{"product_id":"dorman-946-988-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-988 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDrive Shaft Assembly for BMW 540i\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is a direct replacement for the rear driveline on the 1997 BMW 540i, from 12\/96. Part number 946-988 is supplied as a complete assembly with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints for a straightforward driveline repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e56 in drive shaft length with 2.5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-greaseable design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-988 is built for the rear driveline on the 1997 BMW 540i and is engineered as a complete replacement drive shaft assembly. The steel shaft uses new CV joints and universal joints, along with new yokes and tubes, to replace worn driveline components without rebuilding the original shaft. The assembly is pre-balanced and has an adjustable overall length, which helps simplify replacement on the BMW 540i rear drive shaft application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references BMW OE part number 26101229399 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play caused by damaged yokes or tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFailure of the original rear drive shaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues related to aging CV joints or universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear fitment on the 1997 BMW 540i, from 12\/96, before installation. Inspect related driveline mounting points, flange surfaces, and surrounding components for wear or damage before installing the new assembly. Confirm overall length and driveline alignment during installation to help maintain smooth operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this drive shaft assembly as a complete replacement component with new internal and external driveline parts. Part number 946-988 is built to replace the rear drive shaft on the 1997 BMW 540i with the specified application details.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798270013621,"sku":"BKKY-946-988","price":794.84,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946988_Fro.jpg?v=1784010315","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-988-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}