Sachs Suspension Strut P/N:317 556
Sachs 556 838 front suspension strut for the 1997-2003 BMW 540i damps spring and wheel movement to help keep the car steady and comfortable. This SACHS suspension strut is designed to restore original handling dynamics.
A worn strut can show up as a floaty, wandering ride or a clunk over bumps. Before you replace the strut, rule out worn tires, tired springs and loose or worn mounts, since any of them can feel similar from the driver's seat.
Sachs 556 838 fits the 1997-2003 BMW 540i, which takes two. This listing is one front strut; the strut on the other side of the front axle is normally replaced at the same time.
Does the Sachs 556 838 strut fit the 1997-2003 BMW 540i?
Yes. Sachs 556 838 is a front suspension strut listed for the 1997-2003 BMW 540i, and that car takes two.
Is the Sachs 556 838 a front or rear strut?
It is a front strut. Sachs 556 838 is listed with a front position, so it goes on the front axle.
What does the valve pairing in this Sachs strut do?
The valve pairing is tuned to the application. It is meant to balance ride comfort with control in any road condition.
What can a worn front strut look or feel like?
Oil on the strut body, a bouncy ride or nose dive under braking can be signs of wear. Look with the car parked and cool; a shop can test the rest.
Is the Sachs 556 838 meant to restore original handling?
Yes. Sachs 556 838 is built to bring back the car's original handling characteristics through damping tuned to its application.
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