32 00... Identifying Suspension From Label On Front Axle

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 32 00... Identifying Suspension From Label On Front Axle
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NOTE:

The type of suspension can be identified from the label on the spring strut/shock absorber.

Label: 

  1. BMW part number
  2. Type of suspension
    Fig 1: Identifying Type Of Suspension And BMW Components Number Label
    G04726330Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
    • BA = Standard suspension (basic)
    • SP = Sport suspension or rough road package
    • 60BAX = E60, E61 AWD
    • MSP = M Sport suspension
    • CHL = China Long
    • Option SA 815 = rough road package

In the case of "SP" identification, there is a further distinction between:

  • Sport suspension without  spacer ring (A)
  • Rough road package with  spacer ring (A) above the support bearing
    Fig 2: Identifying Sport Suspension Spacer Ring
    G04726331Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
RENDER: 1.0x

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