{"product_id":"dorman-949-959-air-suspension-spring-rear-left","title":"Dorman 949-959 Air Suspension Spring - Rear Left","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOE-Style Rear Left Air Spring\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 949-959 is a rear left air suspension spring for select BMW 5 Series models. It is built to match the fit and function of the original spring, with a rubber bellows design for dependable suspension support and consistent ride height control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect-fit air suspension spring for the rear left position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber bellows construction with black finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngineered to match original fit and function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum height: 8.5 in.; minimum height: 6.25 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum load rating: 6.0 kN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular grade replacement for OE-style service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits BMW 525i, 528i, and 540i applications with standard suspension setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman air suspension spring, part number 949-959, is designed for the rear left side on 1999-2003 BMW 5 Series vehicles listed below. It uses a rubber bellows construction and is engineered to restore the original air spring’s fit and function, helping maintain proper rear suspension support on BMW 525i, 528i, and 540i models without sport suspension or lowered ride height. The 949-959 air suspension spring is a practical OE-style replacement when the original rear air spring has lost pressure, developed leaks, or no longer maintains the correct ride height.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Arnott Industries A-2737 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2001-2003 BMW 525i, rear left, wo\/Sport Suspension; wo\/Lowered Ride Height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1999-2000 BMW 528i, rear left, wo\/Sport Suspension; wo\/Lowered Ride Height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1999-2000 BMW 540i, rear left, wo\/Sport Suspension; wo\/Lowered Ride Height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear corner sagging after air spring wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of ride height control at the left rear suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAir leaks from a cracked or fatigued bellows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven stance on BMW 5 Series rear suspension systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring factory-style suspension support on affected vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear left fitment by year, model, and suspension configuration before installation. This spring does not include mounting hardware, and the vehicle should be inspected for related air system wear, damaged lines, or compressor issues before replacing the spring. Confirm that the application is not equipped with sport suspension or lowered ride height, since those configurations are excluded from the listed fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman designs this air suspension spring to match original equipment fit and function and to provide durable, reliable service in the specified BMW applications. Part number 949-959 is built as a regular-grade replacement for direct suspension service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52798274306229,"sku":"BKKY-949-959","price":140.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_949959_Fro.jpg?v=1784011066","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-949-959-air-suspension-spring-rear-left","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}