Bilstein B16 PSS10 Coilover Kit – BMW E82 / E90 / E92

OVERVIEW

The engineers at Bilstein created the ultimate race-inspired suspension: the B16 PSS10. The manually adjustable monotube gas dampers offer ten precise compression and rebound settings, from comfort to competition, selected by the twist of a dial.

The threaded damper bodies allow accurate adjustment of the front and rear progressive-rate springs, so you can set vehicle ride height, center of gravity and handling balance exactly where you want them. The B16 system puts you in complete control, providing the kind of precise suspension tuning formerly available only on race cars — from a weekend of competition to daily driving.

This kit is designed for the E82/E88 1 Series and the rear-wheel-drive E90/E91/E92/E93 3 Series.

SPECS

• Bilstein B16 (PSS10) coilover suspension kit
• Ten-stage manually adjustable compression and rebound damping, from Comfort to Sport, set by dial
• Progressive-rate front and rear sport springs
• Lowering range of approximately 30–50 mm at the front and rear
• Quality sport springs made from highly durable material
• Monotube gas-pressure damper technology
• Threaded damper bodies with a 20 mm ride-height adjustment range at both axles
• Round threads for easy adjustment
• Spring plates and lock nuts made from a special aluminum alloy
• Triple-C-Technology surface coating for long-lasting corrosion resistance
• Road-tested and fine-tuned by Bilstein ride engineers under extreme motorsport conditions
• Made in Germany
• Bilstein Limited 5-Year Warranty
• Position: front and rear — one kit per vehicle

PARTS INCLUDED

• Complete front and rear Bilstein B16 (PSS10) coilover kit as supplied by Bilstein; see the installation instructions for the full bill of materials.

TECH RESOURCES

Additional Parts Required

• None. Bilstein supplies this as a complete front and rear kit and specifies no additional hardware for installation.
• A four-wheel alignment is mandatory after installation — changing ride height alters camber, caster and toe.
• Professional installation is strongly recommended. Spring compressors and BMW strut tooling are required, and the front strut assemblies are under spring load.
• Damping is set by hand at each corner — allow access to all four dampers when choosing ride height, and set front and rear to matching positions before road testing.
• Re-check ride height and re-torque the fasteners after the springs have settled, then re-align the car if the height is changed again later.

Installation

• Bilstein B16 PSS10 (E4-WM4-Y586A00) installation instructions and parts certificate (PDF)
• Bilstein shock absorber installation safety notice (PDF)

Notes

• Bilstein lists this kit for rear-wheel-drive models only. Year coverage varies by body style within a chassis — confirm your exact model, drivetrain and factory suspension option with Speed Logic before ordering.

PART NUMBER

• Bilstein part number: 48-131636

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