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Replacing Drive Shaft Flanges

Model: BMW Serie 5 E39 - Years: 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Part: Drivetrain

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It is quite common for the rubber damper flange at the two universal joints (front and rear) of the drive shaft, which connects the transmission to the rear differential, to fail. It is recommended to let the vehicle cool down since the shaft passes close to the exhaust before proceeding with the disassembly of the transmission.

Once on the workbench, simply unscrew the flange mounting bolts, remove the old dampers, and install the new ones before reassembling everything back in the vehicle.


Updated on 21 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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