FAG 527243CA Wheel Bearing - Front or Rear

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FAG 527243CA Wheel Bearing - Front or Rear

Brand	FAG 527243CA
Position	Front
Height	1.654
Height	42
Inside Diameter	1.654
Inside Diameter	42
Outside Diameter	3.15
Outside Diameter	80
Fits	Porsche, BMW, and Volkswagen · 111 vehicles

Compact bearing unit. Preset clearance, lifetime lubrication, and sealing reduce maintenance needs.

Angular contact design. Built for smooth, reliable performance in demanding conditions.

Wheel bearing. A rugged driveline component for dependable wheel support.

Cross-references National 513180, Schaeffler 527243CA and SKF FW161 for the same application. See all 3.

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Wheel Bearing for Porsche and BMW Applications

The FAG 527243CA wheel bearing is a first-generation compact bearing unit built with preset bearing clearance, lifetime lubrication, and sealing for maintenance-free operation. It is used across select Porsche, BMW, and Volkswagen applications where a durable front or rear wheel bearing is required.

Key Features

First-generation compact wheel bearing unit
Preset bearing clearance for consistent operation
For-life lubrication with sealed design
Angular contact ball bearing construction
Inside diameter: 1.654 in / 42 mm
Outside diameter: 3.15 in / 80 mm
Height: 1.654 in / 42 mm
FAG part number 527243CA

Detailed Description

Built for demanding driveline and axle service, this FAG wheel bearing is engineered as a compact sealed unit for front and rear wheel positions depending on application. The design supports smooth wheel rotation while reducing routine service needs thanks to its sealed, lubricated-for-life construction. The 527243CA is a direct-fit style replacement for select Porsche 911, Porsche 944, Porsche 968, BMW 5 Series, 7 Series, M models, and Volkswagen Vanagon applications listed below. This part cross-references SKF FW161 for the same application.

What This Wheel Bearing Helps Address

Wheel noise caused by worn or rough bearing surfaces
Excessive wheel play or looseness at the hub
Vibration or rumbling from the front or rear wheel area
Loss of smooth wheel rotation under load
Service intervals that require a sealed, maintenance-free bearing design

Fitment and Installation Notes

Fits 2002-2005 Porsche 911, front
Fits 1990-1995 Porsche 911, front
Fits 1992-1995 BMW 525i, rear
Fits 1994-1995 BMW 530i, rear
Fits 1994-1995 BMW 540i, rear
Fits 1988-1995 BMW 750iL, rear
Fits 1992-1995 Porsche 968, rear
Fits 1993-1994 BMW 740i, rear
Fits 1993-1994 BMW 740iL, rear
Fits 1985-1993 BMW 535i, rear
Fits 1991-1993 BMW M5, rear
Fits 1988 BMW M5, rear
Fits 1985-1992 BMW 735i, rear
Fits 1988-1992 BMW 735iL, rear
Fits 1983-1991 Porsche 944, rear
Fits 1986-1991 Volkswagen Vanagon, front
Fits 1985-1989 BMW 635CSi, rear
Fits 1982-1988 BMW 528e, rear
Fits 1988 BMW 535is, rear
Fits 1987-1988 BMW M6, rear
Fits 1974-1988 Porsche 911, rear
Fits 1987-1988 Porsche 924, rear
Fits 1985-1986 BMW 524td, rear
Fits 1983-1984 BMW 533i, rear

Verify hub dimensions and position before installation. Press-fit procedures and bearing preload requirements should follow the vehicle service manual for the specific Porsche, BMW, or Volkswagen application.

Quality Assurance

FAG is part of Schaeffler and supplies engineered wheel bearing solutions built around controlled clearance, sealing, and lubrication standards for OE-style service replacement.

