Lemforder
SKU: LEM-3118001

BMW Ball Joint Front Lower - Lemforder 31103438623

X3



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Price each: $40.39
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Description

Details

SKU:
LEM-3118001
FCP Euro ID:
118508
GTIN / UPC:
04047437310087
Made in:
Germany
Quality:
OE

OE Numbers

31103438623, 31100363476

MFG Numbers

3118001

Product Information

Only for use with updated style tension struts, will not work on original tension struts due to difference in ball joint size

Ball joints are a critical piece of your BMW's suspension. They allow for the suspension to articulate as the vehicle travels over the road. With age and high mileage ball joints can easily deteriorate which causes suspension noises as well as play affecting handling performance.

FCP recommends replacing ball joints in matched pairs for the best service life and performance.

Suspension Ball Joint

If there is play in the front suspension between the control arm and wheel spindle your ball joint will need to be replaced. This joint is a critical connection point between the wheel spindle and the lower control arm.

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 X3

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  • 2004 BMW X3 2.5i Suspension Ball Joint (Front Lower)
    Manual AWD Sport Utility 2.5L L6 M54 Gas
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  • 2004 BMW X3 3.0i Suspension Ball Joint (Front Lower)
    Automatic AWD Sport Utility 3.0L L6 M54 Gas
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  • 2004 BMW X3 3.0i Suspension Ball Joint (Front Lower)
    Manual AWD Sport Utility 3.0L L6 M54 Gas
    Notes: Only for use with updated tension struts 31103443127 and 31103443128
  • 2005 BMW X3 2.5i Suspension Ball Joint (Front Lower)
    Automatic AWD Sport Utility 2.5L L6 M54 Gas
    Notes: Only for use with updated tension struts 31103443127 and 31103443128
  • 2005 BMW X3 2.5i Suspension Ball Joint (Front Lower)
    Manual AWD Sport Utility 2.5L L6 M54 Gas
    Notes: Only for use with updated tension struts 31103443127 and 31103443128
  • 2005 BMW X3 3.0i Suspension Ball Joint (Front Lower)
    Automatic AWD Sport Utility 3.0L L6 M54 Gas
    Notes: Only for use with updated tension struts 31103443127 and 31103443128
  • 2005 BMW X3 3.0i Suspension Ball Joint (Front Lower)
    Manual AWD Sport Utility 3.0L L6 M54 Gas
    Notes: Only for use with updated tension struts 31103443127 and 31103443128
  • 2006 BMW X3 3.0i Suspension Ball Joint (Front Lower)
    Automatic AWD Sport Utility 3.0L L6 M54 Gas
    Notes: Only for use with updated tension struts 31103443127 and 31103443128
  • 2006 BMW X3 3.0i Suspension Ball Joint (Front Lower)
    Manual AWD Sport Utility 3.0L L6 M54 Gas
    Notes: Only for use with updated tension struts 31103443127 and 31103443128
  • 2007 BMW X3 3.0si Suspension Ball Joint (Front Lower)
    Automatic AWD Sport Utility 3.0L L6 N52 Gas
    Notes: Up to 12/2006, Only for use with updated tension struts 31103443127 and 31103443128
  • 2007 BMW X3 3.0si Suspension Ball Joint (Front Lower)
    Manual AWD Sport Utility 3.0L L6 N52 Gas
    Notes: Up to 12/2006, Only for use with updated tension struts 31103443127 and 31103443128
  • 2008 BMW X3 3.0si Suspension Ball Joint (Front Lower)
    Automatic AWD Sport Utility 3.0L L6 N52 Gas
  • 2008 BMW X3 3.0si Suspension Ball Joint (Front Lower)
    Manual AWD Sport Utility 3.0L L6 N52 Gas
  • 2009 BMW X3 xDrive30i Suspension Ball Joint (Front Lower)
    Automatic AWD Sport Utility 3.0L L6 N52 Gas
  • 2009 BMW X3 xDrive30i Suspension Ball Joint (Front Lower)
    Manual AWD Sport Utility 3.0L L6 N52 Gas
  • 2010 BMW X3 xDrive30i Suspension Ball Joint (Front Lower)
    Automatic AWD Sport Utility 3.0L L6 N52 Gas
  • 2010 BMW X3 xDrive30i Suspension Ball Joint (Front Lower)
    Manual AWD Sport Utility 3.0L L6 N52 Gas

Product Reviews

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Chris Erwin
on Mon, Sep 27 at 04:04PM
Great fit the first time
Great so far already got 8k on the set. Had to replace after 165k on stock ones, washington roads murdered what the old ones had left.
e83Driver
on Sun, Nov 03 at 03:23PM
Good part ... good luck.
Great part, totally fixed the wobble in the front. However, I would recommend not attempting to install these yourself unless you don't live in the rust belt or have the proper equipment. I couldn't get the old ball joints out so I had to take it to the shop where they used an air chisel.

Questions & Answers

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Question Posted by Aaronson
Is there a ball joint that I can use to keep the original tension struts? They are in good condition and would hate to change them if I can avoid it.
Answer (Posted by FCP Euro Products Team)
Yes, p/n 31103418341.
Question Posted by Aaronson
Use only with updated tension struts? I recently purchased an 05 x3 2.5L and located the clunking noise coming from a loose ball joint. I wanted to see if I could just replace the ball joints with this item.
Answer (Posted by FCP Euro Products Team)
Unfortunately will not work with the original tension strut, on the recommended parts feature you will see the left and right control arms that would need to be purchased along with the ball joints.

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