Hotbray EBC9040ES Drive Shaft Center Support Bearing

Drive Shaft Center Support Bearing Overview

The Hotbray EBC9040ES drive shaft center support bearing is a driveline bearing for select Jaguar applications. It is listed for multiple XJ6, XJ12, XJS, XJR, and XJRS fitments, including vehicles noted as made in TR.

Key Features

• Drive shaft center support bearing for driveline service
• Fits select Jaguar XJ6, XJ12, XJS, XJR, and XJRS applications
• Application coverage includes 1975-1997 model years
• Interchanges with EBC9040 for the same application
• Part number EBC9040ES for catalog and fitment lookup

Detailed Description

This Hotbray center support bearing is used in the driveline to support the drive shaft and help maintain proper shaft alignment in compatible Jaguar vehicles. The EBC9040ES application range covers multiple Jaguar platforms, including XJ6, XJ12, XJS, XJR, and XJRS models across the 1975-1997 model years. If you are servicing a Jaguar XJ6 or Jaguar XJS driveline, this bearing provides a direct replacement reference for the listed applications. The part number EBC9040ES is also cross-referenced to EBC9040 for the same application.

Common Issues This Part May Address

• Excessive driveline vibration from worn center support bearing components
• Noise from a deteriorated drive shaft support assembly
• Drive shaft movement caused by bearing wear
• Alignment concerns in the center section of the driveline

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, model, and build origin against the fitment list before ordering. Confirm that the application matches the listed Jaguar XJ6, XJ12, XJS, XJR, or XJRS configuration. Because fitment is specific, compare the existing bearing and driveline layout to the catalog data for EBC9040ES during service.

Quality Assurance

Fitment is cataloged for specific Jaguar applications, and the part is identified by Hotbray part number EBC9040ES. Use the listed interchange reference EBC9040 to confirm application matching during parts lookup.