This part fits 111 vehicles

Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

Year	Make	Model	Submodel	Body Type	Drive Type	Position	Notes
2005	Porsche	911	Carrera 4S	—	—	Front	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
2004	Porsche	911	Carrera 4S	—	—	Front	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
2003	Porsche	911	Carrera 4S	—	—	Front	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
2002	Porsche	911	Carrera 4S	—	—	Front	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1995	BMW	525i	—	Wagon	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1995	BMW	530i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1995	BMW	540i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1995	BMW	750iL	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1995	Porsche	911	—	—	AWD	Front	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1995	Porsche	968	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1994	BMW	525i	—	Wagon	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1994	BMW	530i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1994	BMW	540i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1994	BMW	740i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1994	BMW	740iL	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1994	BMW	750iL	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1994	Porsche	911	—	—	AWD	Front	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1994	Porsche	968	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1993	BMW	525i	—	Wagon	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1993	BMW	535i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1993	BMW	740i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1993	BMW	740iL	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1993	BMW	750iL	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1993	BMW	M5	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1993	Porsche	911	—	—	AWD	Front	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1993	Porsche	968	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1992	BMW	525i	—	Wagon	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1992	BMW	535i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1992	BMW	735i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1992	BMW	735iL	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1992	BMW	750iL	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1992	BMW	M5	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1992	Porsche	911	—	—	AWD	Front	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1992	Porsche	968	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1991	BMW	535i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1991	BMW	735i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1991	BMW	735iL	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1991	BMW	750iL	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1991	BMW	M5	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1991	Porsche	911	—	—	AWD	Front	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1991	Porsche	944	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1991	Volkswagen	Vanagon	Syncro	—	—	Front	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1990	BMW	535i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1990	BMW	735i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1990	BMW	735iL	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1990	BMW	750iL	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1990	Porsche	911	—	—	AWD	Front	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1990	Porsche	944	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1990	Volkswagen	Vanagon	Syncro	—	—	Front	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1989	BMW	535i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1989	BMW	635CSi	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1989	BMW	735i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1989	BMW	735iL	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1989	BMW	750iL	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1989	Porsche	944	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1989	Volkswagen	Vanagon	Syncro	—	—	Front	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1988	BMW	528e	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1988	BMW	535i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1988	BMW	535is	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1988	BMW	635CSi	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1988	BMW	735i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1988	BMW	735iL	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1988	BMW	750iL	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1988	BMW	M5	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1988	BMW	M6	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1988	Porsche	911	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1988	Porsche	924	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1988	Porsche	944	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1988	Volkswagen	Vanagon	Syncro	—	—	Front	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1987	BMW	528e	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1987	BMW	535i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1987	BMW	635CSi	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1987	BMW	735i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1987	BMW	M6	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1987	Porsche	911	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1987	Porsche	924	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1987	Porsche	944	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1987	Volkswagen	Vanagon	Syncro	—	—	Front	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1986	BMW	524td	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1986	BMW	528e	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1986	BMW	535i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1986	BMW	635CSi	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1986	BMW	735i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1986	Porsche	911	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1986	Porsche	944	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1986	Volkswagen	Vanagon	Syncro	—	—	Front	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1985	BMW	524td	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1985	BMW	528e	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1985	BMW	535i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1985	BMW	635CSi	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1985	BMW	735i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1985	Porsche	911	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1985	Porsche	944	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1984	BMW	528e	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1984	BMW	533i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1984	Porsche	911	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1984	Porsche	944	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1983	BMW	528e	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1983	BMW	533i	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1983	Porsche	911	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1983	Porsche	944	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1982	BMW	528e	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1982	Porsche	911	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1981	Porsche	911	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1980	Porsche	911	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1979	Porsche	911	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1978	Porsche	911	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1977	Porsche	911	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1976	Porsche	911	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1975	Porsche	911	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
1974	Porsche	911	—	—	—	Rear	Schaeffler BRG Global Number 713 1489 100
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Directly replaces or cross-references 3 part numbers

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.

National — 513180Schaeffler — 527243CASKF — FW161