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Suspensia X05CJ1686 Suspension Control Arm and Ball Joint Assembly - Front Left Lower Forward
| Brand | Suspensia X05CJ1686 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front Left Lower Forward |
| Material | Forged aluminum |
| Bushing Color | Black |
| Stud Thread Size | M16 x 1.5 |
| Pre-Greased | Yes |
| Castle Nut Included | No |
| Grease Fitting Included | No |
| Bushings Included | Yes |
| Dust Boot Included | Yes |
| Cotter Pin Included | No |
| Grade Type | Regular |
| Boot Material | Rubber |
| Greaseable | No |
| Boot Color | Black |
| Bushing Material | Rubber |
| Wrench Size | 24 |
| Dust Boot Material | Rubber |
| 9906 | No |
| Lock Nut Included | Yes |
| Fits | BMW · 14 vehicles |
OE-style fit. Direct replacement chassis part with factory-style appearance and geometry.
Forged aluminum. Lightweight construction with a strong, rigid control arm body.
Pre-greased assembly. Includes bushings and dust boot for a ready-to-install replacement.
Cross-references Mevotech Supreme CMS101593 and 31106861161 for the same application. See all 2.
OE-Style Suspension Control Arm
The Suspensia X05CJ1686 is a direct OE-fit suspension control arm and ball joint assembly built for precise chassis replacement. It is engineered for BMW 530i and BMW 540i applications with the correct fit, OE look, and factory-style mounting geometry.
- Forged aluminum construction for strength and reduced weight.
- Pre-greased assembly with bushings and dust boot included.
- Rubber bushings and rubber dust boot for factory-style isolation.
- Stud thread size: M16 x 1.5.
- Lock nut included; castle nut, cotter pin, and grease fitting are not included.
Fitment Details
Fits 2017-2023 BMW 530i, front left lower forward. Fits 2017-2023 BMW 540i, front left lower forward. Part number X05CJ1686 is listed for these BMW 5 Series applications and cross-references 31106861161 and Mevotech Supreme CMS101593 for the same application.
What It Helps Correct
- Excessive looseness in the suspension linkage.
- Clunking or knocking from worn control arm components.
- Uneven tire wear caused by worn ball joint or bushings.
- Steering instability from degraded chassis joints.
Installation Notes
Verify the mounting position, thread size, and hardware requirements before installation. This assembly is pre-greased and includes bushings and a dust boot, which helps streamline replacement of the worn control arm and ball joint unit.
Quality Assurance
Suspensia states that its chassis parts are direct OE fit and OE look, and that production takes place in a large automated OE manufacturing facility in Turkiye. The facility is certified to IATF 16949:2016, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, and ISO 50001:2018 standards.
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | BMW | 530i | RWD | Front Left Lower Forward | — |
| 2023 | BMW | 540i | RWD | Front Left Lower Forward | — |
| 2022 | BMW | 530i | RWD | Front Left Lower Forward | — |
| 2022 | BMW | 540i | RWD | Front Left Lower Forward | — |
| 2021 | BMW | 530i | RWD | Front Left Lower Forward | — |
| 2021 | BMW | 540i | RWD | Front Left Lower Forward | — |
| 2020 | BMW | 530i | RWD | Front Left Lower Forward | — |
| 2020 | BMW | 540i | RWD | Front Left Lower Forward | — |
| 2019 | BMW | 530i | RWD | Front Left Lower Forward | — |
| 2019 | BMW | 540i | RWD | Front Left Lower Forward | — |
| 2018 | BMW | 530i | RWD | Front Left Lower Forward | — |
| 2018 | BMW | 540i | RWD | Front Left Lower Forward | — |
| 2017 | BMW | 530i | RWD | Front Left Lower Forward | — |
| 2017 | BMW | 540i | RWD | Front Left Lower Forward | — |
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