Car parts and drivetrain components for BMW 1 Serie 116 I E81. Always check the fit before ordering.
The most common symptoms include clicking noises during sharp turns, vibrations under acceleration, and in some cases grease leaking from a damaged CV boot.
Vibrations under acceleration on a rear-wheel-drive BMW are often caused by wear in the propeller shaft centre bearing, imbalance in the prop shaft itself, or worn universal joints.
No, the propeller shaft length and mountings can vary depending on whether the car has a manual or automatic gearbox, as well as the production year. Always select your exact make, model and engine to find the right part.
If the ABS warning light comes on, or if you feel the ABS system pulsing through the brake pedal at low speeds on dry surfaces, a cracked or corroded ABS ring is a very likely cause.
On the BMW 1 Series E81, it is usually most cost-effective to replace the complete drive shaft, as it comes fully assembled with both inner and outer joints to ensure a dependable, long-term repair.
Our fitment guarantee means we ensure the part will fit your BMW 1 Series 116 I E81 correctly when you select your vehicle's make, model and engine variant before ordering.