Mercedes W203 C-Class 4MATIC Front Driveshaft 936-330

This is the front propeller shaft for the W203 C-Class with 4MATIC all-wheel drive. It runs from the transfer case to the front differential and replaces Mercedes 2034106106, Dorman 936-330 and 65-7041.

Listed fitment, AWD only: 2003-2005 C240 2.6L V6, 2006-2007 C280 3.0L V6, 2003-2005 C320 3.2L V6, and 2006-2007 C350 3.5L V6. Total length is 25.5 inches, with a 2 inch steel tube and 0.083 inch wall. It does not fit rear-wheel-drive W203 cars or the later W204 C-Class 4MATIC, which uses the 938-241 shaft.

These cars are now roughly 20 years old, and the front shaft joints are a common wear item. Look for a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, a knock from under the front of the car on acceleration, or play you can feel by rotating the shaft by hand with the car in neutral. A dried-out or torn joint boot is usually the first sign.

Bench notes: raise the car on a lift, mark the flanges before you pull the shaft, and support it while the last bolts come out. Check the transfer case and front differential seals for leaks while you have access, since oil on a new joint shortens its life.