{"product_id":"dorman-986-993-drive-shaft-rear","title":"Dorman 986-993 Drive Shaft - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 986-993 Drive Shaft for BMW 740Li\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 986-993 is a complete rear drive shaft assembly for select BMW 740Li models. It is pre-balanced and built with new yokes, tubes, and universal joints to simplify replacement on 2013-2015 BMW 740Li, rear, wo\/Integral Active Steering.\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, and universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel shaft construction with a 2.5 in. shaft diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased design with no grease fitting included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhased design with 0 degree phase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on end 1 and bolt-on end 2 connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompressed length: 67.25 in.; drive shaft length: 68.25 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman drive shaft replacement is engineered for rear driveline service on the BMW 740Li and is listed for 2013-2015 BMW 740Li, rear, wo\/Integral Active Steering. The assembly uses steel tubing with a 0.083 in. wall thickness, a 1 in. max slip, and a multi-piece shaft layout with overall length adjustment. Dorman 986-993 is supplied as a ready-to-install replacement for vehicles that need a direct driveline service part, and it cross-references BMW 26107630840 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriveline vibration from a worn or out-of-balance shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or driveline noise from worn universal joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of smooth power transfer to the rear wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues caused by damaged yokes or shaft tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment problems when replacing a rear drive shaft on BMW 740Li models without Integral Active Steering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear fitment before installation: this part is listed for 2013-2015 BMW 740Li, rear, wo\/Integral Active Steering. Confirm flange-to-flange length, bolt-on end connections, and phased orientation before removal of the original shaft. Because the assembly is pre-greased and does not include a grease fitting, follow the vehicle service procedure for inspection, alignment, and torque specifications during installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 986-993 is a standard replacement drive shaft assembly built with new components and pre-balanced for service readiness. The design focuses on restoring driveline function with the correct BMW 740Li rear application and OE-style fitment reference.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52808222507189,"sku":"BKKY-986-993","price":651.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_986993_Fro.jpg?v=1784184592","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-986-993-drive-shaft-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}