GKN Loebro 305651 CV Axle Shaft - Front Right

GKN Loebro CV Axle Shaft for BMW xDrive

The GKN Loebro 305651 CV axle shaft is built for front-right driveline service on select BMW xDrive models. It combines OE-style fitment details with the spline counts, joint design, and ABS tone ring specification needed for precise replacement work.

Compatible with 2006-2010 BMW 525xi, 530xi, 528xi, 535xi, and 528i xDrive front right applications, this axle shaft supports accurate driveline alignment and wheel-speed signal integration. The 305651 part number is a direct reference for shoppers searching for a BMW front right CV axle shaft replacement.

Key Features

• GKN Loebro OE technology for driveline and axle service
• Front right CV axle shaft for select BMW xDrive applications
• Compressed length: 36.614
• Inboard spline quantity: 27
• Outboard spline quantity: 30
• Inboard joint type: Plunging Joint AAR
• Outboard joint type: Fix Ball Joint UF
• ABS tone ring: 48 teeth
• Axle nut included with M27x1.5 thread size

Detailed Description

GKN Automotive supplies driveline components engineered around the exact demands of passenger vehicles, including luxury cars and all-wheel-drive platforms. The 305651 CV axle shaft reflects that OE-focused approach with matched spline counts, a plunging inboard joint, a fixed ball outboard joint, and a 48-tooth ABS tone ring for the specified BMW applications. It is a practical choice for BMW 528i xDrive, 528xi, 535xi, 525xi, and 530xi front right axle replacement service.

This part cross-references BMW OE numbers 31607558952 and 31607570272 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Clicking or popping from a worn outer CV joint
• Vibration during acceleration from a damaged axle shaft
• Grease leakage from a failing CV boot or joint assembly
• ABS warning concerns related to tone ring wear or mismatch
• Driveline noise caused by spline or joint wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify front-right position, spline counts, compressed length, and axle nut thread size before installation. Confirm ABS tone ring tooth count and vehicle application against the original part to ensure proper sensor signal and driveline fitment. For BMW 528i xDrive, 528xi, 535xi, 525xi, and 530xi service, compare the removed axle to part number 305651 before assembly.

Quality Assurance

GKN Loebro is part of GKN Automotive, a global driveline supplier known for OE technology and high-volume axle production. The 305651 axle shaft is built to the same specification-driven standards used across passenger vehicle driveline systems.