Lemforder
SKU: LEM-3012401

BMW Steering Rack Boot - Lemforder 32131092876

525i, 528i, 530i, Z8



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Description

Details

SKU:
LEM-3012401
FCP Euro ID:
22110
GTIN / UPC:
04047437103825
Made in:
Italy
Quality:
OE

OE Numbers

32131092876

MFG Numbers

3012401

Product Information

Prevents water and dust from getting inside of the steering rack or degrading the inner tie rod end

If your BMW's steering rack boots are torn we suggest replacing them immediately. The reason for this is the boot serves an important functional purpose. The boot keeps dirt, moisture, and other foreign objects from degrading the steering rack seal or inner tie rod joint.

FCP recommends replacing these steering rack boots when installing new inner tie rod ends or tie rod assemblies to ensure leak free operation.

Rack and Pinion Bellows

Rack and pinion bellows are protective rubber or synthetic covers also known as boots that seal and protect the rack and the joints from the rack to the spindles. They encase the steering rack's inner tie rods and prevent contaminants like dirt, debris, and moisture from entering, which can cause wear and tear on the system’s moving parts.

Rack and Pinion Bellows Failure Symptoms
  • Visible Cracks or Tears: Physical inspection may reveal cracks or splits in the bellows, allowing contaminants to enter the steering rack
  • Premature Wear of Steering Components: Damaged bellows expose the rack and pinion to dirt and moisture, which accelerates wear on the steering components, potentially leading to more frequent alignments or part replacements

About Lemforder

LEMFÖRDER is the No.1 brand in original equipment steering and chassis components. As a trusted partner of over 50 vehicle manufacturers worldwide LEMFÖRDER is a leader in the development of innovative passenger car, motorcycle, HCV and off-road chassis technology. Lemforder is a quality innovator in the fields of steering and suspension system parts and is often the OE (original equipment) of suspension parts for car brands including BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo and more. Founded in Lemförde near Bremen, LEMFÖRDER still engineers over 90% of its parts in Germany.

As part of a global organization, LEMFÖRDER follows the footprints of the automotive industry and has production and engineering sites all over the world. Each LEMFÖRDER part is rigorously tested before entering the market. For over 70 years LEMFÖRDER has been known for its pioneering spirit and passion for detail – setting the highest standards in steering and suspension. As an OE supplier to vehicle manufacturers for decades, LEMFÖRDER has a reputation for developing products that are perfectly suited to the overall vehicle system.

Lemforder many times matches OE quality and are considered either OE or OEM for many popular European models. In fact, many of their parts are made on the same line as the original and have had the BMW logo milled or ground off to be sold under the Lemforder label instead. Lemforder is of equal quality as many of the Genuine parts available with Lemforder coming in at a significant cost savings.

Fits These Cars

BMW 528i

  • 1997 BMW 528i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Automatic RWD Sedan 2.8L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1997 BMW 528i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Manual RWD Sedan 2.8L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1998 BMW 528i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Automatic RWD Sedan 2.8L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1998 BMW 528i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Manual RWD Sedan 2.8L L6 M52 Gas
  • 1999 BMW 528i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Automatic RWD Sedan 2.8L L6 M52TU Gas
  • 1999 BMW 528i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Manual RWD Sedan 2.8L L6 M52TU Gas
  • 1999 BMW 528i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Automatic RWD Wagon 2.8L L6 M52TU Gas
  • 1999 BMW 528i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Manual RWD Wagon 2.8L L6 M52TU Gas
  • 2000 BMW 528i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Automatic RWD Sedan 2.8L L6 M52TU Gas
  • 2000 BMW 528i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Manual RWD Sedan 2.8L L6 M52TU Gas
  • 2000 BMW 528i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Automatic RWD Wagon 2.8L L6 M52TU Gas
  • 2000 BMW 528i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Manual RWD Wagon 2.8L L6 M52TU Gas

BMW Z8

  • 2000 BMW Z8 Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Manual RWD Convertible 5.0L V8 S62 Gas
  • 2001 BMW Z8 Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Manual RWD Convertible 5.0L V8 S62 Gas
  • 2002 BMW Z8 Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Manual RWD Convertible 5.0L V8 S62 Gas
  • 2003 BMW Z8 Alpina Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Automatic RWD Convertible 4.8L V8 Gas
  • 2003 BMW Z8 Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Manual RWD Convertible 5.0L V8 S62 Gas

