TrakMotive BM-8170 CV Axle Shaft - Front Right

BMW X1 Front Right CV Axle Shaft

The TrakMotive AAR CV Axle Shaft BM-8170 is a new front right driveline replacement for select 2012-2015 BMW X1 applications. Built with a neoprene boot and spline-style shaft connections, it is specified for the updated design used on these vehicles.

Compatible with 2012-2015 BMW X1 front right applications, this CV axle shaft is built to match the listed spline counts, bolt dimensions, and compressed length for proper driveline fitment. Part number BM-8170 is also referenced for the same application as OE number 31607605512.

Key Features

• New CV axle shaft for the front right position
• TrakMotive AAR CV Axle Shaft line
• Neoprene boot material
• Inboard joint type: Male+Long
• Inboard shaft connection style: spline
• Outboard joint type: flat spline
• 27 inboard splines and 31 outboard splines
• Overall compressed length: 32.32 in. (821 mm)
• Axle bolt thread size: M16x1.5
• Axle bolt hex size: 17 mm
• Axle bolt length: 83 mm
• No ABS tone ring included

Detailed Description

TrakMotive BM-8170 is an AAR CV axle shaft engineered for 2012-2015 BMW X1 front right service applications. The shaft uses a spline connection at both ends, a male+long inboard joint, and a flat spline outboard joint, with dimensions and spline counts listed to support accurate replacement selection. The ABS axle note indicates ABS axles fit non-ABS applications unless otherwise noted, and this unit does not include an ABS tone ring.

The TrakMotive AAR CV Axle Shaft product line is positioned as a direct-fit driveline replacement option for vehicles requiring precise axle geometry and connection details. For BMW X1 owners searching for a front right CV axle shaft, BM-8170 provides the listed OE cross-reference and fitment-specific specifications needed for ordering confidence.

This part cross-references OE number 31607605512 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Clicking or popping from a worn front right CV joint
• Vibration during acceleration from a damaged axle shaft
• Grease leakage from a deteriorated boot
• Excessive driveline play from spline or joint wear
• Noise caused by a failing OE axle assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle is a 2012-2015 BMW X1 with front right fitment before ordering BM-8170. Confirm axle bolt thread size, bolt hex size, spline counts, and overall compressed length against the removed part to ensure correct installation. Because this axle does not include an axle nut, reuse or source the correct hardware separately as required by the vehicle application.

Quality Assurance

TrakMotive states that this AAR CV axle shaft is backed by a limited lifetime warranty and produced by an ISO 9001:1007 and TS 16949:2009 certified company.