I replaced the front driveshaft in my 2006 X3. It was making one heck of a noise so it was pretty easy to diagnose. I’m not super technical as far as being a mechanic but it was a pretty simple fix for around $100. Like you said, if you feel comfortable doing it, it is a simple job.
On mine the rear u joint caps blew out causing the drive shaft to fall out however thoes u joints are actually replaceable and are sold with a drive shaft repair kit which comes with center barring and what not however you can just pay for the u joint only if u wish you do not need to buy a whole new drive shaft if you dont want to the u joint is only 33bucks if you call a parts store and ask only for the u joint then they get confused because they cant find it that way you have to tell them to look up the drive shaft repair kit and just order the u joint from there it is a myth that the u joints arnt replacable they are very much replacable ppl just dont kniw how to find them at a parts store..
Any videos of the new one installed? Thx for this video. I think this is my problem. Noise coming from back I think. And if I give it alot of gas from stand still it will make a click sound like if it's going to break or crack
Good Video. I have the same car, same problem, same state. I disconnected the front driveshaft and almost lost the Yoke, Transfer case leaked a little and still have the same problem. BMW, Pok, NY wanted almost $50.00 for 8 Driveshaft bolts, yeah OK! Did you ever complete the job and how did it run after. Wish I had a lift... Wanna rent it? Lemme know, Thanks-
I have replaced the rear and front drive shaft . At this point , I don't even know what the problem was that indicated why I needed to replace, but all I know is that after it was replaced, there is a vibration after about 60mph until about 80nph. By vibration, I mean a high pitched sound and a fine vibration. When accelerating or maintaining speed, the sound persists , but when I let off the gas pedal, it immediately stops, but then starts the noise again when I give it any throttle at all. I am thinking it could be a balancing issue, maybe faulty part, or --- I don't know. The thing that I can't understand is why it stops when I let off the gas
Wheel bearings due go bad on these cars. If you turn your wheel at highway speed and the pitch of the sound changes its front wheel bearing. You can also put the car on a lift and let the wheels spin in gear and listen with a stethoscope
@@towuniverse2443 is there a video of you replacing it? BTW this video has the most views out of ALL of your videos, do you have a bmw specific channel? 💰 📈
Hey Do you really have to bring the whole exhaust down to access the drive shaft? ... Or, you can leave the exhaust partially removed just like what is in this video?Awesome tips.
I have the 525Xi. I can feel the vibration during driving. When I am in drive, the vibration is greatly reduced but then I left off the gas there is certainly something is wrong. After viewing this video, I think it is the drive shaft.
I had the same issue on the front and then shortly after on the back drive shaft. I knew my rear drive shaft was done because when inwas shift into reverse to leave my driveway it would make a loud "clink!" Noise. I paid 275 for the driveshaft and my private mechanic put it in for 75$
i have this exact problem and it’s been an issue for many months. i did not realize it could be the driveshaft. soon i am replacing the rear dif so i will inspect the driveshaft while i’m down there. when the front was replaced i actually found an A1 Cardone one for $200 on Rock Auto and its been working perfectly for something like 22k miles so far.
@@ryan-el9er definitely get it replaced. I was on a road trip and it starting clinking like crazy. I was very lucky to make it back to Omaha safe and sound. When the mechanic took the shift off it was in really bad shape.
Madroon thanks for the reply. i will try to get it done soon. i’m like the 6th owner of this car and it was not maintained at all. i’ve practically been restoring it (put close to $10k into this car i bought for $3000). trying to do most of the work myself and it’s very time consuming. the rear dif has to be replaced next and even though i’ll be down there anyways, i don’t think i’ll have enough time to also go and replace the driveshaft. i dont want to risk running out of time because i would definitely need to finish it the same day. but i will definitely focus on replacing that driveshaft next.
@@ryan-el9er I am the 2nd owner my 2008 x3 3.0i. I got it at 85k and currety it sits at 155k. It's been a great vehicle, but costly at times. I dont drive it as much as I used to, I will prob end up selling soon.
Thanks brother. Now i got an idea of how to approach this issue i got with constant squeking like back and forth noise. Each wheel turn at slow speeds is like 5 to 7 squeaks so i am almost sure its the rear u joints totally shot
@@GurvanR i did, it turns out, it was my front wheel bearings which were totally destroyed, which caused the squeaking. If your car has less than 200k miles it might not actually be the drive shaft.
Hi, I own bmw X5 E53 xdrive, and under harder acceleration feel vibration from front on whole body, when not accelerating no vibration, what problem can be?
Usually on German cars this type of vibration is caused by a failed carrier bearing (center support bearing) for the rear drive shaft. It's a wise idea to replace the center support bearing and the flex discs (Guibo bushings) all at the same time.
