{"product_id":"dorman-976-603-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 976-603 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBMW Z4 Rear Drive Shaft Assembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft assembly is built for rear driveline service on the 2006-2008 BMW Z4. Part number 976-603 is a complete replacement shaft that arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement drive shaft for rear applications on the BMW Z4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced assembly for smoother driveline operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 2.5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e46.75 in drive shaft length with 0.065 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length adjustable for proper driveline setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints per manufacturer description\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 976-603 for easy identification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 976-603 is a steel rear drive shaft assembly engineered for 2006-2008 BMW Z4 models. It is designed as a complete replacement unit and is pre-balanced to reduce the need for additional setup before installation. The assembly uses new yokes and tubes, along with new constant velocity joints and universal joints as stated by the manufacturer, helping restore driveline function when the original shaft is worn, damaged, or out of balance. The adjustable overall length adds flexibility during fitment, while the 2.5-inch shaft diameter and 46.75-inch length provide the core dimensional details needed for application matching. If you are sourcing a BMW Z4 rear driveshaft replacement, 976-603 is the catalog reference to verify before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration from a worn or unbalanced shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or noise from damaged universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlay or binding caused by worn CV joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFailure from cracked, bent, or fatigued shaft tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment issues when the original shaft no longer maintains proper length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm rear-position fitment before installation: Fits 2006-2008 BMW Z4, rear. Verify shaft length, diameter, and driveline configuration against the original part number 976-603 and the vehicle’s existing assembly. Inspect related driveline components, mounting points, and seals before installing the replacement shaft to help ensure proper operation after service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman describes this assembly as pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints for a complete replacement solution. This part cross-references BMW OE number 26107546228 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52802581758133,"sku":"BKKY-976-603","price":655.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_976603_Fro.jpg?v=1784097120","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-976-603-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}