{"product_id":"dorman-946-968-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-968 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eComplete Rear Driveshaft for BMW 525i 530i 528i\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for direct replacement on select BMW rear-wheel-drive applications. It arrives pre-balanced with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to simplify service on the driveline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Dorman\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: 946-968\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60 in drive shaft length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCV joints included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-greaseable design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for Direct Driveline Replacement\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-968 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for BMW 525i, 530i, and 528i models listed below. The steel shaft is pre-balanced for installation and uses 100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints to restore driveline function without rebuilding the original assembly. This part cross-references BMW OE number 26107500154 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2001 BMW 525i, rear, to 2\/01\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2001 BMW 530i, rear, to 2\/01\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2000 BMW 528i, rear, from 9\/99\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance driveshaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from failed CV or universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play caused by worn shaft components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService delays when the original shaft is not practical to rebuild\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment issues when replacing a damaged rear driveshaft on BMW 525i, 530i, or 528i models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear fitment by model year and production date before installation. Confirm shaft length, diameter, and overall adjustment range against the removed part, and inspect related driveline mounts and seals during service. Because this assembly is pre-balanced, avoid altering the shaft before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures replacement driveline components for OE-style service applications. Part number 946-968 is supplied as a complete assembly with new internal and external wear components for a straightforward replacement on the listed BMW rear applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798269456565,"sku":"BKKY-946-968","price":1054.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946968_Fro.jpg?v=1784010200","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-968-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}