Input Shaft Seal, 42x81x8 - E46, E39, E83, E53 Automatic (A5S390R)

This part is listed by BMW as BMW part number 24121423529 and is described as the Input Shaft Seal for E46, E39, E83 X3, E53 X5, and Z3 with the GM A5S390R 5-speed automatic transmission.

This part fits the GM 5-speed automatic transmission - A5S360R and A5S390R. It does not fit models with the ZF 5-speed automatic. The GM transmission has a smooth metal oil pan with 20 screws. You can also confirm visually by the tag on the side of the transmission. We have identified production date splits that may help to guide you:

E46 323i up to 3/2000 production
E46 325i/330i from 3/2003 production
E39 525i/530i up to 3/2001 production

This is an OEM input shaft seal manufactured by an original supplier to BMW for many other gaskets and seals. As the OEM it meets all of BMW's original design, fitment, and performance requirements and is TUV approved. OEM parts are the best alternative to more expensive Original BMW parts because they are virtually identical without the inflated price tag. This part has a two year warranty.

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