BMW 3 Serie 320 TD E46
Car parts and drivetrain components for BMW 3 Serie 320 TD E46. Always check the fit before ordering.
Products for BMW 3 Serie 320 TD E46
- Position: Rear right
- Flange diameter: 100 mm
- Total length: 668 mm
- Splines wheel side: 27
- ABS teeth: 48
- Diameter: 30 mm
- Hole spacing c/c: 160 mm
- Bearing thickness: 35 mm
- Position: Rear
- Number of centre bearings: 1
- Number of joints: 2
- Total length: 1,462 mm
- Position: Rear left, Rear right
- Flange diameter: 100 mm
- Total length: 614 mm
- Splines wheel side: 27
- ABS teeth: 48
- Flange diameter: 94 mm
- Total length: 610 mm
- Splines wheel side: 27
- Flange diameter: 94 mm
- Total length: 675 mm
- Splines wheel side: 27
- Position: Rear, Outer
- Inner splines: 25
- Outer diameter: 94 mm
- Splines wheel side: 27
- ABS teeth: 48
- Flange diameter: 100 mm
- Total length: 665 mm
- Splines wheel side: 27
- Position: Rear left
- Total length: 620 mm
- Splines wheel side: 27
- Flange diameter: 100 mm
- Total length: 610 mm
- Splines wheel side: 27
Frequently asked questions about drivetrain parts for BMW 3 Series 320 TD E46
How do I know if my BMW E46 320 TD needs a new drive shaft?
The most common signs are clicking noises when making sharp turns or vibrations under acceleration. Also check whether the CV boots are split or cracked, as this quickly causes the CV joint to wear out.
Why does my BMW 320 TD vibrate during acceleration?
Vibrations under acceleration in a rear-wheel-drive car such as the E46 are often caused by an unbalanced propeller shaft, a worn centre bearing, or defective universal joints in the prop shaft.
Do all E46 drive shafts fit the 320 TD model?
No, drive shafts often differ between diesel and petrol models due to differences in torque output and gearbox options. Always select your car's exact make, model and engine to find the correct version.
What are the symptoms of a broken ABS ring on a BMW 3 Series?
Common symptoms include the ABS warning light illuminating or the ABS pulsing under light braking. This is often caused by corrosion, which makes the reluctor ring crack or distort.
How many propeller shaft variants are there for the 320 TD E46?
We currently stock 3 different propeller shaft variants to cover the various configurations available for this specific model.
Can I replace just the ABS ring, or does the entire drive shaft have to be changed?
On the BMW E46, it is often possible to replace just the ABS ring if the drive shaft itself is otherwise in good condition, making it a very cost-effective repair.