What is OEM number BMW-26107565103 and which part does it identify?

OEM number BMW-26107565103 identifies the propeller shaft for the BMW 3 Series (E90) saloon. The sourced vehicle is the 318i with the N46 B20 B 1,995 cc petrol engine (95 kW, 129 hp), built between 2005 and 2007. The shaft is the rear-wheel drive (RWD) propeller shaft that links the gearbox output to the rear differential, and it is specified for petrol models. The part is also known as the driveshaft or cardan shaft. Cross-reference: 26107531307, 26107527333. OEM number BMW-26107565103 may fit additional vehicle models not listed here — always verify against the OEM number on your existing part.

Does OEM number BMW-26107565103 fit my vehicle?

OEM number BMW-26107565103 fits the BMW 3 Series (E90) 318i, built between 2005 and 2007. The engine code is N46 B20 B, and the body type is saloon with rear-wheel drive (RWD).

Fitment depends on drivetrain and engine. The propeller shaft is specified for petrol RWD models, and the sourced vehicle uses the N46 B20 B engine. Cross-reference data lists the same propeller shaft against other petrol 3 Series variants, including the 316i and 320i of the E90 and E91 generations, so the gearbox type and engine of your vehicle should be confirmed. Overall length is a quick check: used-part listings for this number give approximately 1,600 mm.

Cross-reference data also associates OEM number BMW-26107565103 with the BMW X1 (E84) sDrive18i and with the E92 and E93 body styles, but the platform and body type differ. Verify the printed number on your existing part before ordering.

OEM number BMW-26107565103 may fit additional vehicle models not listed here. Always verify by checking the OEM number printed on your existing part.

Fits: BMW 3 Series (E90) 318i saloon, 2005-2007, N46 B20 B petrol engine, RWD, propeller shaft with overall length of approximately 1,600 mm. Does not fit: diesel variants and xDrive all-wheel drive (AWD) variants.

When should OEM number BMW-26107565103 be replaced?

Propeller shafts have no fixed replacement interval. Replace the unit when inspection shows wear or damage in the joints, the centre support bearing, or the shaft tube.

Replacement triggers

• Vibration through the floor or seats that rises with vehicle speed.
• Rhythmic knocking or clunking when moving off or changing between acceleration and deceleration.
• Humming or whining noise from the centre of the vehicle that changes with road speed.
• Visible cracking, tearing, or deterioration of the rubber flex coupling.
• Perceptible play in the universal joints or centre support bearing when the shaft is moved by hand with the vehicle raised.
• Dents, bends, or corrosion damage on the shaft tube, or missing balance weights.

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