{"product_id":"dorman-946-989-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 946-989 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eComplete Rear Driveshaft for BMW 528i and 530i\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 946-989 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select BMW 528i and 530i models. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints already assembled for a direct driveline service replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for installation readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 2.5 in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e67.125 in drive shaft length with 0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for fitment alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCV joints included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 946-989\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft is built for 1997-2000 BMW 528i, rear, and 2001-2003 BMW 530i, rear. It is a steel replacement driveshaft engineered as a complete assembly, which helps simplify driveline service by replacing the worn shaft with a unit that is already balanced and assembled with new internal and end components. The design includes CV joints and universal joints, making it a practical solution for BMW 528i and BMW 530i rear driveline repair where vibration, noise, or shaft wear has developed. Part number 946-989 also cross-references BMW 26101229415 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration at speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the rear driveline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn CV joint or universal joint noise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play from a fatigued driveshaft assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService replacement for a damaged steel shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear fitment by model year before installation. Inspect the surrounding driveline components, mounting points, and seals during replacement so the new shaft is installed into a clean, serviceable assembly. Because this unit is pre-balanced and overall length adjustable, careful alignment during installation helps maintain proper driveline operation on BMW 528i and BMW 530i rear applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this driveshaft as a complete replacement assembly with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to support consistent fit and function. Part number 946-989 is built for the listed BMW rear applications and is intended as a direct replacement for the original driveline component.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798270046389,"sku":"BKKY-946-989","price":1183.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_946989_Fro.jpg?v=1784010323","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-946-989-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}