BMW E39 Suspension Bushings & Mounts

This is the front lower spring pad. It is a good idea to replace spring pads while replacing shocks or springs. Sold Individually.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1999-2005 E46 BMW 323i 323ci 325i 325ci 325xi 328i 328ci 330i 330ci 330xi M3
1997-2003 E39 BMW 525i 528i 530i 540i M5
2004-2010 E60 BMW 525i 530i 528i 535i 545i 550i M5
2004-2011 E63 BMW 645ci 650i M6
2003-2008 Z4 BMW Z4 2.5i Z4 3.0i Z4 3.0si Z4 M Roadster M Coupe

The front control arm bushings is the Achilles heel on the E39 models. The original factory bushings are fluid filled and rely on the fluid to absorb vibration and resist deflection. When the fluid is gone the rubber left over cannot match the original bushing's strength. The left over rubber is not stiff enough to resist the movements from the suspension. The result is a lot of vibration and reduced feedback and response from the steering.

Meyle has addressed this issue with bushings that are not fluid-filled. The bushing is made of solid rubber that will last longer than the original bushing and is a bit stiffer than new originals for better response and feel. The lack of play from the solid rubber design will mean sharper steering, restoring much of the car's precision and 'connected' feel. Meyle is a German brand in business since 1958 and all of their products are TUV approved and meet or exceed ISO standards. All Meyle HD parts come with a 4-year, unlimited mileage warranty.

This bushing replaces the one pressed into the upper control arm - otherwise known as a tension strut or strut support arm. It's the arm with the twist. The BMW part numbers for these arms are 31 12 1 141 717 and 31 12 1 141 718.

We can also supply the new control arms with the Meyle HD bushings. We offer new Meyle arms with HD metal ball joints and the HD bushings already pressed in. And we also offer the OEM Lemforder brand with standard ball joints and the Meyle HD bushings pressed in. Choose from the menu below.

Applications
1997-2003 E39 525i, 525iT, 528i, 528iT, 530i sedans and touring wagons

The front control arm bushings is the Achilles heel on the E39 models. The original factory bushings are fluid filled and rely on the fluid to absorb vibration and resist deflection. When the fluid is gone the rubber left over cannot match the original bushing's strength. The left over rubber is not stiff enough to resist the movements from the suspension. The result is a lot of vibration and reduced feedback and response from the steering.

Meyle has addressed this issue with bushings that are not fluid-filled. The bushing is made of solid rubber that will last longer than the original bushing and is a bit stiffer than new originals for better response and feel. The lack of play from the solid rubber design will mean sharper steering, restoring much of the car's precision and 'connected' feel. Meyle is a German brand in business since 1958 and all of their products are TUV approved and meet or exceed ISO standards. All Meyle HD parts come with a 4-year, unlimited mileage warranty.

This bushing replaces the one pressed into the upper control arm - otherwise known as a tension strut or strut support arm. It's the arm with the twist. The BMW part numbers for these arms are 31 12 1 092 609 and 31 12 1 092 610.

These front control arm bushings fit the following BMWs:
1997-2003 E39 5 series 540i, 540iT (sedans and touring wagon)
2000-2003 E39 M5 sedan
1995-2001 E38 7 series 740i, 740iL
1995-2001 E38 7 series 750i, 750iL

These are the original front upper control arm bushings for the E39 540i/M5 and E38 740i/iL and 750iL. The OEM bushings from Lemforder are filled with heavy fluid to help dampen vibrations and rough road surfaces that can make their way up through the chassis and into the steering. As the bushing wears, is compressed and expanded, and subjected to harsh environments the fluid can leak out or evaporate which will leave the bushing without much strength. This can lead to a shimmy in the steering wheel and vibrations in the braking and handling that are often mis-diagnosed as warped brake rotors on the E39 and E38. Replacing these bushings with new parts, or upgrading to non-fluid filled Meyle HD bushings, will restore the precision and tightness to your steering and suspension.

This bushing replaces the one pressed into the upper control arm - otherwise known as a tension strut or strut support arm. It's the arm with the twist. The BMW part numbers for these arms are 31 12 1 092 609 and 31 12 1 092 610.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1997-2003 E39 BMW 540i M5
1995-2001 E38 BMW 740i 740il 750il

This is the front upper spring pad. It is a good idea to replace spring pads while replacing shocks or springs. Sold Individually.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1999-2005 E46 BMW 323i 323ci 325i 325ci 325xi 328i 328ci 330i 330ci 330xi
1997-2003 E39 BMW 525i 528i 530i
2004-2010 E60 BMW 525i 525xi 530i 530xi 528i 528xi 528i xDrive 535i 535xi 535i xDrive 545i 550i
2004-2011 E63 BMW 645ci 650i

