Dorman 986-695 Drive Shaft - Rear

Dorman 986-695 Rear Drive Shaft

The Dorman 986-695 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select BMW applications. It arrives pre-balanced and ready to install, with new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints already assembled for a direct replacement approach.

Key Features

• Complete drive shaft assembly for rear driveline service
• Pre-balanced for smoother operation after installation
• 100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints
• Steel shaft construction with a 2.5 in shaft diameter
• Pre-greased and phased at 0 degrees
• Bolt-on end connections at both ends
• Compressed length: 66 in; drive shaft length: 66.25 in
• Standard replacement grade for direct driveline repair

Detailed Description

Dorman 986-695 is built as a complete rear drive shaft assembly for 2008-2010 BMW 528i models. It is a direct driveline replacement for rear applications and is engineered with a steel shaft, bolt-on ends, and a 1 in maximum slip. The assembly is pre-greased, phased, and supplied with new CV joints and universal joints to simplify driveline restoration. This part cross-references BMW OE part number 26107573580 for the same application. Use Dorman 986-695 when replacing a worn or damaged rear driveshaft on a BMW 528i and you need a ready-to-install assembly that matches the listed dimensions and configuration.

What It Helps Fix

• Driveline vibration caused by a worn or out-of-balance driveshaft
• Clunking or driveline noise from failed CV joints or universal joints
• Excessive play from damaged yokes or shaft components
• Loss of smooth power transfer to the rear axle
• Service issues related to a bent, corroded, or fatigued rear driveshaft

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify compressed length, flange-to-flange length, shaft diameter, and bolt-on end style before installation. This assembly is not adjustable overall and does not include a grease fitting or axle nut. Confirm rear fitment on 2008-2010 BMW 528i models and inspect surrounding driveline components, mounts, and flange surfaces during replacement. The part number 986-695 should be matched to the vehicle’s original driveline configuration before installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies this drive shaft as a standard replacement assembly with new internal and external driveline components. The pre-balanced design and new yokes, tubes, CV joints, and universal joints support consistent fitment and service-ready installation for the listed BMW 528i rear applications.