{"product_id":"dorman-986-673-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-673 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 986-673 Rear Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 986-673 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select BMW applications. It is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints for a direct replacement approach on the driveline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service\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 with a 2.5 in shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50.875 in compressed length and 0.083 in wall thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on end connections at both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo slip yoke and no axle nut included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft is built for 2016 BMW 340i xDrive, rear and 2017 BMW 340i xDrive, rear. The 986-673 part number is a direct-fit driveline replacement for vehicles that need a complete rear shaft assembly rather than individual component repair. It cross-references BMW 26108642913 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor BMW 340i xDrive rear driveline service, Dorman 986-673 provides a steel shaft assembly with bolt-on ends and integrated CV and universal joints. The 50.875-inch compressed length and pre-balanced construction support a straightforward replacement process when the original drive shaft is worn, damaged, or out of balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Reasons for Replacement\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 joints or universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage to the shaft tube or yokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive driveline play or noise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear fitment by matching the vehicle year, model, and driveline configuration before installation. Confirm the bolt-on end style, compressed length, and shaft dimensions against the original part. Inspect surrounding driveline components, mounts, and flange surfaces during replacement to help ensure proper operation after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman supplies this assembly as a standard replacement driveline part with new internal and external wear components. The pre-balanced design and complete assembly format are intended to simplify replacement on compatible BMW rear applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808218149045,"sku":"BKKY-986-673","price":730.02,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986673_Fro.jpg?v=1784183767","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-673-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}