This is the front upper spring pad. It is a good idea to replace spring pads while replacing shocks or springs. Sold Individually.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1999-2005 E46 BMW M3 M3 convertible
1997-2003 E39 BMW 528i 530i 540i M5
2006-2010 E60 BMW M5
2006-2011 E63 BMW M6
1995-2001 E38 BMW 740i 740il 750il
2002-2008 E65 BMW 745i 745li 750i 750li 760i 760li
2000-2006 E53 BMW X5 3.0i X5 4.4i X5 4.6is
2006-2008 Z4 BMW Z4 M Roadster M Coupe

If you are removing or changing the front struts or springs or replacing the upper strut mount, NOW is the perfect time to replace this upper spring perch. BMW calls it a "upper spring pocket with axial cage bearing". It's really the upper spring plate with the bearings sandwiched between two plastic collars. The bearing insert is a common wear item becoming noisier, and gritty, or will just fail completely. You won't feel that they're bad from driving the car but you may hear clunking or popping sounds from the front struts. You can replace the rubber mounts on the car but don't leave this part out! It may be just as worn and you won't want to put them back in the car. These are sold individually, so be sure to get two for your car.

Upper Bearing Perch Applications:
1994-2001 E38 740i, 740iL, 750iL
1997-2003 E39 528i, 530i with EDC - electronic damping control - suspension only
1997-2003 E39 540i, M5
2001-2006 E46 M3
2000-2003 E52 Z8 Roadster, Alpina Roadster
1999-2006 E53 X5, including 3.0, 4.4i, 4.6is
2006-2010 E60 M5
2006-2010 E63, E64 M6 coupe, cabrio
2002-2008 E65, E66 745i, 745Li, 750i, 750Li, 760Li
2006-2008 E85, E86 Z4 M Roadster, M Coupe

Upper shock mounts and bearings are good to replace while replacing front shocks. It is easier and often less expensive to replace them preventatively than to have them fail shortly afterward and have to take apart the whole suspension a second time. This front shock tower bearing fits BMW E39 540i M5 and Z8.

It's also a good idea to replace the upper spring plate and bearing at the same time. Often, these bearings are worn out and should not be put back in the car. See below for the link to add these to order too.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1997-2003 E39 BMW 540i M5
1997-2003 E39 BMW 528i 530i - only for cars with EDC - electronic damping control
E52 BMW Z8 Z8 Alpina

The upper strut mount provides a locating point for the top of the front struts. It contains a rubber-isolated bearing that allows the strut shaft to move independently from the rest of the suspension - a critical component for the suspension to be quiet and effective. The rubber also absorbs vibrations and impact harshness, helping to keep unwanted noise and harshness from reaching the steering wheel.

Price is per mount. Left and Right are the same part.

This item fits the following BMWs:
2008+ E82 BMW 128i 135i
1999-2005 E46 BMW 323i, 323Ci, 325i, 325Ci, 325xi, 328i, 328Ci, 330i, 330Ci, 330xi
2006-5/2006 E90 BMW 325i 330i - not for cars with Sport Package
6/2008+ E90 BMW 328i 335i 335d - not for cars with Sport Package
1998-2003 E39 BMW 525i, 528i, 530i
2004-2010 E60 BMW 525i 530i 528i 535i 545i 550i
2004+ E63 BMW 645ci 650i
2004-2006 E83 BMW X3 2.5i X3 3.0i X3 3.0si
2007-4/2007 E83 BMW X3 3.0i X3 3.0si - only for cars with factory Bilstein shocks
4/2007-2010 E83 BMW X3 3.0i X3 3.0si

This sealed ball joint is in the lower rear outer control arm (swing arm) and is the primary weak point of the rear suspension. This one ball joint takes a lot of twisting and deflection so this is usually the first bushing to wear out. When it does, you have a 'loose' or disconnected feeling in the rear alignment. You can restore your car's stability by replacing this ball joint and also evaluating the other components in the rear suspension (upper wishbones and guide links). This part is made by Lemforder, the Original Equipment Manufacturer, and is a perfect fit and excellent quality. A new snap ring is included for your convenience. Beware of non-OEM brands at cheap prices that will not perform at the same standards as BMW intended.

Sold per ball joint/bushing. Order two for both sides.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1997-2003 E39 BMW 525i 528i 530i 540i M5
2004-2010 E60 BMW 525i 525xi 530i 530xi 528i 528xi 528i xDrive 535i 535xi 535i xDrive 545i 550i M5
2004+ E63 BMW 645ci 650i M6
1995-2001 E38 BMW 740i 740il 750il
2000-2006 E53 BMW X5 3.0i X5 4.4i X5 4.6is X5 4.8is
2000-2003 E52 BMW Z8
E65 BMW 745i 745li 750i 750li 760i 760li

E39 Rear Shock Mount. Fits 525i, 528i, 530i, and 540i without factory sport package. Sold individually.

This is the rear shock mount that connects the top of the rear shock to the body of the car. Sold Individually.

This item fits the following BMWs:
1997-2003 E39 BMW 540i - for cars with Sport Suspension
1995-2001 E38 BMW 740i 740il