BMW 3 E46 Saloon 330d M57 M Sport Front Right O/S Suspension Leg Brake Disc

BMW 3 E46 Saloon 330d M57 M Sport Front Right O/S Suspension Leg Brake Disc is a complete component mounted on the front axle on the driver's or passenger's side in right-hand drive versions, designed specifically for the M57 330d saloon variant. This solution is dedicated to vehicles equipped with the M Sport package, ensuring consistency in handling characteristics, geometry, and braking system performance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2282460
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2282460
• Substitutable numbers: 31312282460, 2282460, 31211096430, 1096430, 34116765882, 6765882, 34116864047, 6864047, 31211095198, 1095198, 34116750150, 6750150, 34101166071, 1166071, 34116855156, 6855156, 34116769305, 6769305
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Suspension Component Replacement Kits

Purpose and compatibility for BMW 3 E46 330d M57

The offered item is a front right suspension assembly integrated with a brake disc, designed for the BMW 3 Series E46 saloon with the M57 diesel engine in the 330d M Sport version. The construction complies with the manufacturer's factory specifications, which allows for maintaining the correct front axle geometry, stability at higher speeds, and predictable vehicle behavior in corners.

The location on the vehicle, specified as front – right side, facilitates the unambiguous selection of the part for a specific mounting point. This minimizes the risk of errors when ordering and reduces the mechanic's working time during replacement.

Characteristics of the M Sport suspension set

BMW E46 M Sport versions use a more dynamic suspension configuration than standard variants. The use of a dedicated front right suspension assembly with a brake disc allows for maintaining:

• consistency of damping characteristics and stiffness on the front axle,
• correct wheel guidance within the suspension travel range,
• stable vehicle behavior during braking and load changes.

The presence of the brake disc in the set means that in one installation, you restore both the suspension geometry and the efficiency of the braking system's working element on the right side. This is a practical solution for post-collision repairs, replacing worn components, or restoring the car to its factory M Sport specification.

Benefits of using an original BMW component

The element comes from the BMW line, which in practice means maintaining factory mounting points, correct offset, and geometry intended for the E46 330d. Thanks to this:

• there is no need to modify the steering knuckle or other front suspension components,
• the braking system works with the caliper and hub in accordance with the manufacturer's design,
• compatibility with standard safety systems (ABS, traction control – within the scope provided by the suspension design) is maintained.

This is particularly important in vehicles with higher weight and torque, such as the 330d M57, where precise front axle guidance and adequate braking performance have a direct impact on safety and driving comfort.

Condition, functionality, and practical application

The offered suspension assembly is in used condition, which is a typical and reasonable choice when repairing cars of this generation. A used OEM element allows for maintaining high manufacturing quality while optimizing service costs. This type of solution is particularly beneficial for:

• post-accident repairs of the front right side,
• replacing a worn or damaged suspension assembly in an E46 330d,
• restoring M Sport specifications after previous modifications.

Thanks to the factory fit, installation proceeds in a predictable manner, without the need to fabricate adapters or interfere with the body structure. This translates into shorter vehicle downtime in the workshop and a more repeatable final result.

Support with selection and suspension system expansion

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the suspension area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional struts, springs, or related mounting components, check the available parts in the BMW suspension replacement kits category.

When choosing a used suspension set for a BMW E46, it is worth paying attention to the differences between the standard and sport configurations, as well as the specifics of the elements used in M versions. A detailed discussion of these issues, along with practical tips on selecting used components, can be found in the article "Standard vs. sport suspension – design differences and is it worth buying used suspension parts?".

If you want to reduce vehicle downtime in the workshop and better plan a major repair involving the suspension and braking system, the guide on the impact of a wide range of parts from a single warehouse on car repair time may also be helpful, showing how proper preparation of parts speeds up service work.