BMW 3 F31 Touring 328i N20 Front Right O/S Spring Strut Leg Suspension

BMW 3 F31 Touring 328i N20 Front Right O/S Spring Strut Leg Suspension is a factory front axle suspension component, designed for installation on the driver or passenger side according to the manufacturer's specifications. As part of the Suspension replacement kits group, it ensures consistent performance of the chassis, improving stability, handling precision, and ride comfort in daily use.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6874378
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6874386
• Substitutable numbers: 31316874378, 6874378, 37116793900, 6793900, 31216792288, 6792288, 34116850970, 6850970, 34116792221, 6792221, 31316791555, 6791555, 31316866115, 6866115, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Suspension Component Replacement Kits

Purpose and fitment for BMW 3 F31 Touring 328i N20

The offered item is a complete front suspension strut, including the shock absorber and spring assembly, prepared for operation on the front, right side of the vehicle. The design was developed specifically for the BMW 3 Series F31 Touring with the N20 engine, which translates into proper suspension performance parameters, consistent with the vehicle manufacturer's requirements.

Thanks to the factory geometry and appropriately selected damping characteristics, the strut maintains the correct load distribution on the body, supports the proper operation of the steering system, and helps maintain predictable vehicle behavior during braking, acceleration, and cornering.

Construction and function of the suspension strut

The strut combines a coil spring and a shock absorber on a single axis, forming a load-bearing element of the front suspension. This configuration:

• transfers loads from the body to the wheel and vice versa,
• dampens vibrations resulting from road surface irregularities,
• stabilizes the position of the body relative to the road,
• works with the steering system, influencing handling precision.

The appropriately selected characteristics of the spring and shock absorber allow for a compromise between comfort and vehicle control, which is particularly important in BMW 3 Touring class cars used both in the city and on the highway.

Benefits of using an original suspension strut

Using an original front, right-side suspension strut in a BMW 3 F31 Touring 328i N20 allows for maintaining the consistency of the entire chassis. Key advantages include:

• Factory fitment – maintaining the correct front ride height and proper wheel geometry.
• Stable handling – predictable vehicle reactions during lane changes, emergency braking, and dynamic driving.
• Suspension comfort – effective vibration damping, reduction of bottoming out, and excessive body roll.
• Consistency with other system components – compatibility with stock mounts, steering knuckles, and steering system components.

Professional selection and use in Suspension replacement kits

The front right strut fits perfectly into Suspension replacement kits, where replacement is carried out in pairs or complete groups of components. This approach:

• facilitates maintaining symmetry of suspension operation on both sides of the axle,
• reduces the risk of uneven tire wear,
• improves safety and predictability of vehicle behavior.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front suspension zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as struts, springs, or shock absorbers, check the available parts in the BMW Suspension replacement kits category.

Condition, verification, and use of the used part

The offered suspension strut is a used component, which allows for significantly reducing repair costs while maintaining the factory design and fitment for the specific BMW model. Before installation, a standard workshop inspection is recommended, including an assessment of tightness, play, and the general condition of the component to ensure safe and long-lasting operation.

If you are considering the choice between stock and sport suspension or want to approach the purchase of used chassis components consciously, it is worth reading the guide: Stock vs. sport suspension – differences in construction and is it worth buying used suspension parts?.