{"product_id":"9064100281m-center-support","title":"Mercedes Sprinter Driveshaft Center Support Bearing – OEM | NCV3 | #9064100281 (2007–2018)","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDESCRIPTION:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA worn driveshaft center support bearing is one of the most common causes of vibration on a Sprinter — and it's often the last thing owners think to check. When the rubber isolator deteriorates or the bearing itself wears, the two-piece driveshaft loses its center support, introducing a vibration that's felt throughout the entire van under acceleration. This OEM-spec replacement carrier bearing with integrated dust cover restores proper driveshaft alignment and eliminates vibration at the source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat This Part Does\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe NCV3 Sprinter uses a two-piece driveshaft — and the center support bearing is the mounting point that holds the joint between the two sections. It consists of a sealed bearing pressed into a rubber isolator, which in turn mounts to the chassis. The rubber isolator absorbs driveline vibration while the bearing allows the shaft to rotate freely. When the rubber cracks from age and heat cycling, or the bearing wears, the driveshaft loses its center support — causing vibration, noise, and accelerated wear on the flex discs and U-joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Symptoms of a Failing Center Support Bearing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eVibration felt through the floor or seat, especially under acceleration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eHumming or rumbling noise that changes with vehicle speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eClunking from underneath when engaging drive or reverse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eVisible cracking or deterioration of the rubber isolator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Replace\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eReplace at the first sign of driveline vibration or rubber deterioration. It's also strongly recommended to replace the driveshaft flex discs (guibo) at the same time — these components wear together and replacing just one often leaves the other at end of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e2007–2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500\/3500 – 3.0L V6 Diesel (OM642)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e2007–2018 Freightliner Sprinter 2500\/3500 – 3.0L V6 Diesel (OM642)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e2010–2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 – 3.0L V6 Diesel (OM642)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e2010–2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 – 3.0L V6 Diesel (OM642)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAlways verify your wheelbase and driveshaft configuration before ordering. Contact us and we'll confirm fitment before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMercedes OEM: 9064100281 \/ A9064100281 \/ 906-410-02-81\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMeyle: 31851\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCross Reference: 9064100781, 9064101281, 68013629AA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSKU: 9064100281M\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BlueTec Sprinter Parts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46315479204014,"sku":"9064100281","price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/9077\/1374\/files\/9064100281M-CENTERSUPPORT.jpg?v=1742487756","url":"https:\/\/shop.bluetecsprinterparts.com\/products\/9064100281m-center-support","provider":"BlueTec Sprinter Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}