BMW xDrive Front Drive Shaft Replacement - Solve the Shaking (325xi, 328, 335, X1)

[@kbelitski]

This is one of the best automotive repair videos I've ever seen. Music started getting to me after a while, but awesome camera work angles, lighting, explanations, detail. Excellent. Thank you!!

[@mammutit]

if you use a rubber belt type oil filter wrench you can hold the drive shaft easier

[@bvvbvv6010]

I have e90 330xi 6 speed and every time I come to stop sounds like car shifts down 3 times,is it this problem?

[@friguy4444]

Nice video. That's not the end that usually people need the help with though. It's usually the center support bearing that people need to replace. The rear connection to the Differential is something I can't find any info on.

[@kellyanderson7115]

Nice video. Do you know how to get the flange off the front output shaft? For some reason I can't seem to figure that out. I have a 6spd/transfer case that I want to replace all of the seals on.

[@davidaranda1862]

Did you put the car in neutral or did it just have to have the wheels able to spin

[@DeerailBeatz]

What size socket did you use to remove the driveshaft screws??

[@JonnyBlazeTCB]

You ever get a response?

[@bmwfast50i32]

E12 i think

[@bmwfast50i32]

@@JonnyBlazeTCB it’s e10

[@mikesfixitgarage1700]

I have 2006 BMW X3 and replaced front drive shaft which is the only year it is shorter and has. Spacer but drive to receive was normal size and fit right in with out spacer, do I need to use spacer, thanks

[@djrodriguez6582]

Hey did you ever find out if it works without the spacer?

[@bralewidowdan2987]

Main thing is to diagnose the problem. Replacing with this kind of help is going to save you couple grand. Great video!

[@Redaxted]

Is this similar to the lower steering shaft? I can’t find any videos to help me with that DIY.

[@khelvhin]

Is this thesame for a 17 240xi, looking to do mine very soon

[@Jacob-ny6if]

I have an Xdrive car is there any way to tell if the front drive shaft has failed or the rear?

[@compasstrans]

Can you tell me what would be done differently on f15/f16 for the front shaft. Not sure how shaft will come off on transfer case side. Thanks.

[@richardcubis2822]

Can I use my BMW without front drive shaft because crossjoints are wornout already..

[@sebastianjungle]

i boght a bmw 320. it is missing the front pro shaft i want to know if i can still drive it without it bmw service said yes as is not longer a xdrive somone removed the fron one for a reasone. any adivce please

[@rdcanyon]

great video. I have this exact issue on my BMW x3 e83. ordered the part to be fitted next week. Thanks for the video!

[@haasinkarajic394]

How to change on e61 530xd LCI rear UJoint?

[@frankiewilliams1894]

Garrett Man your Videos are Life Savers!! Your level of explanation is on Point!! I salute you Sir!! Blessings

[@fcpeuro]

Glad you like them!

[@perrijanis]

Hello from Spain. After replacing that part, has any more part had to be replaced or repaired? Transfer, differential ...

[@williamgonzalez1939]

Can I eliminate de front wheels I have a 2013 535i xdrive and I have to replace the front drive shaft and it also broke the oil pan

[@PrecisionBimmer]

How do you do this on a 2011 x5 35i ? There are only 4 nuts on the end connected to the engine and none on the end connected to the differential.

[@garysmith5416]

Will the car pull with the front shaft out?

[@bronxbmw625]

Ive been looking for the front drive shaft and can not find it for my car a 2009 e92 335 xdrive and the only 1 i found says no eta and it was for the rear 1

[@IshinuK]

Great video, really helpful. I just did this to my car but noticed that the Trasnfer case is leaking from where the Driveshaft connects. Is it possible that it got damaged from my bad Driveshaft? If so, would there be a seal that could be replaced? or do I have to replace the whole Transfer case?

[@jsm3233]

Have the same issue. Did you ever resolve it?

[@IshinuK]

@@jsm3233 It's been 2 years, but if I recall correctly, there was a seal that I replaced right where the Drive Shaft connects to the transfer case.

[@jsm3233]

Hina's Corner thanks

[@Tommyislame]

Hey , I’m having the same issue rn, what’s the seal called? And what does it look like?!

[@armnloaded8746]

How many bolts do you need?

[@ssdtrain1]

my 2005 X3 transfer case flange doesn't move back and forth like that one??

[@tgmod]

Is the transfer case yoke flange a slip on style? Or is it bolted on?

[@gmakutube]

Is there a technique to getting the front driveshaft to rotate in order to remove the bolts? I mean, if it doesn't seem to want to rotate, what should one do to get it to disengage, or go into neutral, or whatever you want to call it?

[@fcpeuro]

The easiest way to spin the drive shaft is to leave the transmission in neutral. If the transmission is gear it will not be possible to spin the forward drive shaft.

[@gmakutube]

Thanks.

[@luisliberato1493]

I have a question both side are the same it doesn’t matters what side you put on ??

