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Operating rod

BMW Part Number:51 24 8 171 161
51248171161short number 8171161
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Fits E36 — 316i, 318i, 318tds, 320i, 323i, 325tds, 328i
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Genuine BMW Part

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Operating rod – BMW diagram17 View BMW DiagramSee this part on the official exploded view

This is a genuine BMW operating rod, part number 51 24 8 171 161. The number stamped on the part is 51248171161; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 8171161. You will find it on our Interior Body shelf, under Other Body equipment parts.

It fits the E36 touring (316i, 318i, 318tds, 320i, 323i, 325tds and 328i, 1994–1997), with the M41, M43, M51 or M52 engines.

BMW draws it on the Trunk Lid/Closing System (41_0025) diagram. It weighs about 18 g (under 0.1 lb).

We have not had one on the shelf yet. Request it and we will tell you when one comes off a car.

Details

BMW Part Number51 24 8 171 161
Also written as512481711618171161
QualityGenuine BMW · OEM

Every used part is inspected and graded before listing. Condition grades:

  • Good — minimal wear, fully functional.
  • Fair — normal wear, fully functional.
  • Acceptable — visible wear, still functional.

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