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Suspension control arm for BMW 3 Series E36 + BMW Z3, left front axle
Specifications
Technical details
- OEM numbers: 31 12 1 136 529, 31 12 1 140 399, 31 12 1 140 957, 31 12 6 758 513, 31 12 6 758 515
What this part changes
The control arm holds the wheel and absorbs braking, potholes and acceleration. When its bushings or ball joint develop play, the alignment moves under load: the steering becomes vague, the tire wears unevenly, and no wheel alignment adjustment will hold.
A new control arm restores the car's original precision - it's a repair, not a performance upgrade, but it is often the most noticeable change you can feel on a ten-year-old car.
What to plan for
- Wheel alignment required after installation: the toe setting changes as soon as you touch a control arm.
- Tighten to the specified torque with the wheels on the ground, otherwise the bushings work under preload and squeak.
- If the suspension is removed, take the opportunity to check the ball joints and sway bar links.
Compatible vehicles
| Make | Model | Engine | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW | 3 (E36) 316 i; 09.90 - 09.93 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 (E36) 316 i; 09.90 - 09.93 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 (E36) 316 i; 09.90 - 09.93 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 (E36) 316 i; 07.93 - 02.98 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 (E36) 318 i; 12.90 - 10.93 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 (E36) 318 i; 10.93 - 02.98 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 (E36) 318 is; 03.93 - 02.98 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 (E36) 318 is; 09.95 - 02.98 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 (E36) 320 i; 09.90 - 02.98 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 (E36) 320 i; 09.90 - 02.98 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 (E36) 323 i 2.5; 03.95 - 02.98 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 (E36) 325 i; 09.90 - 09.95 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 (E36) 325 i; 09.90 - 09.95 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 (E36) 328 i; 01.95 - 02.98 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 (E36) 328 i; 01.95 - 02.98 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 (E36) 318 tds; 01.95 - 02.98 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 (E36) 325 td; 09.91 - 02.98 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 (E36) 325 tds; 05.93 - 02.98 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Compact (E36) 316 i; 03.94 - 08.00 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Compact (E36) 316 g; 12.95 - 08.00 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Compact (E36) 318 ti; 11.94 - 08.95 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Compact (E36) 316 i; 12.98 - 08.00 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Compact (E36) 316 i; 12.98 - 08.00 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Compact (E36) 318 ti; 07.95 - 08.00 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Compact (E36) 323 ti; 08.97 - 08.00 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Compact (E36) 318 tds; 01.95 - 08.00 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Coupé (E36) 316 i; 09.93 - 04.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Coupé (E36) 318 is; 03.92 - 10.95 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Coupé (E36) 318 is; 09.95 - 04.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Coupé (E36) 320 i; 03.92 - 04.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Coupé (E36) 320 i; 03.92 - 04.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Coupé (E36) 323 i 2.5; 03.95 - 04.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Coupé (E36) 325 i; 03.92 - 04.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Coupé (E36) 325 i; 03.92 - 04.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Coupé (E36) 328 i; 01.95 - 04.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Coupé (E36) 328 i; 01.95 - 04.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Cabriolet (E36) 318 i; 01.94 - 04.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Cabriolet (E36) 320 i; 03.94 - 12.96 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Cabriolet (E36) 320 i; 03.94 - 12.96 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Cabriolet (E36) 320 i; 12.93 - 04.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Cabriolet (E36) 320 i; 12.93 - 04.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Cabriolet (E36) 323 i 2.5; 06.95 - 04.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Cabriolet (E36) 325 i; 03.93 - 03.95 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Cabriolet (E36) 325 i; 03.93 - 03.95 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Cabriolet (E36) 325 i; 07.93 - 09.95 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Cabriolet (E36) 325 i; 07.93 - 09.95 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Cabriolet (E36) 328 i; 03.95 - 04.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Cabriolet (E36) 328 i; 03.95 - 04.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Touring (E36) 316 i; 01.96 - 10.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Touring (E36) 316 i; 04.97 - 10.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Touring (E36) 318 i; 07.95 - 10.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Touring (E36) 318 i; 01.98 - 10.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Touring (E36) 320 i; 01.95 - 10.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Touring (E36) 320 i; 01.95 - 10.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Touring (E36) 323 i 2.5; 09.95 - 10.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Touring (E36) 328 i; 01.95 - 10.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Touring (E36) 328 i; 01.95 - 10.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Touring (E36) 318 tds; 01.95 - 10.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Touring (E36) 325 tds; 01.95 - 10.99 | — | — |
| BMW | 3 Touring (E36) 325 tds; 01.98 - 10.99 | — | — |
| BMW | Z3 (E36) 1.8; 10.95 - 10.98 | — | — |
| BMW | Z3 (E36) 1.9; 01.99 - 01.03 | — | — |
| BMW | Z3 (E36) 1.9; 07.98 - 01.03 | — | — |
| BMW | Z3 (E36) 1.9; 10.95 - 03.99 | — | — |
| BMW | Z3 (E36) 2.0; 04.99 - 08.00 | — | — |
| BMW | Z3 (E36) 2.0; 04.99 - 01.03 | — | — |
| BMW | Z3 (E36) 2.2; 08.00 - 01.03 | — | — |
| BMW | Z3 (E36) 2.8; 04.97 - 06.00 | — | — |
| BMW | Z3 (E36) 2.8; 04.99 - 08.00 | — | — |
| BMW | Z3 (E36) 3.0; 06.00 - 01.03 | — | — |
| BMW | Z3 Coupé (E36) 2.8; 07.97 - 06.00 | — | — |
| BMW | Z3 Coupé (E36) 3.0; 06.00 - 06.03 | — | — |
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