Same problem with my 2006 bmw x5. Vibrations when accelerating. I was told it could be engine mounts, drive shaft, flywheel.. any one know what it could be?
I just recently got eBay set whole new shaft bearing support and the flex disc for $265 auto zone or other store want $800+ I rather wait haha but it took only two day to get it also I got rear axles so my repair will start soon :)
@@bradzx it’s install all fine had no issue with install but some review I read some can come not perfect balance with mine I had experience vibrating 65-75 mph. But after I took a trip 1000 miles vibrations seem too go went away probably was a break in period not sure but it has been 7,000 miles now no issue yet 🤞
@@towuniverse2443 on last question in low speed I don't hear anything about only at 60 miles hour it's like a hollow sound it's not my wheel bearing I've been repair my control arm it was makeing my steering wheel shake and tie rod replace but at 60 on highway I hear this sound any suggestions
![[Eng Sub] BMW E46 Flex disc (guibo) and drive shaft center support bearing replacement DIY](/img/1.gif)
Helpful vid with the X3 on the lift and you are getting an excellent underside view of rear driveline. Regards!
I replaced the front driveshaft in my 2006 X3. It was making one heck of a noise so it was pretty easy to diagnose. I’m not super technical as far as being a mechanic but it was a pretty simple fix for around $100. Like you said, if you feel comfortable doing it, it is a simple job.
I have same exact car , year , color everything and a driveshaft problem. Gotta get it fixed ASAP .👍🏾
On mine the rear u joint caps blew out causing the drive shaft to fall out however thoes u joints are actually replaceable and are sold with a drive shaft repair kit which comes with center barring and what not however you can just pay for the u joint only if u wish you do not need to buy a whole new drive shaft if you dont want to the u joint is only 33bucks if you call a parts store and ask only for the u joint then they get confused because they cant find it that way you have to tell them to look up the drive shaft repair kit and just order the u joint from there it is a myth that the u joints arnt replacable they are very much replacable ppl just dont kniw how to find them at a parts store..
Any videos of the new one installed? Thx for this video. I think this is my problem. Noise coming from back I think. And if I give it alot of gas from stand still it will make a click sound like if it's going to break or crack
Bro, proper good video... First time I watched your channel. Thanks from the UK 👊🏽
Welcome!
Good Video. I have the same car, same problem, same state. I disconnected the front driveshaft and almost lost the Yoke, Transfer case leaked a little and still have the same problem. BMW, Pok, NY wanted almost $50.00 for 8 Driveshaft bolts, yeah OK!
Did you ever complete the job and how did it run after. Wish I had a lift... Wanna rent it? Lemme know, Thanks-
is it normal for the driveshaft to be extended like that with the splines showing
Wish I had seen this vid earlier. Exact same problem with my 05 X3. $2K at my local shop to replace driveshaft & U joints. 🤦🏻♀️
I have replaced the rear and front drive shaft . At this point , I don't even know what the problem was that indicated why I needed to replace, but all I know is that after it was replaced, there is a vibration after about 60mph until about 80nph. By vibration, I mean a high pitched sound and a fine vibration. When accelerating or maintaining speed, the sound persists , but when I let off the gas pedal, it immediately stops, but then starts the noise again when I give it any throttle at all.
I am thinking it could be a balancing issue, maybe faulty part, or --- I don't know. The thing that I can't understand is why it stops when I let off the gas
Wheel bearings due go bad on these cars. If you turn your wheel at highway speed and the pitch of the sound changes its front wheel bearing. You can also put the car on a lift and let the wheels spin in gear and listen with a stethoscope
What was the noise/ vibration that you had?
This video was very informative. Thank you
Thanks for watching.
@@towuniverse2443 is there a video of you replacing it? BTW this video has the most views out of ALL of your videos, do you have a bmw specific channel? 💰 📈
Thanks bro it’s big help
Happy to help
Hey
Do you really have to bring the whole exhaust down to access the drive shaft?
... Or, you can leave the exhaust partially removed just like what is in this video?Awesome tips.
You do not.
@@towuniverse2443
U’da’man!
I have the 525Xi. I can feel the vibration during driving. When I am in drive, the vibration is greatly reduced but then I left off the gas there is certainly something is wrong. After viewing this video, I think it is the drive shaft.
Did you fix your vibration?
My 08 e90 335xi is doing the same thing
excelente video, saludos desde Lima, Perú
Very good video, keep it up
Oh in the name of all that is holy they ARE SERVICEABLE U JOINTS
No. They do not have the groove for the snap ring. Thanks for watching though
@@towuniverse2443 dear mother Teresa save us from this
I had the same issue on the front and then shortly after on the back drive shaft.
