BMW X3 Series E83 LCI Automatic Brake Pedal Mount 2229128 3331278

The BMW X3 E83 LCI Automatic Brake Pedal Bracket is a component from the Pedals, Pedal Covers, and Footrests category, designed for installation in the front of the vehicle. Engineered to work with an automatic transmission, it ensures stable mounting of the brake pedal and proper functioning of the braking control system in the facelifted BMW X3 E83 series.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-2229128
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2229128
• Substitutable numbers: 35112229128, 2229128, 35203331278, 3331278, 35111163863, 1163863
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Gearbox type: Automatic
• Category: Pedal Assemblies, Pads & Parts

Purpose and Compatibility

The presented brake pedal bracket has been specifically developed for the modernized (LCI) BMW X3 E83 series equipped with an automatic transmission. Its design is adapted for installation in the front part of the body, in the driver's area, where it is responsible for the correct seating and guidance of the brake pedal.

This part comes from the BMW OE line, meaning it retains factory mounting points, geometry, and compatibility with other components of the braking system and steering column. Consequently, the bracket is suitable both as a replacement part after mechanical damage and for professional repair of the pedal system.

Construction and Function of the Brake Pedal Bracket

The automatic brake pedal bracket in the BMW X3 E83 LCI plays a crucial structural role – it transfers loads from the pedal to the body and stabilizes the operation of the entire mechanism. Its functions include:

• ensuring rigid mounting of the brake pedal to the vehicle's structure,
• maintaining the correct pivot axis of the pedal,
• preserving the proper pedal travel and brake feel,
• ensuring compatibility with the automatic transmission system.

Thanks to its factory geometry, the bracket allows for the original pedal position relative to the driver's seat and steering column to be maintained, which translates to comfort and repeatable braking feel after repair.

Benefits of Using an Original BMW Bracket

Using a brake pedal bracket from BMW OE offers a range of practical advantages in everyday use:

• Factory Fitment – compatibility with original mounting points in the BMW X3 E83 LCI, without the need for modifications.
• Braking System Consistency – maintaining the pedal operating characteristics as intended by the manufacturer.
• Automatic Transmission Compatibility – design adapted to the specifics of the control system in automatic versions.
• Possibility of using existing accompanying components (e.g., pedal, springs, sensors) while maintaining the factory configuration.

Component Condition and Application in Repairs

The offered brake pedal bracket is a used part, sourced from disassembly, allowing for an economical yet technically correct repair of the pedal system in the BMW X3 E83 LCI. This type of component is particularly useful in situations where the mechanical mounting of the pedal has been damaged (e.g., due to a collision or improper workshop intervention), and it is necessary to restore the factory geometry and mounting rigidity.

Choosing an original bracket from disassembly reduces the risk of fitment issues, which are common with aftermarket parts of imprecise geometry, and facilitates installation in workshop conditions.

Other BMW Pedals, Pedal Covers, and Footrests

If you also need other components from the BMW Pedals, Pedal Covers, and Footrests category for your car, check out the BMW Pedals, Pedal Covers, and Footrests available in our store to select a complete solution for your vehicle's control system.

For drivers interested in a broader powertrain upgrade and tailoring the car's characteristics to their driving style, a guide describing the selection of gear ratios and drivetrain components may be helpful – details can be found in the article Used Drive Axles and Differentials – How to Choose Gear Ratios for Your Driving Style.