BMW F01 F02 F10 LCI Belt Buckle Seat Lower Tensioner Front Left N/S 7328841

The BMW F10 F01 F02 LCI Seatbelt Buckle Tensioner Right Front is an original safety system component, designed for factory installation in facelifted BMW F-series models. Its precisely fitted construction ensures proper cooperation with the seatbelt and the vehicle's safety systems.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7328841
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7328841
• Substitutable numbers: 72117328841, 7328841, 9119551
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Category: Seat Belts & Parts

Purpose and Function in the Safety System

The presented seatbelt buckle tensioner and buckle is a component of the passive safety system, mounted on the front left seat. It is responsible for securely fastening the belt and cooperating with the tensioning system in the event of a collision, which is crucial for stabilizing the driver's posture.

The component has been specifically designed for the BMW F platform, ensuring correct mounting geometry, appropriate cable length, and compatibility with the vehicle's electrical system.

Construction and Fit for BMW

The seatbelt buckle tensioner and buckle is an OEM construction, prepared to work with factory BMW seats and seatbelts. The appropriate shaping of the body and mounting points allows for:

• stable mounting to the seat structure or center tunnel, in accordance with factory service documentation,
• correct buckle guidance in relation to the seatbelt, facilitating daily use,
• maintaining interior ergonomics – proper buckle positioning relative to the seat and floor.

Thanks to its original origin, all required dimensional tolerances are maintained, minimizing the risk of play, unwanted noises, and installation issues.

Benefits of Using an Original BMW Component

Using a factory seatbelt buckle tensioner in a BMW F-series offers a range of practical benefits:

• Full compatibility with vehicle electronics – proper cooperation with safety system control modules and airbag monitoring.
• Appropriate tensioner operating characteristics – adapted to the vehicle's weight, seat construction, and BMW safety system calibration.
• Consistency with the factory safety standard – maintaining the parameters intended by the manufacturer for the specific body generation.

This solution is particularly recommended for professional post-accident repairs, where restoring the full functionality of the seatbelt system is required.

Condition, Verification, and Service Application

The component is a used part and is offered as a used OEM component. Such parts are often chosen by workshops specializing in the BMW brand, as they allow for maintaining the original specification at a reasonable repair cost. Before installation, a standard inspection of the system and diagnostics of the vehicle's safety system are recommended.

The tensioner and buckle find application both when replacing a damaged component and during comprehensive interior restoration after the activation of safety systems.

Seatbelts and BMW Parts – Selecting the Right Components

If you are looking for other BMW seatbelts and parts for your car, check out the dedicated category: BMW seatbelts and parts. There you will find a wide selection of compatible safety system components for various models of this brand.

Safety and Driving Comfort

A functional seatbelt system directly impacts not only protection in the event of a collision but also daily driving comfort. A properly functioning buckle and tensioner:

• ensure secure belt fastening without requiring excessive force,
• reduce unwanted belt slack while driving,
• maintain predictable safety system behavior in emergency situations.

To better understand how selecting original components affects comfort and safety in a vehicle, it is worth reading the guide: Air Conditioning and Heating – Part Selection and Maintenance for Year-Round Comfort. This article discusses practical principles for selecting and servicing used OEM parts, which can also be applied to other vehicle systems.