BMW F20 116i N13 M Sport Front Right O/S Leg Spring Strut Hub Caliper

BMW F20 116i N13 M Sport Front Right O/S Leg Spring Strut Hub Caliper is a complete, used set of suspension and braking system components designed for the front right side of the vehicle. It includes key components responsible for wheel guidance, vibration damping, and effective braking, allowing for a consistent, technically correct replacement in a single service process. By maintaining the factory geometry and design for the M Sport version, the set promotes precise handling and vehicle stability.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6873723-4
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6873723
• Substitutable numbers: 31316873723, 6873723, 31216792286, 6792286, 34116850644, 6850644, 34116792215, 6792215, 31316791575, 6791575, 31316862173, 6862173
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Suspension Component Replacement Kits

Purpose and vehicle placement

The presented set is dedicated to the front axle on the right side, which is important for both suspension geometry and the correct selection of the brake caliper and shock absorber. Its application in the BMW F20 series model with the N13 unit in the M Sport version means that the components have been designed for the dynamic handling characteristics typical of this variant.

The placement on the vehicle is clearly defined, which facilitates the selection of parts during repairs after a collision, replacement of worn elements, or restoring factory driving properties. This minimizes the risk of installing an incorrect component on the wrong side of the vehicle.

Characteristics of the suspension and brake set

The set includes elements responsible for three key areas of the vehicle's front corner operation: wheel guidance (steering knuckle), bump damping (shock absorber), and generating braking force (brake caliper). Such a combination allows for a consistent replacement of the entire module, which is particularly beneficial for repairs after mechanical damage.

The steering knuckle ensures proper mounting of the hub, shock absorber, and steering system elements, keeping wheel geometry in line with the manufacturer's specifications. The shock absorber is responsible for controlling suspension movement, stabilizing the body, and maintaining tire grip on the road surface, which has a direct impact on safety and driving comfort. The brake caliper works with the disc and pads, generating appropriate braking force on the front right wheel, which is crucial for even distribution of braking forces on the axle.

Use of original BMW components

The set comes from the Suspension replacement kits group and is based on solutions developed by the vehicle manufacturer. This means maintaining factory mounting points, appropriate structural rigidity, and compatibility with other elements of the BMW F20 116i N13 M Sport chassis. In practice, this translates to predictable vehicle behavior after repair and easier control of suspension geometry at a diagnostic station.

The used nature of the parts allows for economical repair while maintaining the original design. This is a solution often chosen for post-accident repairs, where both cost and compliance with factory technical assumptions are important.

Benefits of installing a complete set

Replacing the entire front right corner module as a single set brings a number of practical advantages:

• consistency of suspension and brake components from a single system,
• reduction of the risk of part incompatibility when selecting individual elements,
• facilitation of workshop work thanks to the installation of a complete assembly,
• possibility of restoring the factory handling characteristics of the M Sport version.

For the user, this means a more predictable final repair result and stable vehicle behavior in typical and emergency road situations. The complete front right suspension and brake set is especially recommended where several elements have been damaged simultaneously as a result of hitting a wheel or an obstacle.

How to care for used suspension and brake components

To maximize the potential of used components, it is worth ensuring proper installation, regular checks of the condition of cooperating elements (discs, pads, bushings, links), and correct wheel geometry after the repair is completed. Good practice also includes periodic inspection of shock absorber tightness and even wear of brake pads.

If you want to better understand how to extend the trouble-free operation of such components in practice, check out the guide How to extend the life of used car parts?, which discusses proven methods for maintaining suspension and braking system elements from dismantling.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front suspension zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional shock absorbers, steering knuckles, or complete corner modules, check the available parts in the BMW suspension replacement kits category.