Wheel Trailing Arm BMW F45 F48 Mini F60 Rear Axle Left N/S Wheel Hub Mounting

The BMW F45 F48 / Mini F60 rear trailing arm left is an original suspension component designed for installation on the rear left side. Designed by BMW, it ensures proper wheel guidance, body stability, and correct mounting of the wheel hub on the rear axle.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6898963-4
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6898963
• Substitutable numbers: 33306898963, 6898963, 33326851579, 6851579, 33322468425, 2468425, 33416851589, 6851589, 34206799740, 6799740, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and Function in Suspension

This rear trailing arm is responsible for precisely maintaining the suspension geometry on the left side, working in conjunction with the wheel hub and other system components. A correctly selected part helps maintain vehicle stability during acceleration, braking, and driving over uneven surfaces.

Thanks to its dedicated placement on the vehicle (rear, left side), the component is structurally adapted to its specific position in the suspension, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of errors during replacement.

Compatibility and BMW Compliance

Original BMW origin means maintaining factory suspension operating parameters and full compatibility with the rear axle construction in BMW models F45, F48, and Mini F60. The component is prepared to work with the factory wheel hub mounting, thus requiring no modifications or adaptations.

The control arm has an assigned OEM part number and related interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with specific engine and model year versions of the vehicle. When selecting, it is always advisable to compare the designations with the service documentation or the number found on the removed part.

Characteristics of a Used Part

As a used part, the trailing arm comes from disassembly and is intended for users seeking an economical solution while maintaining the original BMW design. This type of component allows for reduced suspension repair costs while maintaining compliance with the factory design.

Before installation, a standard inspection of the component's condition by a mechanic is recommended – particularly the mounting points, surfaces interacting with the wheel hub, and bushing seats, to ensure trouble-free operation after replacement.

Benefits of Using an Original BMW Control Arm

• maintaining the factory rear axle geometry on the left side,
• secure mounting of the wheel hub on the rear axle,
• compatibility with factory BMW and Mini mounting points,
• reducing the risk of improper fit typical of aftermarket parts,
• an economical solution due to the use of a used part.

Selection and Additional Technical Information

To correctly select this part for your car, it is advisable to use the OEM designation and interchangeable numbers, which are detailed in the product's technical specifications. This helps avoid ordering errors, especially in the case of different body and drive versions.

If you want to deepen your knowledge on selecting used components and the importance of OEM numbers in terms of compatibility, consult the practical advice from experts available in the article how to professionally select used car parts.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear suspension area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as transverse control arms, rear beams, or hub carriers, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

To compare the characteristics of sports drivetrains and suspensions with solutions used in standard models, you can read the article Audi RS vs. Other Models – What's Under the Hood and Chassis?, which discusses structural differences in engines, brakes, and chassis.