[@kingant1777]

How do I know the right size drive shaft to order for a bmw x3 2005 3.0i engine

[@mokhaz9372]

Did you figure out what size you need for the drive shaft?

[@wxviewer]

What are the symptoms(sounds/noises) of this issue? My 2008 E92 had a horrendous metallic rattle that was synced with wheel speed. When I would push a wee bit of acceleration the noise would quiet down until the acceleration died off. It sounded really obnoxious. The mechanic told me it was the front drive shaft, broken at the Transfer Case.

[@aimized1460]

Really bad vibrations depending which shaft it is the front or the rear one if you fail to repair the broken one it could lead the other one to break also… from what you wrote it could be something within the whee like a wheel bearing or perhaps your brakes are rusted up hence not letting go off fully

[@techguy1678]

Do the front and rear driveshafts have to be aligned in a certain orientation when working on an Xdrive model? Mainy an F10 550i XDrive.

[@Alpha_B95]

Is it possible to install the driveshaft in backwards? I just replaced the front carrier assembly and now it doesn't shift right and kinda sounds like a slight gurgle/slight grinding noise.... Thanks in advance..

[@fcpeuro]

Hi, Brendan. The driveshaft can be installed either way. First thing to check is your transmission or diff fluid level, sounds like it could be low on fluid.

[@Alpha_B95]

@@fcpeuro I checked my front carrier assembly n that's fine. I just filled a day ago. Differential fluid probably needs changed I just checked it's black.. but I never had this issue prior to replacing front carrier assembly...

[@FreshieAlbanian]

Is it possible to reach the drain plug on the auto transmission with this in the way or will I have to remove it?

[@dcblyke]

Just did my transmission service on my e60 xdrive. Yes, you need to remove the front drive shaft to access the fill plug on the transmission.

[@Norasbestyoutubechannel781]

What are symptoms?

[@frankiewilliams1894]

How do I view your other videos Please??

[@fcpeuro]

They are all listed on this channel!

[@hacksys1]

Do you have the part number on the ZNS bolts or Link to get them Need to do this; this weekend and would like to order some new bolts for it. Thanks

[@fcpeuro]

Hello Isaiah, here's a link to the ZNS bolt. www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-torx-screw-with-ribs-26117529387

[@jmojameson]

Great video, very clear and straightforward. Just had the same thing happen to my car and this really helped. Keep up the great work and thank you for the video!

[@zebedee23]

How do you know when these are going my e92 328 x drive is making noise up front and already replaced wheel bearing and got new tires

[@fcpeuro]

A common symptom of a failing driveshaft is a very noticeable shaking coming from underneath the vehicle. You may also hear clunking or squeaking.

[@nicholashanson7406]

Would the noise be happening at all times, or only when it's in gear?

[@brandoneng9100]

Does anyone know the part number for that splash shield?

[@stanislavhristoskov5174]

Hey there ! Can i drive my e92 325xi without my front drive shaft ? Is there any chance to get demage on the car ? I am looking from 2 weeks for any possible option to turn my car intro rear wheel drive. I really dont like 4x4 anymore.

[@Hope4NewDay1]

The idiot before me removed the driveshaft on my 335xi. You can drive it around without it. Just make sure its covered. Also pull fuse 24/50 (Might be fuse 26 and 50) in the glove box to disable the xi/xdrive system so you dont get the 4x4 AWD error if you try to dyno, drift, or do burn outs.

[@rebeccahanson9864]

Yall may not see this but i was told it would cost me 750.00 to replace this part. They said it would be bad on the transfer case and be dangerous if i didnt replace it. Am i being lied to or could it be a possible danger?

[@Franz-ci3bd]

Hello FCP, can this problem cause shaking steering from about 50 mph that get worse at highway speeds? My shaking is not constant, it may appear or not to appear. Rims and tires are ok, brake discs are ok, already replaced strut arms and bushings and all shock absorbers and their mounts. No play on suspensions or outer tie rods, just a small play on left inner tie rod but dealers and mechanics say that this can't cause my shaking. Thanks

[@fcpeuro]

Yes, it's possible the driveshaft could cause the shaking.

[@Franz-ci3bd]

Thanks!

[@d1malo389]

@@Franz-ci3bd Hey man, please could you tell me if you have sorted your shaking? Getting same vibration which is most prominent 60+mph and when I turn when to the right side. Can transfer case cause it, just want to know how you managed to sort yours

[@franciccio4983]

@@d1malo389 Hey mate, I had the main shaft replaced under warranty from the dealer. The issue is still there but reduced a lot. As I'm tired to try to fix the issue totally, I won't do any other replacement (i have replaced also tension struts and shock absorbers).

[@d1malo389]

@@franciccio4983 you are going through a lot! Does your shaking increases when you turn steering wheel slightly?

[@napoli.4life]

what are the torque specs for a 2008 535xi on these bolts ????

[@butcherbaker4258]

Same

[@Tony-jv5pr]

I think you help me to understand the X5 F15, thank you.

[@danwilliam7995]

What kind of socket is that for the driveshaft bolts?

