BMW Front Tension Strut (Control Arm) - TRW OEM 31126855742

Name: BMW Front Tension Strut (Control Arm) - TRW OEM 31126855742
Brand: TRW

Medium installMPN: JTC1624

Set your vehicle to confirm fitment — see full vehicle fitment

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Overview

OE-quality front tension strut (control arm) for BMW F30/F22/F32/F33/F36 models. Designed to locate the front strut assembly and withstand constant suspension loads. Features inner bushings prone to wear, causing poor handling, vibration, and noise. Must be replaced in matched pairs per BMW TIS recommendations. Made in Germany by TRW (ZF Aftermarket), an OEM supplier to over 40 major manufacturers. OEM part numbers: 31126855742, 31126851260.

Specifications

Type: Control Arm

Vehicle Fitment
40 configurations

BMW 228i(F22)
N20
2014–2016
BMW 228iLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F23)
N20
2015–2016
BMW 228i xDriveLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F22)
N20
2015–2016
BMW 228i xDriveLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F23)
N20
2015–2016
BMW 320iLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F30)
N20
2013–2018
BMW 320i xDriveLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F30)
N20
2013–2016
BMW 328d(F30)
N47
2014–2018
BMW 328d xDriveLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F30)
N47
2014–2018
BMW 328iLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F30)
N20
2012–2016
BMW 328i GT xDriveLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F34)
N20
2014–2016
BMW 328i xDriveLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F30)
N20
2012–2016
BMW 330eLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F30)
B48
2016–2018
BMW 330iLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F30)
B48
2017–2018
BMW 330i xDriveLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F30)
B48
2017–2018
BMW 335iLikely fits — confirm with retailer(E90)
N55
2011
BMW 335iLikely fits — confirm with retailer(E92)
N55
2011–2013
BMW 335iLikely fits — confirm with retailer(E93)
N55
2011–2013
BMW 335iLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F30)
N55
2012–2015
BMW 335i xDriveLikely fits — confirm with retailer(E90)
N55
2011
BMW 335i xDriveLikely fits — confirm with retailer(E92)
N55
2011–2013
BMW 335i xDriveLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F30)
N55
2012–2015
BMW 340iLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F30)
B58
2016–2018
BMW 340i xDriveLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F30)
B58
2016–2018
BMW 428iLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F32)
N20
2014–2016
BMW 428iLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F33)
N20
2014–2016
BMW 428i Gran CoupeLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F36)
N20
2015–2016
BMW 428i xDriveLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F32)
N20
2014–2016
BMW 428i xDriveLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F33)
N20
2014–2016
BMW 428i xDrive Gran CoupeLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F36)
N20
2015–2016
BMW 435iLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F32)
N55
2014–2016
BMW 435iLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F33)
N55
2014–2016
BMW 435i Gran CoupeLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F36)
N55
2015–2016
BMW 435i xDriveLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F32)
N55
2014–2016
BMW 435i xDriveLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F33)
N55
2014–2016
BMW 435i xDrive Gran CoupeLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F36)
N55
2015–2016
BMW ActiveHybrid 3Likely fits — confirm with retailer(F30)
N55
2013–2015
BMW M235iLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F22)
N55
2014–2016
BMW M235iLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F23)
N55
2015–2016
BMW M235i xDriveLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F22)
N55
2015–2016
BMW M235i xDriveLikely fits — confirm with retailer(F23)
N55
2015–2016

Installation summary

Replacing this front tension strut on F-series BMW models requires medium DIY skill and takes about two hours, making it manageable for enthusiasts with proper garage equipment, though a professional alignment is mandatory immediately afterward. You will need standard metric sockets along with spring perch tools if your vehicle is equipped with coilettes to manage suspension tension safely. The most critical installation rule is to always torque the inner bushing fasteners to specification only while the vehicle's weight is fully loaded on the ground to prevent premature bushing failure.

AI-generated overview — always verify against the official install instructions.

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