24 4 160 Support bracket

2007 BMW 530xi 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION 24 4 160 Support bracket
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Minimum set: Mechanical toolsΒ 

Note: For securing converter during removal and installation of transmission

Transmission: GA6 HP19Z, GA6 HP26Z, GA6 HP32Z, GA6L45R

Storage location: A47, C46

SI number: 1 11 02 (908)

Order number: 24 4 160

Support bracket

Fig 1: Identifying Support Bracket (24 4 160)
G04739376Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Consisting of:

1 = 24 4 161 Basic body

2 = 24 4 162 Shaped section

NOTE: For converter variant N73

3 = 24 4 163 Shaped section

NOTE: For converter variant M57TU

4 = 24 4 164 Shaped section

NOTE: For converter variant M54

5 = 24 4 165 Shaped section

NOTE: Transmission: GA6 HP19 in E87, E90

6 = 24 4 166 Shaped section

NOTE: Transmission: GA6L45R (GM6) in E83 / N52K
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.