Steering Rack BMW F45 F46 Electrical Electric Power Box Gear 6893290

Steering Rack BMW F45 F46 Electrical Electric Power Box Gear is an original BMW steering system component, designed for the 2 Series Active Tourer and Gran Tourer models with electric power steering. As part of the Steering racks and housings group, it ensures precise vehicle handling, stable road behavior, and consistency with BMW's factory suspension and electronics architecture.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6893290
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6893290
• Substitutable numbers: 6893290, 6878977, 6899992
• Category: Gearboxes, Racks & Pinions

Technical characteristics and purpose

Steering Rack BMW F45 F46 Electrical Electric Power Box Gear is an electric steering rack designed to work with a power steering system based on an electric motor and electronic control. This component is responsible for transferring movement from the steering column to the front wheels, while simultaneously working with safety systems and driving assistants, such as electronic stability control or cornering assistance systems.

The original BMW design guarantees the correct gear ratio, appropriate steering force characteristics, and compatibility with the vehicle's factory software. As a result, the steering system maintains predictable, consistent behavior in line with the manufacturer's specifications.

Benefits of using an original steering rack

Using a factory steering rack from the Steering racks and housings group in a BMW F45/F46 allows for maintaining the correct geometry and operating characteristics of the steering system. In practice, this means:

• stable vehicle handling at higher speeds,
• precise response to steering inputs,
• proper cooperation with the vehicle's electronic systems,
• preservation of factory comfort and predictable vehicle behavior.

This component is particularly important for post-collision repairs, chassis regeneration, or when replacing a worn-out steering rack, where maintaining original handling parameters is essential.

Condition, origin, and fitment

The offered BMW steering rack comes from the BMW OE line and is a used component, which allows for cost-effective repair while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Thanks to its factory origin, all mounting points, the correct housing shape, and compatibility with the stock steering column and suspension elements in F45/F46 models are preserved.

The selection of the appropriate steering rack for a specific engine and equipment version should always be verified based on the OEM part number and interchangeable numbers available in the technical specifications. This helps avoid installation issues and ensures proper cooperation with the vehicle's electronics.

Application in steering system service and repairs

The Steering Rack BMW F45 F46 Electrical Electric Power Box Gear is suitable for both professional service centers and workshops specializing in the BMW brand. It is appropriate for:

• repairs after mechanical damage to the steering system,
• eliminating play and abnormal noises in the steering rack,
• restoring the proper operation of the electric power steering,
• comprehensive renovation of the front axle and chassis.

By maintaining the original design, it is possible to keep consistency with BMW's factory service procedures and utilize standard diagnostic and adaptation points in the service software.

Expansion of the BMW steering system

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the steering zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional steering racks, housings, or elements working with the steering column, check the available parts in the BMW steering racks and housings category.

If you are interested in a broader approach to personalizing and refreshing the vehicle's interior, including replacing the steering wheel with a used model with an attractive finish, it is worth checking out the guide Car interior tuning with Global Parts, which discusses practical possibilities for using used equipment components.