GKN Loebro 304473 CV Axle Shaft - Rear Right

BMW Rear Right CV Axle Shaft

This GKN Loebro CV axle shaft is built for rear right driveline service on select BMW applications. Part number 304473 uses OE-style engineering details, including a plunging joint design at both ends and the correct spline and flange specifications for direct replacement work.

Key Features

• GKN Loebro CV axle shaft for rear right position
• Compressed length: 27.153
• Outboard spline quantity: 30
• Inboard joint mount hole quantity: 6
• Inboard joint type: Plunging Joint VL
• Outboard joint type: Plunging Joint VL
• Axle nut included: Yes
• Axle nut thread size: M27x1.5

Detailed Description

GKN Loebro part number 304473 is a rear right CV axle shaft engineered for BMW driveline applications that require precise joint geometry and OE-level fitment details. It is listed with a 27.153 compressed length, 30 outboard splines, and a 6-hole inboard joint mount pattern, along with plunging VL joints at both the inboard and outboard ends. This configuration supports the axle movement and torque transfer expected in BMW 328i, 335i, 135i, 328xi, 335xi, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi rear right applications.

GKN Automotive supplies axle assemblies and CV joint solutions across combustion, hybrid, and electric drivetrains, and its OE-focused approach is reflected in this axle shaft’s application-specific design. Part number 304473 also cross-references BMW OE numbers 33207580946 and 33217553560 for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Clicking or popping from a worn rear CV joint
• Vibration during acceleration from a damaged axle shaft
• Grease leakage around a failing CV boot or joint area
• Excessive driveline play in the rear right axle assembly
• Noise under load from worn splines or joint wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s rear right axle configuration, spline count, compressed length, and axle nut thread size before installation. Confirm the BMW model year and any build-date notes shown in the fitment list, especially for 2009-2010 328i xDrive and 335i/335i xDrive applications with the 01/11/2009 cutoff, and 2007-2008 335i and 335xi applications with the 01/09/2007 cutoff. Use the included axle nut when replacing the axle and inspect the mating hub, flange, and seals for wear before assembly.

Quality Assurance

GKN Loebro is part of GKN Automotive, a global driveline supplier with broad OE application coverage. The brand produces axle assemblies at high volume for passenger vehicles, light trucks, sports cars, luxury vehicles, and 4x4 platforms, with engineering focused on matching vehicle-specific driveline requirements.

• Fits 2007-2013 BMW 328i, rear right
• Fits 2011-2013 BMW 335i, rear right
• Fits 2009 BMW 335i, rear right
• Fits 2008-2010 BMW 135i, rear right
• Fits 2009-2010 BMW 328i xDrive, rear right, to 01/11/2009
• Fits 2010 BMW 335i, rear right, to 01/11/2009
• Fits 2010 BMW 335i xDrive, rear right, to 01/11/2009
• Fits 2009 BMW 335i xDrive, rear right
• Fits 2007-2008 BMW 328xi, rear right
• Fits 2007-2008 BMW 335i, rear right, from 01/09/2007
• Fits 2008 BMW 335xi, rear right, from 01/09/2007
• Fits 2006 BMW 325xi, rear right
• Fits 2006 BMW 330i, rear right
• Fits 2005-2006 BMW 330xi, rear right