BMW F01 F10 F11 F20 F21 F22 F30 F31 Xenon LED Headlight Level Sensor

BMW F01 F10 F11 F20 F21 F22 F30 F31 Xenon LED Headlight Level Sensor is an original component of the headlight beam height adjustment system, designed for selected BMW F-series models. Thanks to its precise integration with the vehicle's suspension and electronics, it ensures stable, predictable headlight positioning, which translates into driving comfort and safety. This solution is dedicated to drivers who expect compliance with the manufacturer's factory standards.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6870000-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6870000
• Substitutable numbers: 37146870000, 6870000, 6784075, BG, 37146860843, 6860843, 37146784072, 6784072, 37146788571, 6788571, 37146788569, 6788569
• Category: Headlight Assemblies

Purpose and function of the headlight level sensor

The headlight level sensor is responsible for continuously reading the position of the vehicle body relative to the axles and then transmitting a signal to control the headlights. In practice, this means automatic adjustment of the headlight height according to the vehicle's load, which reduces the risk of blinding other road users and improves road visibility.

This component works with the factory suspension system and BMW control modules, maintaining the parameters specified by the manufacturer. Installing the correct sensor is particularly important in vehicles equipped with automatic headlight leveling systems.

Compatibility with BMW F-series models

The presented sensor has been designed for the BMW F01, F10, F11, F20, F21, F22, F30, and F31 platforms. This means it is structurally matched to the solutions used in these generations, including appropriate mounting points and operating characteristics adapted to the suspension geometry and headlight system.

As a result, the user receives a component that allows for maintaining consistency with the vehicle's factory configuration, without the need for modifications or the adaptation of universal replacements.

Product characteristics and benefits of use

The offered sensor comes from the group of original BMW components, which helps maintain compliance with service documentation and control unit software. The used nature of the part allows for an economical restoration of the headlight adjustment system's efficiency while maintaining the factory specification.

• maintaining correct headlight beam geometry under varying vehicle loads,
• compatibility with factory safety and comfort systems,
• possibility of restoring proper system operation after a failure or errors related to headlight height adjustment,
• a solution consistent with the design intended for the given BMW F-series generation.

A properly functioning headlight level sensor is important not only for night driving comfort but also for meeting technical inspection requirements, where the correctness of headlight alignment is checked.

Component condition and installation aspects

The product is offered as a used part, sourced from dismantling, which allows for a cost-effective solution while maintaining the original BMW specification. Before installation, it is recommended to perform a standard verification of the electrical wiring and mounting points on the vehicle to ensure proper cooperation with the existing headlight system.

Replacing the sensor is typically a service task that can be performed in a specialized workshop equipped with the appropriate tools and access to diagnostics, which facilitates subsequent system calibration.

Expanding the system with other BMW headlight components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front lighting area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as headlights, control modules, or adjustment components, check the available parts in the BMW headlights category.

Additional knowledge and vehicle maintenance

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