SUSPENSION SYSTEMS FOR BMW CARS. BA-220 05/2017
PRODUCT. BMW M Perfrmance suspensins deliver a sprty flair n every bend and stability up t the driving limits. They prvide the perfect handling prperties and abslute driving pleasure. BMW M Perfrmance suspensins guarantee exceptinal agility and aesthetic appeal, as well as tp-class precisin and ptimal respnse. The parts cncentrate n perfectly matched damper and spring settings fr every vehicle variant ffered. The result are imprved driving dynamics and enhanced driving enjyment. The M Perfrmance Parts suspensin is available fr the fllwing AG mdels: F20, F21, F22, F30, F32, F36 and F22 (M 235i/ M240i) The M Perfrmance Parts suspensin are available fr the fllwing M mdels: F87, F80, F82 Page 2
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION. Outstanding agility and safety cmbined with maximum driving dynamics. Engineered fr spirited driving with cmfrt fr everyday use. Fr rear wheel drive as well as LHD and RHD. The BMW M Perfrmance suspensin prvides vehicle lwering up t 20 mm depending n the vehicle. Height adjustable suspensins are als available fr user defined lwering f the vehicle between 0 and minus 15 millimetres (fr the M2, M3 and M4). Track tested and develped in Germany based n riginal vehicle data in cllabratin with serial prductin develpment - BMW warranties are fully preserved Overall visual enhancement f the vehicle. Resilience t thermal stress. Page 3
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW. Suspensin System (Exemplary image f F87) Adjustable spring plates t change vehicle height settings* Specially matched bumpstps t minimize shck and vibratins during extreme driving cnditins High quality materials and surface finishes fr imprved durability and lngevity Perfrmance tuned springs matched t the vehicle axle weights Tuned dampers t match the specificatins f the perfrmance springs *Only fr select fferings Page 4
AG MODELS OVERVIEW. Partnumber Series features M Perfrmance Parts Cmpnents Adjustability M Perfrmance Suspensin Mdel 4-cyl. 6-cyl. RWD X Drive Withut 2VF 2VF M Adaptive Suspensin Lwering Range Springs Dampers Bumpstps Height Dampening Lwering Kit (SZ_143_08_05) F22 M235i - 33 50 2 411 196 x 0 20 mm X X X X X F20/21/22 up t 1/15 Prductin 33 50 2 320 928 33 50 2 320 928 x x x 0 15mm X Series X X X F20/21/22 frm 1/15 Prductin 33 50 2 409 926 33 50 2 409 926 x x x 0 15mm X Series X X X F2x LCI 33 50 2 409 926 33 50 2 409 926 (inc. 40i) x x x 0 15mm X Series X X X Cilver Kit (SZ_035_04_15) F30 up t 1/15 Prductin 33 50 2 320 980 33 50 2 320 981 x x x 0 15mm X Series X X X F30 frm 1/15 Prductin 33 50 2 409 927 33 50 2 409 928 (inc. 40i) x x x 0 15mm X Series X X X F32 up t 1/15 Prductin 33 50 2 357 632 33 50 2 357 631 x x x 0 15mm X Series X X X F32 / F36 frm 1/15 Prductin 33 502 409 927 33 50 2 409 928 x x x 0 15mm X Series X X X Page 5
PRODUCT DETAILS LOWERING KIT. M235i/M240i The BMW M Perfrmance auxiliary springs kit ffers imprved driving dynamics and a real presence n the rad, while maintaining the functinality f the adaptive M chassis special equipment (SA 2VF). PI: SZ_143_08_05 Lwering Kits Sales features / benefits Imprved driving dynamics and a real presence n the rad Reduced flr clearance by 10 mm cmpared t the standard vehicle. Lw center f gravity, resulting in imprved vehicle perfrmance. Supplied package 2 x frnt Bump Stps 2 x rear Bump Stps M Perfrmance Springs rdered separately Cmpetitin cmparisn Unlike sme cmpetitrs, each BMW M Perfrmance spring adjustment is crdinated with the weight f the vehicle in rder t ensure cnsistent lwering and dynamics f the car in all driving situatins (e.g. fully laden r with a full tank). Page 6
PRODUCT DETAILS COILOVER KIT. 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 Series The BMW M Perfrmance Sprt chassis significantly increases the driving dynamics perfrmance f series cars. The additinal lwering als reinfrces the car's sprty appearance. T visually differentiate the sprty lk, the M Perfrmance cil springs are painted red. PI: SZ_035_04_15 Cilver Kits Sales features / benefits This even sprtier chassis crdinatin achieves an excellent rad psitin with utstandingly neutral driving prperties. Significantly mre direct cnnectin f the car's superstructure. T visually differentiate the sprty lk, the M Perfrmance cil springs are painted red Supplied package 2 frnt shck absrbers 2 shck absrbers 2 spring pads tp and 4 spring pads bttm 4 bump stps Technical infrmatin 2 bearing springs per axle are als required as per the EPC. The best lap times are achieved in cmbinatin with 19 inch tyres On cars with the series chassis, the frnt and rear stabilizers frm the M Sprt chassis must be retrfitted (see EPC). Page 7
