brand Dorman
Part # D18425-257
Condition New
Warehouse B
Dorman

Dakota Dorman Steering Shaft 425-257 2004 Dodge
  • Intermediate Steering Shaft
    • Dorman Products is one of the most versatile, innovative and interesting manufacturers in the automotive aftermarket as their strength comes in providing the auto parts and equipment that you need, are hard to find, or otherwise previously known as "dealer only". Dorman specializes in the a lot of the basic parts and tools any mechanic or do-it-yourselfer needs, like screws and bolts of all styles and shapes, including specialty automotive parts. Dorman also focuses on providing original equipment replicated parts that strictly adhere to OEM specifications, but usually go to improve durability and/or performance by using better materials or enhancing design. For nearly 100 years Dorman has been filling the needs of the auto parts world.
    Featuring Dorman hydraulic brake hoses, parking brake cables, door mirrors and door handles, brake master cylinders, window motors and window regulators, control arm and ball joint assemblies, drum brake wheel cylinders, wheel lugs, disc brake hardware kits, cooling fans, intake and exhaust manifolds, fuel tanks, and so much more!

    General

    Diameter
    0.961
    Mounting Hardware Included
    No
    Package Contents
    1 Steering Shaft
    Length
    13.25
    Installation Instructions Included
    No
    Spline Quantity
    28

    Packaging

    package quantity
    1
    weight
    3.70 lb
    Information on technical characteristics, the delivery set, the country of manufacture and the appearance of the goods is for reference only and is based on the latest information available at the time of publication.
    1. Lance Citrowske "lancec"
      28 Mar, 2014
      Fixed Most of the clunking when turning at low speeds. Easy to put in and twice as heave as the stock steering shaft. Great price compared to dealership.
    2. Barnes
      25 Mar, 2014
      This fixed the clunking steering column in our 07 2500 Suburban. Took about 10 minutes to install, great quality and fit.
    3. Tina A. Shipley
      06 Aug, 2013
      After 2 months of use, the new Dorman shaft is starting to click/pop. Had same problem on my Silverado. It was replaced under warranty and I never had another problem with it. I should have bought a GM shaft this time.
    4. denis j white
      17 Jun, 2013
      u can see the product improvement from Dorman and as always a fine product and exact fit. will use again if needed.
    5. cheech
      06 Apr, 2013
      the dorman steering shaft is a good replacement part. dorman in general is a good o.e.m. replacement part. its a good fit.
    6. ace
      02 Mar, 2013
      Had the infamous clunk for a while, didn't bother me at first. However, it became bothersome and did some research which pointed to the common issue of a failed intermediate shaft. I was in between the factory item vs the Dorman. I made my decision for Dorman based on these AutoPartsWAY reviews and also price. I am a prime member, so shipping for this item was free. The cheapest place for factory part was gmpartsdirect.com but was $57 PLUS shipping. It was here in 2 days as always (just pay the money and be a prime member, its worth it!). I am a review purchaser- my purchasing decision is based on reviews. I read all the reviews for this item. I followed the tips and tricks mentioned by others. Here is how install went for me.It always takes me more time than what everyone says. I spent plenty of time researching the install as well. this link was useful[...]I still don't see how it only took 30 minutes for first installs for some of these people but I...
    7. Jim Talley "VTFirefly911"
      21 Aug, 2011
      Yes, the new intermediate steering shaft sat around for 9 months until I got around to putting it in... but what a difference! I had the classic GM steering wheel *clunk* in my 2003 Sierra. GMC had done something about it once at about 30,000 miles, but it came back before too long and now that my truck has 111,000 miles on it I felt compelled to try this replacement. Installation was pretty easy. The nuts holding the gas pedal bracket and the bracket itself must be removed to get the old shaft out, but that's a quick process.To ease installation, I did grind a small chamfer on the end of the shaft that goes into the engine compartment. I don't believe that the lower steering shaft female receptacle was deformed, the Dorman shaft is just a really tight fit. I also had to grab the shaft with a pair of locking pliers and tap the shaft into position with a hammer. Does this mean that the part didn't fit properly? I don't think so... I'm thrilled that it fit snugly. I'm...
    8. OhioMike
      16 Apr, 2010
      I replaced my clunking 2003 Avalanche intermediate shaft with this part today. The GM greasing solution does not work. You only need a 15mm box end wrench to replace this part. Duct tape your steering wheel to the shift lever so it doesn't rotate when the shaft is removed. There is a captive nut on one side of the shaft, remove from the bolt side. One bolt is inside the truck, one outside. Unplug the blue plug that is in the way on the bottom of the dash. Remove the shaft toward the inside of the truck with a bit of maneuvering. You may need a towel to wipe up the extra grease from the dealers attempt to quiet this noise :-0 Install in the reverse order. No more clunking. Honestly takes 30-40 minutes from the time you pop the hood.

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