BMW E82 Rear Bumper Balancing Weight 2996506

BMW E82 Rear Bumper Counterweight is an item from the Bumpers and Reinforcements category, designed to stabilize the rear of the car body. Appropriately selected weight helps maintain proper vehicle balance, which translates to predictable handling and driving comfort.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2996506
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2996506
• Substitutable numbers: 2996506, 51122996506
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and Function of the Counterweight

The rear bumper counterweight in the BMW E82 series plays a significant role in the body system. Its tasks include:

• stabilizing the rear of the vehicle through proper mass distribution within the bumper area,
• reducing vibrations and resonances transmitted from the body to the bumper,
• maintaining predictable car behavior at various speeds and loads.

The placement of the component in the rear section of the vehicle is closely related to the bumper and reinforcement design, therefore the correct selection of this part is important for both comfort and the durability of the entire system.

Design and Fit for BMW

The counterweight has been developed as a part intended for installation in the rear area of the BMW body, within the bumper and its reinforcements. Thanks to this:

• it fits factory mounting points provided by the vehicle manufacturer,
• it works with the original bumper beam and reinforcements, without the need for structural modifications,
• it maintains the correct geometry of the bumper system, which is important in case of potential accident repairs.

As an item from the Bumpers and Reinforcements group, the counterweight is an integral part of the system responsible for the rigidity and operating characteristics of the rear body section.

Product Condition and Benefits of Choosing a Used Part

The offered counterweight comes from the secondary market, allowing for a combination of economic aspects with technical functionality. Choosing a used component of this type offers:

• a rational reduction in repair costs while maintaining compliance with the factory design,
• a reduction in waste through the reuse of a fully functional part,
• the ability to maintain the original vehicle characteristics without using aftermarket parts with uncertain parameters.

Counterweights are not wear parts in the classic sense, therefore their reuse in a well-matched vehicle model is a technically justified solution.

Installation in the Rear of the Vehicle

Its placement at the rear of the vehicle means the counterweight works directly with the bumper structure. During installation, it is worth paying attention to:

• correct alignment with the reinforcements, according to factory mounting points,
• maintaining appropriate connection rigidity so that the element effectively dampens vibrations,
• checking the condition of the bumper and beam itself, which allows for full utilization of the balancing function.

A correctly installed counterweight helps maintain the structural integrity of the rear body section, which is important for both driving comfort and the operation of other elements in the bumpers and reinforcements category.

Offer Complement and Ecological Aspect

If you are looking for other items from the BMW bumpers and reinforcements category, check out our dedicated offer: BMW bumpers and reinforcements. You will find a wide selection of components tailored to various models of this brand.

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