BMW E93 Front Bowden Cable Seat Lever Right O/S 9155250

BMW E93 Front Bowden Cable Seat Lever Right O/S is an original component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for the front right seat in a BMW. It ensures the correct transmission of the seat lever movement, which translates into comfortable and repeatable seat adjustment as well as trouble-free use of the mechanism.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9155250
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9155250
• Substitutable numbers: 9155250, 52109155250
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and function of the component

The presented seat lever bowden cable is designed to work in the front right seat, in the adjustment and backrest reclining zone. It is responsible for the mechanical connection between the lever and the internal seat mechanism, making it possible to efficiently set the seating position and conveniently use the access function to the rear bench in the convertible body style.

As a part originating from the original BMW seat system, the component maintains the proper geometry, travel, and resistance of the lever, which reduces the risk of the mechanism jamming and uneven wear of other adjustment components.

Construction and fitment for BMW

The bowden cable is constructed to work with the factory seat frame on the front passenger side. The shape of the mounts, the length of the cable, and the routing method have been selected for the specific seat construction in the BMW, which allows for installation without modifications and maintains the original ergonomics of operation.

The component is part of the adjustment system that operates in the immediate vicinity of the center tunnel and the door sill, which is why its correct fitment is important for both comfort and safety – excessive play or incorrect positioning could hinder the quick adjustment of the seat.

Performance characteristics and installation

Due to its factory origin, the bowden cable works with the original mounting points in the seat frame and the standard adjustment lever. This facilitates installation in workshop conditions or during DIY replacement, reducing the time required for fitting and adjusting the mechanism.

The used condition means that the component comes from disassembly but retains the functionality required for further operation. This is a practical solution in a situation where the existing mechanism has suffered mechanical damage, bending, or excessive operational wear.

Benefits of using the original bowden cable

• Consistency with the BMW seat construction – maintaining the factory operating characteristics of the lever and adjustment mechanism.
• Reduced risk of mechanism malfunction compared to replacements with uncertain fitment.
• Possibility to restore full functionality of the right seat without interfering with other interior elements.
• Cost-effective solution compared to purchasing a complete seat frame.

Expanding the scope of repair and part selection

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side and sill zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as reinforcements, panels, or mounting elements, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

When selecting seat adjustment elements and other body components, it is worth using the original manufacturer markings and catalog data to ensure full compatibility with the specific equipment version. Additional information on how to effectively select used OEM parts by identification numbers and how this translates into the durability of the drivetrain and accessories can be found in the article Audi five-cylinder engine – a legend from Quattro to RS3 and how to take care of it using original Audi parts.