Air Module BMW E90 E91 E92 E93 Front Passenger Side Dashboard Dash 9138247

Air Module BMW E90 E91 E92 E93 Front Passenger Side Dashboard Dash is an original safety component designed for installation in the front cabin area of 3 Series models. As a component from the Dashboard group, it works with the factory SRS system, ensuring proper passenger protection while maintaining the structure intended by the manufacturer. This is a solution for users who want to restore full functionality of the safety system after a collision or cockpit replacement, while maintaining compliance with BMW factory specifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9138247-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9138247
• Substitutable numbers: 72129138247, 72127059292, 7059292, 72126973742, 6973742, 72129113225, 9113225, 72129113226, 9113226, 72126983171, 6983171, 9138247
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and function in the safety system

The passenger airbag mounted in the front part of the vehicle works with collision sensors and the SRS controller, creating a coherent passive safety system. The element is integrated with the dashboard structure, so that upon activation, it deploys in a controlled manner, minimizing the risk of upper body injury to the passenger. Using an original component allows for maintaining the correct deployment geometry of the airbag and proper mounting points in the cockpit.

Compatibility and interchangeable numbers

The airbag has been designed specifically for selected BMW 3 Series models of the E90, E91, and E92 generations, which translates into a perfect fit for the factory dashboard and electrical installation. The element has a dedicated OEM part number and assigned interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific body version and model year. This allows for precise selection of the component for the existing safety system, reducing the risk of installation problems or diagnostic errors.

Installation characteristics

The passenger airbag is intended for installation in the front cabin zone, within the dashboard structure. The design provides for cooperation with factory mounting points and the SRS wiring harness, which facilitates service work and allows for maintaining the original cable routing. The use of an OEM component promotes proper fitment with the cockpit, as well as correct positioning relative to the passenger seat.

Condition and service application

The offered element is used, which makes it an economical solution while maintaining the original BMW construction. This type of airbag is used primarily for post-accident repairs, complete dashboard replacement, or restoring full functionality of the SRS system after previous interventions. Choosing an original component allows for maintaining the consistency of the safety system with the manufacturer's factory assumptions.

Integration with the BMW dashboard

As an element from the Dashboard group, the passenger airbag is structurally linked to the shape of the cockpit and the intended controlled rupture zones. Thanks to this, after the SRS system is activated, the dashboard panel opens in the designed way, and the airbag deploys towards the passenger in accordance with the assumptions of BMW engineers. Maintaining the original mounting layout and geometry is crucial for the effectiveness of the entire system.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cockpit area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as air vents, decorative panels, or structural brackets, check the available parts in the BMW Dashboards category.

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