Mercedes R171 AMG SLK 55 Rear Axle Driveshaft Left Right N/O/S A1713501410

Mercedes R171 AMG SLK 55 Rear Axle Driveshaft Left Right is an original drivetrain component designed for installation on either the left or right side of the rear axle. Thanks to its factory specification, Mercedes ensures precise fitment, correct operating geometry, and stable torque transmission under demanding operating conditions. This is the ideal solution for users who expect consistency with the factory suspension and drivetrain design.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: A1713501410
• Mark: Mercedes (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: A1713501410
• Substitutable numbers: A1713501410, A 171 350 14 10
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right, Left
• Category: Driveshafts

Purpose and function in the drivetrain

The presented driveshaft is a rear axle component for the Mercedes R171 AMG SLK 55 model, responsible for transmitting power from the differential to the wheel on the left or right side. Its placement on the vehicle covers the rear axle and both sides, allowing it to be used as a replacement part within the entire rear drivetrain of this model.

Thanks to a design consistent with factory suspension and drivetrain specifications, the shaft maintains proper interaction with the differential and wheel hub, reducing unwanted vibrations and ensuring predictable vehicle behavior during acceleration, engine braking, and high-speed driving.

Benefits of using an original driveshaft

Using an original driveshaft in a sports model like the AMG SLK 55 is crucial for the durability and performance characteristics of the entire drivetrain. Compared to generic aftermarket replacements, the OEM component ensures:

• maintenance of factory stiffness and axle shaft performance characteristics under high torque,
• proper interaction with the differential and wheel hub,
• appropriate length and joint operating range throughout the full suspension travel,
• consistency with Mercedes factory tolerances, which reduces the risk of premature wear on other drivetrain components.

For users who value dynamic driving, it is important that the original driveshaft helps maintain predictable power delivery, which translates into traction stability and repeatable car behavior in various road conditions.

Condition, selection, and service application

This item belongs to the Driveshafts group and is intended for professional repairs and maintenance in Mercedes vehicles. A used OEM component is a solution that allows for cost control while maintaining factory technical specifications. When selecting parts, it is worth verifying compatibility with the specific equipment version and the installation side (rear, right, left) to ensure proper fitment and joint operating range.

In service practice, such a driveshaft is used, among other things, for:

• joint damage causing knocking or vibrations,
• excessive play in the drivetrain,
• post-collision repairs within the rear axle area,
• comprehensive drivetrain regeneration in higher-mileage vehicles.

Comprehensive Mercedes rear drivetrain service

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear drivetrain area in your Mercedes and need other components from the same group, such as additional axle shafts, connecting shafts, or torque transmission elements, check out the available parts in the Mercedes Driveshafts category.

When diagnosing issues such as noise from the rear of the vehicle, humming under load, or vibrations during acceleration, it is worth checking out practical tips regarding the selection of drivetrain components – they are discussed in detail in the article Humming differential? Find out why a used OEM differential is a better investment than an uncertain replacement.

Summary

The Mercedes R171 AMG SLK 55 Rear Axle Driveshaft Left Right is a technically matched OEM component that allows for restoring the proper operation of the rear drivetrain without compromising geometry or performance characteristics. Choosing an original used part is a sensible solution for drivers who expect consistency with the factory vehicle design, stable power transmission, and predictable car behavior in both daily and dynamic use.