Rear Drive Shaft for 2015 BMW 228i xDrive - Dorman 986-545

$786.99

Dorman - OE Solutions Drive Shaft 986-545

Part number: 986-545

UPC: 889245901514

Condition: New

Weight: 23.88 LBS

Item Package Quantity: 1

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Dorman - OE Solutions Drive Shaft P/N:986-545

$786.99

Description

Dorman 986-545 rear drive shaft for the 2015 BMW 228i xDrive carries drivetrain torque back to the rear wheels. It replaces a rear shaft with worn U-joints or a damaged tube.

Dynamically pre-balanced two-piece steel shaft assembly
Drawn over mandrel (DOM) seamless steel tubing with 0.083 in wall thickness
All-new tubing and U-joints in the assembly
Dorman OE Solutions product line

Quick facts

Part: Dorman 986-545 drive shaft
Fits: 2015 BMW 228i xDrive
Position: Rear
Material: Steel
Condition: New

A vibration at speed or a clunk when you accelerate or shift can mean a worn U-joint or a bent shaft. Before you replace this shaft, rule out out-of-balance wheels or tires and loose rear driveline fasteners, which can also produce vibration at speed.

Fits

This shaft is a direct-fit replacement for the 2015 BMW 228i xDrive.

Specifications

Fit and size

Position: Rear
Quantity per vehicle: 1
Shaft diameter: 2.5 in
Length: 44 in
Wall thickness: 0.083 in
Ends: bolt on at both ends

Build and materials

Construction: 2-piece driveshaft assembly
Material: Steel
U-joints: included
Greaseable: No
Condition: New
Country of origin: United States

In the box

One drive shaft assembly. This listing holds one shaft, and the 2015 BMW 228i xDrive takes one. CV joints, a slip yoke and an axle nut are not included.

Installation notes

Arrives fully assembled and ready to install.

Interchange: 26108602895 · 26108678475

Manufacturer's description

Product specs

Vehicles it fits

Interchange numbers

This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:

26108602895, 26108678475

Buyer's Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Dorman 986-545 rear drive shaft fit the 2015 BMW 228i xDrive?

Yes. Dorman 986-545 is a rear drive shaft listed for the 2015 BMW 228i xDrive, and that car takes one.

Does this Dorman OE Solutions drive shaft come with U-joints?

Yes. Dorman 986-545 includes its U-joints and arrives as one assembled shaft. CV joints, a slip yoke and an axle nut are not included.

What is this rear drive shaft made of, and how long is it?

The shaft is steel, made from drawn over mandrel (DOM) seamless tubing. It is 2.5 in in diameter and 44 in long, with a 0.083 in wall.

What symptoms can a worn drive shaft cause?

A vibration at speed, a clunk when you accelerate or shift, or a visibly damaged shaft or U-joint can all mean wear. A shop can test the driveline to confirm.

Does this drive shaft need balancing before I install it?

No. It arrives fully assembled and dynamically pre-balanced, ready to install.