Description
The BMW i3 I01 Rear Subframe Bracket is a structural component responsible for stable support of the rear axle and proper load transfer to the body. This solution is designed for the electric BMW i3 I01 generation models, engineered as a load-bearing element of the rear suspension system.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: 6879520
- Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: 6879520
- Substitutable numbers: 39206879520, 6879520, 39206852678, 6852678, 9269846
- Location on the vehicle: Rear
- Category: Frame Rails & Subframes
Purpose and Function in the Vehicle
The presented rear subframe bracket belongs to the category of BMW longitudinal body frame parts and brackets and operates in the rear axle area of the vehicle. Its function is to support the subframe, maintain correct suspension geometry, and transfer forces generated during acceleration, braking, and traversing uneven surfaces.
Its rear placement on the vehicle allows for:
- stable mounting of the rear axle assembly to the body structure,
- maintaining predictable vehicle behavior under load changes,
- reducing unwanted movement of suspension components during driving.
Construction and Fit for BMW i3 I01
The bracket has been designed by BMW as a component structurally matched to the body architecture and suspension system of the i3 I01 model. The appropriate geometry of the mountings ensures correct subframe positioning and compatibility with factory mounting points.
Key functional features:
- precise fit with the body characteristic of original parts,
- maintaining the factory rear axle geometry after correct installation,
- adequate structural rigidity supporting the operation of the suspension and drivetrain.
Condition, Origin, and Service Application
The component is a used part, offered as a used BMW i3 rear subframe bracket. This type of part is often chosen for accident repairs, suspension geometry correction, or replacement of damaged rear axle mounting points.
In service practice, such a bracket is used, among other things, when:
- the rear body structure has been damaged in the subframe mounting area,
- deformations affecting the rear axle’s toe and geometry have been identified,
- a single load-bearing element needs replacement instead of extensive bodywork repairs.
Benefits of Using an Original BMW Bracket
Using an original bracket from the same model line allows for maintaining the driving parameters intended by the manufacturer. Compared to aftermarket alternatives or repairs using fabricated parts, such a component ensures:
- factory mounting points for the subframe and suspension components,
- structural consistency with other body parts,
- easier geometry checks on a measuring station after repair completion.
BMW Longitudinal Body Frame Parts and Brackets – Selection and Technical Knowledge
If you need other BMW longitudinal body frame parts and brackets, check availability in our dedicated category: BMW longitudinal body frame parts and brackets. You will find structural components matched to various models of this brand.
When planning repairs using used parts, it is advisable to be aware of the general principles of component selection and cost-effectiveness assessment. An article on our blog may be helpful: Used Gearbox – When is it Worth It and What You Need to Remember, where we discuss compatibility, cost-effectiveness, and making informed choices about used mechanical components.
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