BMW 3 5 X3 SERIES E36 E46 E60 E61 E83 Automatic Clutch Disc Driving Plate

BMW E36 E46 E60 E61 X3 E83 Automatic Flywheel is an original part from the Flywheels and Gears category, designed for automatic transmissions. This used OEM BMW component ensures proper torque transfer, stable drivetrain operation, and compatibility with the manufacturer's factory solutions.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1216837
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1216837
• Substitutable numbers: 24401216837, 1216837, 24402468462, 2468462, 24401216183, 1216183
• Gearbox type: Automatic
• Category: Flywheels & Flexplates

Application and Compatibility

The presented flywheel is designed for BMW 3 Series, 5 Series, and X3 models equipped with an automatic transmission. The construction, compliant with BMW factory standards, allows for maintaining the correct drivetrain performance characteristics without the need for hardware modifications.

Thanks to the use of an original BMW solution, proper geometry, balancing, and alignment with the torque converter are maintained, which translates to predictable vehicle behavior during acceleration, gear changes, and engine braking.

Construction and Technical Characteristics

The flywheel in this series is designed to work with an automatic transmission, hence its construction differs from solutions used in manual gearboxes. The element serves as a mounting point for the torque converter, stabilizes crankshaft operation, and dampens torsional vibrations generated by the engine.

The appropriately selected mass and shape of the gear ring enable correct interaction with the starter motor, and precise balancing minimizes vibration transfer to the gearbox and other drivetrain components. This solution promotes smooth engine operation across the entire RPM range.

Benefits of Using an Original BMW Flywheel

Using an original flywheel in a BMW automatic transmission allows for maintaining the factory drivetrain performance parameters. The most important benefits include:

• Stable torque transfer between the engine and the automatic transmission.
• Proper interaction with the torque converter and starter motor.
• Reduction of vibrations and noise in the drivetrain.
• Full compatibility with BMW's original design solutions.

As a result, the flywheel is a functional choice for both standard repairs and more extensive service work related to the automatic transmission.

Component Condition and Service Purpose

The offered flywheel is a used part, sourced from disassembly, intended for users seeking original BMW components at a reasonable price. This type of part is particularly useful for:

• Automatic transmission repairs after mechanical damage to the flywheel,
• Comprehensive drivetrain regeneration,
• Restoring a vehicle to a configuration close to its factory state.

Choosing an original, used flywheel allows for maintaining proper drivetrain performance without the need to use aftermarket parts with uncertain specifications.

BMW Flywheels and Gears – Selecting the Right Part

If you need other BMW flywheels and gears compatible with a specific model and engine version, please use our dedicated category: BMW Flywheels and Gears. This will facilitate quick comparison of available solutions and selection of the correct component for your car.

Used Parts vs. Tuning and Modernization

For drivetrain modernization or light tuning projects, it is worth considering the use of proven, used OEM parts. You can read about how to consciously select such components and what to look for during modifications in the article: Best Used Parts for Tuning Your Car. This provides practical knowledge for planning service and modernization work.