32 00... Identifying suspension from label on front axle

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NOTE: The type of suspension can be identified from the label on the spring strut/shock absorber.

Fig 1: Identifying Suspension From Label

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Label:

BMW part number
Type of suspension
- - = Standard suspension (basic)
  BA
- - = Sport suspension or rough road package
  SP
- - =E60, E61 AWD
  60BAX
- - = M Sport suspension
  MSP
- - = China Long
  CHL
- - = rough road package
  Option
  
  SA
  
  815
In the case of "SP" identification, there is a further distinction between:
- Sport suspension without spacer ring (A)
- Rough road package with spacer ring (A) above the support bearing
Fig 2: Identifying Spacer Ring
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