{"product_id":"dorman-986-962-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-962 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 986-962 Rear Drive Shaft\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eReplace a worn rear driveline assembly with the Dorman 986-962 drive shaft for select BMW xDrive applications. This complete assembly is pre-balanced and built with 100% new yokes, tubes, universal joints, and CV joints for a direct replacement on the rear driveline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete drive shaft assembly for rear installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-balanced for smoother operation after replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% new yokes, tubes, constant velocity joints, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with 2.5 in. shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased with grease fitting included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on end connections at both ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed length: 47.5 in.; drive shaft length: 48 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip yoke included; overall length adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Dorman 986-962 is a rear drive shaft assembly for BMW M440i xDrive and BMW M340i xDrive models. It is built as a standard replacement driveline component with a 0.083 in. wall thickness, 1 in. max slip, and 0 degree phase. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2021-2026 BMW M440i xDrive, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2022-2025 BMW M340i xDrive, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2021 BMW M340i xDrive, rear, from 7\/01\/20\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Replacement Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or vibration from a worn rear drive shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play caused by failing universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline noise related to worn CV joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImbalance after driveline wear or damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed for a direct rear driveline replacement on BMW xDrive models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Quality\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear fitment by model year and build date before installation, especially for the 2021 BMW M340i xDrive with the 7\/01\/20 note. Confirm bolt-on end type, compressed length, and overall driveline measurements against the original assembly before removal. Dorman supplies this drive shaft as a complete replacement assembly with new components and pre-balanced construction for installation readiness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808221819061,"sku":"BKKY-986-962","price":778.27,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986962_Fro.jpg?v=1784184448","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-962-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}