BMW 3 E46 Touring Rear Bumper Left N/S Spring Strut Shock Absorber 7055337

BMW E46 Touring Rear Bumper Absorber Left is an original part from the Bumpers and Reinforcements group, designed for installation in the rear left part of the body. Designed as a factory energy absorber, it helps effectively limit damage to the vehicle's structure during impacts in the rear zone.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7055337
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7055337
• Substitutable numbers: 51127055337, 7055337, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Offset (ET):
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and Function of the Part

The bumper absorber in the BMW E46 Touring is responsible for controlled energy absorption during a collision in the rear of the vehicle. Located on the rear left side, it works with the bumper beam and skin, stabilizing their position and limiting the transfer of forces to the body's structural elements.

Thanks to precise fitting for the specific touring body version, the correct mounting geometry is maintained, which facilitates proper alignment of the bumper relative to the tailgate and fenders.

Construction and Fit for BMW

As a BMW part, the bumper absorber has been developed for the factory mounting points in the E46 Touring model. This means:

• compatibility with the original rear body zone structure,
• appropriate placement of mounting holes,
• correct operating characteristics along the vehicle's longitudinal axis.

The placement on the vehicle, identified as Rear, Left, allows for unambiguous identification of the mounting side and minimizes the risk of errors when selecting parts.

Application in Accident Repairs

The part from the Bumpers and Reinforcements group is particularly important for repairs after rear-end collisions, when the bumper zone is deformed. Replacement of the absorber is recommended when:

• visible deformation or cracking of the part has occurred,
• the bumper does not return to its correct position after repair,
• unnatural gaps appear between the bumper and the body.

Using an OEM component allows for the restoration of correct crash zone operation while maintaining factory energy absorption characteristics.

Condition and Benefits of Choosing a Used Part

The offered bumper absorber is from a dismantled vehicle and has the condition marked as Used. This type of part is a good solution when you want to maintain the original BMW construction while optimizing repair costs. Factory origin promotes proper fit with existing body elements, without the need for modifications.

Repair Extension and Additional Materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body zone in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as reinforcement beams, brackets, or additional absorbers, check the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and Reinforcements category.

For major accident repairs, it is worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips on selecting dismantled body parts – a detailed discussion can be found in the article Body and Chassis – Accident Repairs Using Dismantled Parts.