Description
The BMW F20 Strut Knuckle Caliper RH is a complete component from the Suspension Replacement Kits category, designed for the front axle on the right side of BMW vehicles. This kit combines key drivetrain components, simplifying servicing and enabling a consistent, technically correct replacement of suspension and wheel mounting elements.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: 6873723
- Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: 6873723
- Substitutable numbers: 31316873723, 6873723, 31216792286, 6792286, 34116850644, 6850644, 34116792215, 6792215, 31316791575, 6791575, 31316862173, 6862173, 51237209009, 7209009, 51237071124, 7071124
- Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
- Category: Suspension Component Replacement Kits
Purpose and Fitment for BMW F20
The presented kit is designed as an original component for the front right suspension in BMW F20 series models. It includes key components responsible for wheel guidance, vibration damping, and interaction with the braking system, ensuring the vehicle’s original handling characteristics are maintained.
By using genuine BMW parts, correct mounting points, geometry, and compatibility with the manufacturer’s standard solutions are preserved. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs or comprehensive front suspension overhauls.
Kit Construction and Function of Individual Elements
The right-side front axle strut-knuckle-caliper assembly forms a cohesive load-bearing and wheel-guiding system. In practice, this means:
- maintaining the correct position of the hub and wheel relative to the body,
- proper interaction with the suspension strut and geometry control elements,
- stable mounting of the brake caliper and disc,
- effective damping of vibrations and shocks transmitted from the road surface.
A kit configured in this way reduces the risk of incorrect installation of individual components and facilitates the restoration of correct suspension geometry after repair.
Benefits of Using a Complete Suspension Replacement Kit
Choosing a complete solution from the Suspension Replacement Kits category instead of individual components offers several practical servicing benefits:
- better consistency in the operation of the suspension and braking system on one side of the vehicle,
- reduction in the number of potential incompatibilities between parts from different suppliers,
- expedited installation process in the workshop,
- easier inspection of the entire assembly during periodic checks.
For the user, this translates to more predictable vehicle behavior, more stable handling, and proper interaction with safety systems that rely on correct suspension and brake function.
Used Product Characteristics
This part is a used item, sourced from disassembly, offering a sensible compromise between repair cost and maintaining the original BMW construction. This type of solution is often chosen for routine maintenance repairs and for restoring the vehicle’s factory specifications after mechanical damage.
Before installation, the standard workshop procedure is recommended: check the working condition, verify mounting points, and inspect the interaction with other suspension and brake components on the same side of the axle.
Fitment, Reference Numbers, and Technical Support
The product is assigned an OEM part number and associated interchangeable numbers, which facilitates precise identification and selection for a specific BMW F20 configuration. If you have any doubts regarding fitment, it is advisable to compare the markings with the vehicle’s service documentation or seek assistance from a technical advisor.
If you are looking for other items in the Suspension Replacement Kits category dedicated to this brand, check the available BMW Suspension Replacement Kits to select complete solutions for both sides of the axle or the entire front of the car.
More About Selecting Used Suspension Components
When choosing used suspension components – such as struts, knuckles, or calipers – it is beneficial to understand the differences between standard and sport configurations, as well as the principles of safe part selection. A detailed discussion of these topics can be found in the article “Standard vs. Sport Suspension – Construction Differences and Is It Worth Buying Used Suspension Parts?”, which will help you consciously plan the repair or upgrade of your BMW’s drivetrain.
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