Whiteline Lower Inner Rear Control Arm Bushing w/ Housing – 1999-2006 3 Series BMW Models

Whiteline Lower Inner Rear Control Arm Bushing w/ Housing – 1999-2006 BMW 3 Series Models

Complete Rear Lower Inner Bushing Assembly for E46 BMW
The Whiteline W53518 provides the rear lower control arm inner bushing with its housing for the 1999-2006 BMW 3 Series (E46). This is a complete assembly replacement — bushing and housing together — for applications where the housing has deteriorated or needs replacement alongside the bushing itself.

DETAILS

• Complete rear lower control arm inner bushing with housing for E46 BMW
• Assembly replacement — bushing and housing together
• Fits 1999-2006 BMW 3 Series (E46 chassis)
• Used when housing condition requires replacement
• Polyurethane bushing compound for improved precision

Complete Assembly vs. Bushing Only
The W53518 provides the complete assembly (bushing with housing) for cases where the OEM housing has corroded, cracked, or otherwise deteriorated. If the housing is in acceptable condition, the bushing-only replacement (W62625) is the more cost-effective choice. Use the W53518 when the complete assembly needs replacement.

E46 Rear Suspension Maintenance
E46 3 Series models have now accumulated enough age and mileage that housing corrosion alongside bushing wear is common on northern examples where road salt is used. The W53518 addresses both components in one replacement.

Installation Notes
The complete assembly is pressed into the control arm using standard bushing press equipment. Ensure the arm bore is clean before installation.

Why Choose Whiteline

Whiteline has been engineering suspension components from their facility in Australia since 1979. Every product in their catalog is developed with a clear goal: measurable improvement in handling, stability, and tyre contact. Whiteline’s polyurethane bushings, sway bars, control arms, and alignment correction kits are engineered using finite element analysis and validated on track before they reach the market. Their components are direct-fit, bolt-on solutions designed for enthusiasts who want real performance gains without fabrication or custom work.

The RallySport Take

Complete rear lower inner assembly for E46 BMW when both bushing and housing require replacement. Budget an afternoon for the job — bushing replacement is not complicated but does require the correct press tools and clean installation technique. Apply grease to all polyurethane-to-metal interfaces and assemble at ride height for correct bushing set. The improvement in chassis feel is immediate and the polyurethane will outlast whatever rubber is in there now.

What’s in the Box

• Complete rear lower control arm inner bushing with housing for E46 BMW
• Assembly replacement — bushing and housing together
• Used when housing condition requires replacement
• Polyurethane bushing compound for improved precision

Fitment