Front spring strut/shock absorber for BMW 3 Series E46 323i (1998)
This Front spring strut/shock absorber technical drawing provides a detailed breakdown of the assembly for the 3 Series E46 323i. It includes part names, part numbers and all associated mounting hardware for vehicles produced between 1998.
| No. | Description | Supp. | Qty | From | Up To | Part Number | Price | Notes | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| i | The following part is absolutely vital for strut replacements: Additional shock absorber, front |
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| 01 | Left front spring strut | 1 | 31316759561 | $258.82 | Shop at ECS Tuning | |||||
| Required for repair | ||||||||||
| 01 | Front right spring strut | 1 | 31316759562 | $258.82 | Shop at ECS Tuning | |||||
| Required for repair | ||||||||||
| -- | Self-locking hex nut | M14X1,5-05 ZNS3 | 1 | 31106774714 | $1.12 | Shop at ECS Tuning | ||||
| -- | Hex bolt with washer | M12X1,5X55-10.9 | 1 | 31306779487 | $2.17 | Shop at ECS Tuning | ||||
| For vehicles with Sports suspension settings or Poor road package |
S226A=Yes S815A=Yes |
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| 01 | Front right spring strut | 1 | 09/1998 | 31316750792 | $284.70 | Shop at ECS Tuning | ||||
| only in conjunction with | ||||||||||
| -- | Spring pad lower | 1 | 09/1998 | 31331096664 | $4.60 | Shop at ECS Tuning | ||||
| Required for repair | ||||||||||
| -- | Left front spring strut | 1 | 09/1998 | 31316750791 | $284.70 | Shop at ECS Tuning | ||||
| Required for repair | ||||||||||
| -- | Self-locking hex nut | M14X1,5-05 ZNS3 | 1 | 09/1998 | 31106774714 | $1.12 | Shop at ECS Tuning | |||
| -- | Hex bolt with washer | M12X1,5X55-10.9 | 1 | 09/1998 | 31306779487 | $2.17 | Shop at ECS Tuning | |||
| 01 | Left front spring strut | 1 | 09/1998 | 31316750791 | $284.70 | Shop at ECS Tuning | ||||
| only in conjunction with | ||||||||||
| -- | Spring pad lower | 1 | 09/1998 | 31331096664 | $4.60 | Shop at ECS Tuning | ||||
| Required for repair | ||||||||||
| -- | Front right spring strut | 1 | 09/1998 | 31316750792 | $284.70 | Shop at ECS Tuning | ||||
| Required for repair | ||||||||||
| -- | Self-locking hex nut | M14X1,5-05 ZNS3 | 1 | 09/1998 | 31106774714 | $1.12 | Shop at ECS Tuning | |||
| -- | Hex bolt with washer | M12X1,5X55-10.9 | 1 | 09/1998 | 31306779487 | $2.17 | Shop at ECS Tuning | |||
| 01 | Front right spring strut | 1 | 31316750792 | $284.70 | Shop at ECS Tuning | |||||
| Required for repair | ||||||||||
| -- | Self-locking hex nut | M14X1,5-05 ZNS3 | 1 | 31106774714 | $1.12 | Shop at ECS Tuning | ||||
| only applies to | ||||||||||
| -- | Hex bolt with washer | M12X1,5X55-10.9 | 1 | 31306779487 | $2.17 | Shop at ECS Tuning | ||||
| only applies to | ||||||||||
| -- | Left front spring strut | X | 31316750791 | $284.70 | Shop at ECS Tuning | |||||
| No mixed installation with earlier and new part number is approved. |
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| 01 | Left front spring strut | 1 | 31316750791 | $284.70 | Shop at ECS Tuning | |||||
| Required for repair | ||||||||||
| -- | Self-locking hex nut | M14X1,5-05 ZNS3 | 1 | 31106774714 | $1.12 | Shop at ECS Tuning | ||||
| only applies to | ||||||||||
| -- | Hex bolt with washer | M12X1,5X55-10.9 | 1 | 31306779487 | $2.17 | Shop at ECS Tuning | ||||
| only applies to | ||||||||||
| -- | Front right spring strut | X | 31316750792 | $284.70 | Shop at ECS Tuning | |||||
| No mixed installation with earlier and new part number is approved. |
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| 02 | King pin left | 1 | 31211096429 | $190.25 | Shop at ECS Tuning | |||||
| 02 | King pin right | 1 | 31211096430 | $190.25 | Shop at ECS Tuning | |||||
| 03 | Left ABS/BVA tube bracket | 1 | 34526780591 | $1.82 | Shop at ECS Tuning | |||||
| 03 | Right ABS/BVA tube bracket | 1 | 34526780592 | $1.82 | Shop at ECS Tuning | |||||
| 04 | Hex bolt with washer | M12X1,5X55-10.9 | 2 | 31306779487 | $2.17 | Shop at ECS Tuning | ||||
| 05 | Pulse generator, ABS | 2 | 34521165609 | +core | Shop at ECS Tuning | |||||
| 06 | ISA screw | M6X30-8.8-ZNNIV | 2 | 07129905386 | $0.86 | Shop at ECS Tuning | ||||
Notes
- +core = plus core charge (possibility of a return of the old part)
See Also
Frequently Asked Questions
- What assembly is shown in the BMW 3 Series E46 323i Front spring strut/shock absorber?
- This technical diagram illustrates the Front spring strut/shock absorber within the Front Axle group for the 3 Series E46 323i produced during 1998. It provides a detailed exploded view of the components, identifying key parts such as the Left front spring strut (Part #31316759561).
- Which models use the hardware listed in this Front spring strut/shock absorber?
- The hardware and components featured in the Front spring strut/shock absorber are specific to the 3 Series E46 323i produced during 1998. These technical specifications ensure that parts like the Left front spring strut (31316759561) are correctly matched to the vehicle's structural and mechanical requirements.
- How do I find specific parts within the Front spring strut/shock absorber assembly?
- Each item in the Front spring strut/shock absorber corresponds to the numbered list below the illustration. For the 3 Series E46 323i, you can identify the Left front spring strut by locating its position on the schematic, which then links to the official BMW part number 31316759561 for the Front Axle section.