Dorman 936-359 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman Rear Drive Shaft for BMW

Dorman 936-359 is a rear drive shaft for select BMW applications, including 1999-2006 BMW 323i, 323Ci, 320i, 325i, and 325Ci models with 1585 mm fitment notes. It replaces the original shaft with a serviceable OE FIX design that makes universal joint maintenance simpler.

• Steel shaft construction for driveline service replacement
• 2.5 in shaft diameter with 0.065 in wall thickness
• 60.5 in drive shaft length
• Rear position application for select BMW 3 Series models
• Non-greaseable design
• Overall length is not adjustable

OE FIX Serviceable Design

This Dorman drive shaft is engineered for BMW 325Ci, BMW 325i, BMW 320i, BMW 323Ci, and BMW 323i rear driveline service where the original shaft uses permanently staked universal joints. By making the U-joints serviceable, part number 936-359 supports easier maintenance and replacement of wear components without replacing the entire driveline assembly as often.

This part cross-references BMW 26111229557 and BMP-407 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Driveline vibration caused by worn rear shaft components
• Noise from failing universal joints
• Service difficulty from non-serviceable factory U-joints
• Loss of driveline smoothness in rear-wheel-drive BMW applications
• Replacement needs for a damaged or worn rear driveshaft

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear-position fitment and confirm the 1585 mm application note before installation. Match the shaft length, diameter, and mounting configuration to the original driveline setup on the vehicle. Inspect related driveline components, including support bearings and flange interfaces, during replacement to help ensure proper operation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies OE FIX replacement parts that address serviceability concerns found in original equipment designs. Part number 936-359 is built as a steel rear driveshaft for the specified BMW applications and follows the original fitment requirements listed above.