Parking Sensor BMW F20 F21 F30 Front Bumper PDC Mineralweiss White - A96 9261593

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Parking Sensor BMW F20 F21 F30 Front Bumper PDC Mineralweiss White - A96 is an original parking sensor designed for the front bumper of selected BMW F-series models. The component in Mineral White Metallic - A96 color allows for maintaining consistent body aesthetics and proper operation of the factory PDC system, providing a practical solution for repairing or replacing a damaged sensor. Thanks to its factory origin from the Bumper inserts and covers group, it ensures a proper fit to the bumper structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9261593-MW
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9261593
• Substitutable numbers: 66209261593, 9261593, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Mineral White Metallic - A96
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and function of the PDC sensor

The presented parking sensor is dedicated to installation in the front bumper, in the area responsible for monitoring the distance from obstacles during maneuvering. As an element of the PDC system, it works with the vehicle's factory electronics, transmitting the distance signal to the controller and the acoustic or visual warning system. A properly functioning sensor increases the safety of maneuvers in tight parking spaces, reduces the risk of contact with obstacles, and facilitates precise parking near curbs or walls.

Body fitment and color

The sensor is prepared for operation in the front part of the vehicle, in the factory bumper socket, which facilitates installation and maintains the original geometry of the system. The use of Mineral White Metallic - A96 paint allows for aesthetic integration of the element into the body in the same shade, without the need for additional painting by the user (provided the vehicle color matches). Thanks to this, the repair of the bumper zone can be carried out in an orderly manner, maintaining a consistent stylistic line of the car's front.

Technical characteristics and installation

As an element from the Bumper inserts and covers group, the sensor is structurally adapted to work in outdoor conditions – in an area exposed to moisture, road dirt, and temperature changes. The sensor housing is prepared for seating in the appropriate bumper socket, and the electrical connector allows for connection to the vehicle's factory wiring harness. Installation consists of mechanically attaching the sensor in the bumper and plugging in the connector, while maintaining the correct operating position, which is crucial for accurate distance reading.

The product comes from the BMW offer, which promotes compatibility with the factory parking system and minimizes the risk of problems with the vehicle's electronic communication. In the case of replacing a damaged element, it allows for restoring the original functionality of the system without the need to use universal solutions.

Application in service practice

This parking sensor will work well both for post-accident repairs of the front bumper and for troubleshooting PDC system faults resulting from damage to a single sensor. Replacing the element allows for:

• restoring the correct operation of the parking assistant in the front part of the vehicle,
• maintaining a consistent appearance of the bumper thanks to the matched color,
• reducing repair costs by using a used, original component.

For workshops and services specializing in the BMW brand, this is a practical solution for comprehensive front-end repairs, especially when bumper elements and accessories have been damaged.

Repair expansion and selection of related elements

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front bumper zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional inserts, covers, or mounts, check the available parts in the BMW Bumper inserts and covers category.

When choosing used components for German cars, it is worth paying attention to the specifics of individual subassemblies and their impact on safety and driving comfort – the following article may be helpful: Renovation and repair of German cars: which used parts are worth buying and which are better to avoid?.