BMW 525i

  • 2001 BMW 525i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Automatic RWD Sedan 2.5L L6 M54 Gas
  • 2001 BMW 525i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Manual RWD Sedan 2.5L L6 M54 Gas
  • 2001 BMW 525i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Automatic RWD Wagon 2.5L L6 M54 Gas
  • 2001 BMW 525i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Manual RWD Wagon 2.5L L6 M54 Gas
  • 2002 BMW 525i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Automatic RWD Sedan 2.5L L6 M54 Gas
  • 2002 BMW 525i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Manual RWD Sedan 2.5L L6 M54 Gas
  • 2002 BMW 525i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Automatic RWD Wagon 2.5L L6 M54 Gas
  • 2002 BMW 525i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Manual RWD Wagon 2.5L L6 M54 Gas
  • 2003 BMW 525i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Automatic RWD Sedan 2.5L L6 M54 Gas
  • 2003 BMW 525i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Manual RWD Sedan 2.5L L6 M54 Gas
  • 2003 BMW 525i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Automatic RWD Wagon 2.5L L6 M54 Gas
  • 2003 BMW 525i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Manual RWD Wagon 2.5L L6 M54 Gas

BMW 530i

  • 2001 BMW 530i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Automatic RWD Sedan 3.0L L6 M54 Gas
  • 2001 BMW 530i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Manual RWD Sedan 3.0L L6 M54 Gas
  • 2002 BMW 530i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Automatic RWD Sedan 3.0L L6 M54 Gas
  • 2002 BMW 530i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Manual RWD Sedan 3.0L L6 M54 Gas
  • 2003 BMW 530i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Automatic RWD Sedan 3.0L L6 M54 Gas
  • 2003 BMW 530i Rack and Pinion Bellows
    Manual RWD Sedan 3.0L L6 M54 Gas

Product Reviews

18 Reviews

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Miles
on Tue, Feb 07 at 11:22AM
Good Replacement
Easy install, and works well.
Mike
on Tue, Oct 18 at 08:00AM
Great product, awsome service
Almost a year later since installed and zero issues. Great fit, OEM quality. Could not be happier.
Eric H
on Mon, Jun 06 at 11:22AM
These are great
Exactly what I needed for my front control arm, tie rod kit. Maintain that factory-fresh look with new boots.
Cody
on Sun, Oct 24 at 09:36AM
Quick and easy
Wow this fit perfectly, looks and feels even better than the OEM one.
Chris
on Mon, Jan 18 at 03:36PM
Nice kit
Fixed torn boots on 2000 528iT. Like that it comes with the clamps.
Tyson
on Mon, Apr 20 at 06:54AM
Cheap and OEM.
My tie rod boots were torn and starting to let water in and grease out of the tie rods. These new boots were a breeze to install without any tools, you just overlap the clamp as hard as you can by hand and they won't go anywhere. If you want to be extra safe you can crimp the nub with some pliers to tighten it further.
Wayne
on Sat, Nov 30 at 02:31PM
Excellent quality!
I bought my car new so I am the first owner. When I took the original BMW OEM boots out during tie rods replacement. I think the LemForder boots are as good if not better than the BMW OEM boots.
Phil
on Mon, Oct 07 at 11:06PM
Get this
Just replaced tie rods on my E39 touring. Tie rods along with boots were shot. These fit perfect and should seem to be made of good quality. Gonna replace with fcp warranty anyway if they ever fail.
scottp
on Fri, Nov 30 at 08:21AM
BMW Steering Rack Boot - Lemforder 32131092876
High quality - nice fit!
Grace
on Mon, Jul 30 at 12:13AM
Rubber Boot inc. Tension Straps
Great that it includes both tension straps (32111137132 and 32131094100).
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Questions & Answers

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Question Posted by a customer
Do clamps come with boot has shown in pic or do one need to order them separate
Answer (Posted by FCP Euro Products Team)
The clampw are included.

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