1997-2000 BMW 5 Series 2.8 Front Right Strut Assembly

Also known as

Front Strut

Shock Absorber

MacPherson Strut

Spring and Strut Assembly

Suspension Strut

Damper Assembly

What this part does

The Front Right Strut Assembly is a primary structural component of the vehicle's suspension system, connecting the wheel hub to the front passenger side of the chassis. It incorporates the shock absorber cartridge, coil spring, upper mount, and bump stop into a single unit. This assembly supports the weight of the vehicle while actively damping road impacts, controlling body roll during cornering, and ensuring the tire maintains consistent contact with the pavement. When the internal valving degrades or hydraulic fluid leaks, the vehicle will exhibit excessive bouncing over bumps, nosediving during hard braking, cupped tire wear, and compromised steering response.

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Before you order

Suspension components dictate the handling and safety of the vehicle, and it is strongly recommended to replace front struts in pairs to maintain balanced steering and braking dynamics. Mixing a worn strut on the driver side with this replacement unit on the passenger side can cause unpredictable handling in emergency maneuvers.

You must verify your specific chassis and suspension package before installation. The BMW E39 was manufactured with both standard and sport suspension setups (often denoted by option code S704A), which use different spring rates and shock valving. Additionally, the front subframe and suspension geometry on inline-6 models (like the 528i) are fundamentally different from V8 models (like the 540i). This strut assembly will not fit V8 chassis vehicles. Finally, inspect the upper strut mount bearing on the vehicle it came from prior to installation, as the rubber isolators frequently crack or collapse over time on this generation.