M MODELS OVERVIEW. M Perfrmance Suspensin Mdel PN Series features M Perfrmance Parts Cmpnents Adjustability 6-cyl. RWD X Drive Withut 2VF 2VF M Adaptive Suspensin Lwering Range Springs Dampers Bumpstps Height Dampening Adjustable Cilver Kit Adjustable Sleeve Kit M2 33 50 2 413 033 x 0 20 mm X X X X X M3 / M4 33 50 2 414 216 x x x 5 20mm X Series X X X M Perfrmance suspensins embdy the cllective experience BMW test drivers and Engineers. Adjustable Cilver Kit Black Stainless Steel Shck Bdies Lasered Lg SZ_215_12_15 (F87 Cilver Suspensin) Sleeve Kit Series Dampers are retained with height adjustability Stiffer Perfrmance Springs SZ_060_07_16 (F80/F82 Sleeve Kit) Designed frm the utset fr perfect integratin with the vehicle t minimize installatin times. Ride height and Dampening adjustability are featured fr high perfrmance M GmbH vehicles t enable custmer defined suspensin setups. Crss selling pprtunity: MPP aerdynamic parts and accessry wheels Page 8
PRODUCT DETAILS ADJUSTABLE COILOVER KIT. M2 (F87) The adjustment in shck absrbing capacity is made separately fr the tensin and cmpressin stage. The adjustable shck absrber cmpnents ffer different custmised driving prperties fr drive dynamics and cmfrt. PI: SZ_215_12_15 Adjustable Cilver Kit Sales features / benefits Significantly mre direct cnnectin f the car's superstructure t the rad. Imprved perfrmance, particularly in highly dynamic driving situatins. Visually appealing black stainless steel shck absrber with red cil springs and blue spring plates. Supplied package (withut additinal istallatin accessries) 2 stainless steel cmplete spring struts with height-adjustable spring plates fr the frnt axle 2 shck absrbers fr the rear axle 2 individual springs with height-adjustable spring plates at the rear Cmpetitin cmparisn The cilver suspensin is crdinated with the experience f prfessinal test drivers and tests have been carried ut n multiple race tracks. The Sprt chassis was develped t ffer the driving dynamics inspired by racing sprts fr everyday use n the rad with different cnditins. Page 9
GENERAL M2 SET UP INFORMATION. In additin t adjusting the ride height f the M2, the M Perfrmance suspensin fr the M2 als features damper frce adjustability. Bth damper cmpressin (bump absrptin frce) and rebund frces (the suspensin recvery after traveling ver a bump) can be adjusted t suit driving style and driving cnditins. The M2 M Perfrmance Suspensin is delivered with the BMW M Perfrmance recmmended settings. Belw is a general guideline regarding hw Cmpressin and Rebund will affect the vehicles riding behavir. Further setup details and warnings are fund in the Installatin Instructins. Cmpressin Frnt Axle Aggressive and precise steering. Mre cmpliant handling. Cmpressin Rear Axle Mre stability when changing directin. Enable the rear t have mre steering effect. Rebund Frnt Axle Imprve frnt axle respnse, but can reduce grip. Imprve cmfrt during slw driving. Decrease stability and steering precisin when driving fast. Rebund Rear Axle Increased tendency fr vehicle Oversteer Increased tendency fr vehicle Understeer Page 10
SPECIAL M2 SET UP INFORMATION. The M2 sprt suspensin is delivered with the fllwing settings. These settings are best fr a mixture f Cmfrt and Sprt. The fllwing settings have been determined fr a flat race curse. These settings can be t harsh fr street driving, but deliver a mre direct feel. Axle Rebund Damping Pressure Stage Axle Rebund Damping Pressure Stage Frnt 9 clicks pen 6 clicks pen Rear 12 clicks pen 6 clicks pen Frnt 7 clicks pen 4 clicks pen Rear 10 clicks pen 4 clicks pen Never drive with ne axle in sft settings while the ther axle is in a hard setting. Page 11
PRODUCT DETAILS ADJUSTABLE SLEEVE KIT. M3 (F80) / M4 (F82) The M Perfrmance sprt chassis (cilver suspensin) fr M3/M4 mdels significantly increases the dynamic perfrmance f standard cars. The additinal lwering f the car nt nly prduces a mre dynamic driving feel, but als reinfrces the car's sprty appearance. The standard shck absrber settings are retained. PI: SZ_060_07_16 Adjustable Sleeve Kit Sales features / benefits This even sprtier chassis crdinatin achieves an excellent rad psitin. Markedly neutral handling, mre direct cnnectin t the rad and significantly reduced rlling mvements f the car's bdy. Visually appealing black spring strut with red cil springs and blue spring plates. Supplied package (withut additinal istallatin accessries) 2 spring struts with height-adjustable spring plates fr the frnt axle 2 individual springs with height-adjustable spring plates at the rear Cmpetitin cmparisn The cilver suspensin is crdinated with the experience f prfessinal test drivers and tests have been carried ut n multiple race tracks. The Sprt chassis was develped t ffer the driving dynamics inspired by racing sprts fr everyday use n the rad with different cnditins Page 12
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