BMW X3 F25 M Sport Driver's Side Steering Wheel Air Module DAMAGED 6787342

BMW X3 F25 M Package Deployed Driver Airbag is an original passive safety component designed for installation in the driver's area of the BMW X3 F25 with the M Package. The product is offered in the condition For parts or not working, making it a valuable base for service, training, or as a source of mounting elements and housing.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6787342-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: For parts or not working
• OEM Part Number: 6787342
• Substitutable numbers: 6787342, 32306787342, 6888436, 32306888436
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Black
• Category: Steering Wheels & Horn Buttons

Purpose and Function in the Vehicle

The presented driver airbag belongs to the Steering Wheels and Horn Buttons group, meaning it works directly with the steering wheel module and the airbag assembly in the center of the rim. Its placement in the front zone of the vehicle makes it crucial for the driver's safety system design, while also being linked to the interior aesthetics and ergonomics characteristic of the M Package version.

Due to its "For parts or not working" condition, the product is particularly useful for workshops that require an original housing, mountings, connectors, or structural elements for reconstruction, adaptation, or assembly tests within the BMW steering system.

Construction, Color, and Fitment

The airbag is designed to operate in the front of the vehicle, at the central point of the steering wheel, ensuring proper positioning relative to the driver. The black color is consistent with the typical interior finish of the BMW X3 F25 with the M Package, allowing the element to blend well with the factory steering wheel, dashboard, and other cockpit components.

Its original BMW origin promotes precise fitting with the steering column and maintains correct assembly geometry. For repair shops and interior reconstruction specialists, this means the product can be used as a dimensional reference or a donor for mounting elements, facilitating repair and diagnostic work.

Service and Training Applications

The "For parts or not working" condition makes this airbag particularly valuable for the following applications:

• as a donor for housing and mounting elements for other service projects,
• for assembly and disassembly practice in technical training,
• for verifying the conformity of shape, mounting points, and wiring harnesses in the steering system,
• as a comparative material when assessing the quality of aftermarket parts.

For workshops specializing in the BMW brand, this is a practical solution that allows for cost optimization while maintaining access to the original geometry and construction of the component.

Integration with the BMW X3 F25 M Package Interior

The driver airbag in the M Package version significantly impacts the visual appeal and ergonomics of the steering area. Even in its "parts" condition, this element can be used for:

• recreating a cohesive steering wheel appearance in show or training projects,
• fitting other components from the Steering Wheels and Horn Buttons group,
• assembly tests during steering wheel replacement or upgrades in the BMW X3 F25.

By retaining its original form and color, the product helps maintain the characteristic sporty interior look of the M Package version, which is important for precise renovation and adaptation work.

Interior Configuration Expansion and Expert Knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the steering area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as steering wheel rims, button modules, or center covers, check the available parts in the BMW Steering Wheels and Horn Buttons category.

When planning a cockpit overhaul or interior refresh using used components, it's worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips on selecting, installing, and ensuring compatibility of elements like seats, steering wheels, or multimedia modules – this is thoroughly discussed in the article Premium Interior for Half the Price: Used Seats, Steering Wheels, and Multimedia.