Seat Belt Buckle BMW F06 F13 F33 Tensioner Lower Belt Front Left N/S 7261945

The BMW F06 F13 F33 Front Left Seat Belt Buckle Pretensioner is a component from the Seat Belts and Parts category, designed for installation in the front left position of a BMW vehicle. This solution is for users who want to restore the proper functioning of their car's safety system while maintaining the original mounting characteristics.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7261945
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7261945
• Substitutable numbers: 7261945, 72117261945, 7385711, 72117385711
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Category: Seat Belts & Parts

Purpose and Function of the Seat Belt Buckle Pretensioner

The presented BMW Front Left Seat Belt Buckle Pretensioner is responsible for the correct fastening of the seat belt buckle and its interaction with the vehicle's passive safety system. Its placement in the vehicle is at the front, on the driver's or passenger's side depending on the body version, allowing for precise adaptation to the factory seat and belt routing.

This component is essential for:

• stable fastening of the seat belt during daily vehicle operation,
• maintaining the correct belt position relative to the seat occupant,
• integration with the factory safety system designed for BMW F-series models.

Construction, Installation, and Fit for BMW

The buckle pretensioner has been specifically designed for BMW platforms designated as F06, F13, and F33, ensuring proper fit with the seat and center console structure. This allows for the maintenance of:

• correct belt routing geometry relative to the seat base and backrest,
• alignment with original mounting points in the body,
• compatibility with factory wiring harnesses responsible for seat belt fastening indication (if present in the specific vehicle configuration).

Its placement in the vehicle, specified as front, left side, facilitates the selection of the correct component when replacing a damaged or malfunctioning part in a specific cabin location.

Characteristics of the Used Component

The seat belt buckle pretensioner is offered as a used part, meaning it comes from a dismantled vehicle. This type of component allows for economical repair of the safety system while preserving the original BMW construction. In practice, this means:

• maintaining factory mounting specifications and belt routing,
• the possibility of replacing the component as part of post-accident repairs or after mechanical wear is identified,
• a favorable cost-to-functionality ratio compared to new components.

Application in BMW Service and Repairs

The Front Left Seat Belt Buckle Pretensioner finds its primary application in:

• post-accident repairs, where replacement of safety system components is necessary,
• routine maintenance, when incorrect operation of the buckle mechanism or seat belt fastening indication is detected,
• restoring full interior functionality after replacing seats or center console elements.

By retaining the original BMW construction, it is possible to maintain the cohesive operation of the safety system with other vehicle components.

BMW Seat Belts and Parts – Selecting the Right Components

If you also need other elements from the BMW seat belts and parts category, check out the BMW seat belts and parts available in our assortment to select complete solutions for your model.

Safety and Suspension – Knowledge for BMW Users

A functional passive safety system, including belt pretensioners and buckles, interacts with other vehicle components such as the suspension and braking system. For drivers interested in a broader perspective on how the chassis condition affects driving safety, we recommend the article Suspension System – A Comprehensive Guide to Shock Absorbers, Control Arms, and Stabilizers, which helps to better understand the relationships between suspension operation and vehicle control.