A worn-out center support bearing can lead to some annoying side-effects. The driveshaft on BMWs is broken up into 2 sections. The center support bearing is where the 2 sections meet. It consists of a metal bearing in the middle that is surrounded by vibration-absorbing rubber. As the vehicle ages the rubber becomes weak and rips away from the bearing. The result is a vibration and a bad thumping or knocking sound.
The driveshaft center bearing supports the center portion of the driveshaft. Over time the bearings can wear causing driveline vibrations that can cause additional driveshaft problems.
This item fits the following BMWs: 1970-1976 2002 BMW 1600 2002 2002tii 1977-1983 E21 BMW 320i 1976-1981 E12 BMW 528i 530i 1983-1988 E28 BMW 533i 535i 535is M5 1982-1989 E24 BMW 633csi 635csi M6 - Manual transmission 1981-1987 E23 BMW 733i 735i Show More Show Less