I knew my rear drive shaft was done because when inwas shift into reverse to leave my driveway it would make a loud "clink!" Noise.
I paid 275 for the driveshaft and my private mechanic put it in for 75$
i have this exact problem and it’s been an issue for many months. i did not realize it could be the driveshaft. soon i am replacing the rear dif so i will inspect the driveshaft while i’m down there. when the front was replaced i actually found an A1 Cardone one for $200 on Rock Auto and its been working perfectly for something like 22k miles so far.
@@ryan-el9er my front and my back both went out within 6 months of each other.
@@ryan-el9er definitely get it replaced. I was on a road trip and it starting clinking like crazy. I was very lucky to make it back to Omaha safe and sound. When the mechanic took the shift off it was in really bad shape.
Madroon thanks for the reply. i will try to get it done soon. i’m like the 6th owner of this car and it was not maintained at all. i’ve practically been restoring it (put close to $10k into this car i bought for $3000). trying to do most of the work myself and it’s very time consuming. the rear dif has to be replaced next and even though i’ll be down there anyways, i don’t think i’ll have enough time to also go and replace the driveshaft. i dont want to risk running out of time because i would definitely need to finish it the same day. but i will definitely focus on replacing that driveshaft next.
@@ryan-el9er I am the 2nd owner my 2008 x3 3.0i. I got it at 85k and currety it sits at 155k. It's been a great vehicle, but costly at times.
I dont drive it as much as I used to, I will prob end up selling soon.
Thanks brother. Now i got an idea of how to approach this issue i got with constant squeking like back and forth noise. Each wheel turn at slow speeds is like 5 to 7 squeaks so i am almost sure its the rear u joints totally shot
Hi Zach I've the same problem. Do you find a solution?
@@GurvanR i did, it turns out, it was my front wheel bearings which were totally destroyed, which caused the squeaking. If your car has less than 200k miles it might not actually be the drive shaft.
@@zachleonard258 Thank you to answer. Mine only 125k miles. Squeaking at low speed when I accelerate. And Shakes at highway speed
Hi, I own bmw X5 E53 xdrive, and under harder acceleration feel vibration from front on whole body, when not accelerating no vibration, what problem can be?
Augustinas R. Im having exactly same issue with my Coupe... did you find a solution?
@@cekay1209 still not, but mechanic say it can be FLYWHEEL. CV joints replaced still problem here, engine mounts also in good condition.
Usually on German cars this type of vibration is caused by a failed carrier bearing (center support bearing) for the rear drive shaft. It's a wise idea to replace the center support bearing and the flex discs (Guibo bushings) all at the same time.
Same problem with my 2006 bmw x5. Vibrations when accelerating. I was told it could be engine mounts, drive shaft, flywheel.. any one know what it could be?
@@Mariusv95 i have the same problem in my X3 e83, could you solve it?
I'm having that issue 😅 bad u joint going bad 202k mile waiting for a new drive shaft :)
Common problem. Also transfer case drive shaft is another one.
Love your video.. Very helpful... From Nigeria
I just recently got eBay set whole new shaft bearing support and the flex disc for $265 auto zone or other store want $800+ I rather wait haha but it took only two day to get it also I got rear axles so my repair will start soon :)
How was the outcome? Any issues with replacement
@@bradzx it’s install all fine had no issue with install but some review I read some can come not perfect balance with mine I had experience vibrating 65-75 mph. But after I took a trip 1000 miles vibrations seem too go went away probably was a break in period not sure but it has been 7,000 miles now no issue yet 🤞
Always price shop!!
My car has been doing this and I just dropped my drive shaft driving down the road getting it fixed
Any sensors to disconnect when dropping the exhaust?
Oxygen sensor
I have a problem on my x5 2005 when i go over 120km / h my whole car shakes and vibrations are transmitted to the steering wheel, what could it be?
Usually at highway speeds vibrations in the steering wheel is a wheel balance issue, bent wheel, or tire
Good video
Can you tell what sound is it for front drive shaft how long can I drive if I remove my front drive shaft on my 04 xi
Go drive through a mcdonalds drive thru at slow speeds, You will hear a clanking resonating off the walls of the building.
@@towuniverse2443 on last question in low speed I don't hear anything about only at 60 miles hour it's like a hollow sound it's not my wheel bearing I've been repair my control arm it was makeing my steering wheel shake and tie rod replace but at 60 on highway I hear this sound any suggestions
Thanks!
Great stuff
Thanks Jorge!!!!!
I'm about to replace the front driveshaft on my sister's x3 looks pretty easy a caveman can do it
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