Dorman 986-403 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-403 Rear Drive Shaft

Dorman 986-403 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select BMW X5 and BMW X6 applications. It arrives pre-balanced with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints to simplify replacement and restore driveline function.

Key Features

• Complete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service
• Pre-balanced for installation readiness
• 100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints
• Steel shaft construction
• 54.125 in compressed length with 2.5 in shaft diameter
• Triprong end 1 and CV joint end 2
• Non-greaseable design with no slip yoke

Detailed Description

This Dorman drive shaft is built for rear applications on 2008-2013 BMW X5 and 2008-2011 BMW X6 models, including 2009-2013 BMW X5 rear and 2008-2011 BMW X6 rear coverage, plus the noted production-date exceptions for 2009-2010 BMW X5 rear from 9/09 and 2010 BMW X6 rear to 4/10. Part number 986-403 is a direct driveline replacement option when the original shaft has worn joints, imbalance, or tube damage. This part cross-references BMW OE number 26107564398 for the same application.

Common Repair Applications

• Driveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft
• Clunking or driveline noise from failed U-joints or CV joints
• Excess play in the rear driveshaft assembly
• Corrosion or structural wear in the original steel shaft
• Replacement after damage to yokes, tubes, or joint assemblies

Installation Notes

Verify rear fitment by model year and production date before ordering. Confirm the compressed length of 54.125 in, triprong end 1, and CV joint end 2 match the original shaft configuration. Inspect related driveline components, mounting points, and flange interfaces during installation to help ensure proper alignment and smooth operation. Part number 986-403 is not adjustable and does not include a slip yoke.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this assembly as a complete replacement driveline component with new internal and external wear items already installed. The pre-balanced design supports a more straightforward replacement process for BMW X5 and BMW X6 rear drive shaft service.