{"product_id":"febi-12642-rack-and-pinion-bellows-front","title":"Febi 12642 Rack and Pinion Bellows - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFebi 12642 Rack and Pinion Bellows\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestore protection at the steering rack with this Febi rack and pinion bellows. Built from rubber and sized for the listed BMW applications, it helps shield the steering gear from dirt, moisture, and road debris while maintaining a proper seal at the rack end.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber construction for flexible steering rack protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 175.0 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd 1 inside diameter: 37.0 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd 2 inside diameter: 53.0 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront position fitment for select BMW models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: Febi 12642\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2001-2003 BMW 525i, front. Length 1 (mm): 175; Inner Diameter 2 (mm): 37; Inner Diameter 3 (mm): 53; Material: rubber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2001-2003 BMW 530i, front. Length 1 (mm): 175; Inner Diameter 2 (mm): 37; Inner Diameter 3 (mm): 53; Material: rubber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2000-2003 BMW Z8, front. Length 1 (mm): 175; Inner Diameter 2 (mm): 37; Inner Diameter 3 (mm): 53; Material: rubber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1997-2000 BMW 528i, front. Length 1 (mm): 175; Inner Diameter 2 (mm): 37; Inner Diameter 3 (mm): 53; Material: rubber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Is Used For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCracked or torn steering rack bellows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContamination entering the steering rack area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoss of protection around the rack and pinion assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise or wear caused by exposed steering components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement during steering service on BMW 525i, 530i, Z8, or 528i front applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the rack bellows dimensions before installation: 175.0 mm length, 37.0 mm inner diameter at one end, and 53.0 mm inner diameter at the other. Confirm front-position application and compare the original part to Febi 12642 before service. This part cross-references BMW OE number 32 13 1 092 876 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFebi is an established aftermarket brand for steering and chassis components. This rack and pinion bellows is specified to match the listed BMW fitments and dimensional requirements for direct replacement use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Febi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51963430207669,"sku":"CJBF-12642","price":16.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/FB_12642_Fro.jpg?v=1775064437","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/febi-12642-rack-and-pinion-bellows-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}