[@fcpeuro]

E10 Torx.

[@accidentalheadclunkers8517]

FCP Euro was an E12 on my 2006 X3

[@isrealperez9069]

What was the problem with and why would you change it

[@fcpeuro]

shaking / vibration from the drivetrain

[@rudeboy8787]

Can you post a video on how to remove the transfer case on a e90?

[@fcpeuro]

Hello Dameon, we'll look into adding that one.

[@T2VR]

So it has been discovered on forums that removing this makes your x drive car RWD with no codes. Can we see some testing?

[@marklashko6674]

I doubt FCP would test this, but I'm actually going to test it out myself right when spring hits. Ill post results on e90post.

[@T2VR]

Mark Lashko I am doing the same.

[@fcpeuro]

Removing the transfer case motor will make the car rear wheel drive. However, there will definitely be codes stored in the transfer case control module and possible the ABS system since they are both tied in with one another. These codes would be BMW specific module faults and not standard OBDII PO faults you can read with a generic scanner.

[@marklashko6674]

FCP Euro How would the transfer case know that the drive shaft is out? There are no sensors connected to it.

[@T2VR]

Mark Lashko removing the front drive shaft disconnects power to the front wheels, but the transfer case still moves. You'll be RWD but will have some power loss

[@nickybld]

How much does that run you to replace? I have an e90 335xi

[@fcpeuro]

Good afternoon Nicholas, here is the part on our website (www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-driveshaft-front-26207629987), in terms of labor and such, it will vary as you know, or it will be free of course if you do it yourself.

[@PovertyDIY]

I just twisted my prop shaft on my 535i x drive. It was glorious.

[@fcpeuro]

😮

[@franciscoecheverria2382]

Does any one knows where can i find a video to replace transfer case on 2007 bmw 328 xi.

[@anthonyvargas1074]

Francisco Echeverria the whole unit or the motor?

[@jon4304]

Love FCP! Y’all are incredibly helpful, but!!! What is the music for this video??!! I must know!

[@fcpeuro]

We love you too, Jon. Glad we can help! Due to copyright laws, we use royalty free music tracks in our videos, such as this one. Honestly, I wish I could tell you what track this is :( I'll do my best to find out for you, but no promises!

[@archaichero8142]

Music is "Snow Walk" by Dominant

[@Hope4NewDay1]

What are the part numbers for the bolts?

[@fcpeuro]

The part number for the bolts is 26117529387. www.fcpeuro.com/products/bmw-torx-screw-with-ribs-26117529387

[@andreagamba9539]

Great video! Did you change ever engine mounts on the same car?

[@fcpeuro]

Hello Andrew, the engine mounts were not changed.

[@devildogae]

awesome video! keep up the good work and videos coming.

[@fcpeuro]

Thank You!

[@eaemerson4852]

Going through the same woes; excellent video. Thanks.

[@fcpeuro]

You're welcome!

[@paytons6767]

Amazing video thank you!!!

[@shawnzhang579]

Is that a 1/2 inch dewalt impact wrench?

[@fcpeuro]

Yes it is

[@d1malo389]

Great video!

[@fcpeuro]

Thanks, Dimitrij!

[@d1malo389]

@@fcpeuro Was this vibration consistent or after certain speed, I get weird vhoozing vibration after 60+mph and strangely enough when I turn steering to the right more prominent, really weird. Would appreciate any advice

[@Aardvark49]

Adding on a transfer case fluid change would be a good "while you're in there" move. Would love to see you use safety glasses.

[@fcpeuro]

The transfer case fluid change was shot at the same time! That will be posted very soon.

[@Aardvark49]

Thanks, will look for it.

[@fcpeuro]

You're welcome Victor

[@gregoryparrish4220]

dude you are awesome

[@johnflann2420]

Great video, shame about the music. Made it difficult at times to hear your dulcet tones! Helped me no end, Thanks!!

[@fcpeuro]

Glad it was helpful sorry about the music!

[@fredfrederickson]

I like the added music to this diy 😊

[@its_me_lo1142]

10:40 amen 🙏 😂😂😂😂😂

[@smilez180ify]

Dang I never thought it could be this I always thought it was my axles.

[@ashalikhan2]

Music not loud enough!

[@bigjose8358]

One problem that i hate if your buying the shaft.... Screws should be included ! Because they need to be changed this happens with a lot with Fcp parts ...Twice i had to go out to bmw to get screws customer should not have to think about this ...😑

[@bmwsincekid]

There is no way to Repair the drive shaft without actually Replacing the whole as for my car it cost 860€

[@callyourgeek]

bro the music over powers you instructions.

[@XxAzraelTheAngelxX]

I’m still gonna use the same bolts lol

[@TheSchoeMaker]

I literally just had to do this on my 06 330xi. Relatively easy job.

[@MigySaan]

Hey i know im 2 years late lol but i need to do the same thing we have the same car do you have any tips?

[@rubondomoralez1769]

8/10 as a pro shouldn't you have some work glasses on and FCP , please get this guy a mic .....