BMW E81 E87 LCI E90 E92 Throttle Housing Assy 116i 316i Petrol N43 7561067

BMW E81 E87 LCI E90 E92 Throttle Housing Assy 116i 316i is a precision intake system component responsible for controlling the amount of air supplied to the petrol engine. A properly selected, original throttle body ensures stable operation of the N43 unit, correct throttle response, and predictable vehicle behavior in daily use. This is a solution for users looking for a technically verified component with factory performance characteristics, tailored to specific BMW 1 and 3 Series models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7561067
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7561067
• Substitutable numbers: 13547561067, 7561067
• Fuel type: Petrol
• Category: Throttle Bodies

Purpose and function in the intake system

The throttle body in the N43 petrol engine is responsible for precise air metering, which has a direct impact on the air-fuel mixture, engine refinement, and fuel consumption. In BMW 1 Series E81/E87 LCI and 3 Series E90/E92 models with 116i and 316i units, this is a key component that works in conjunction with the engine control electronics.

A functional item from the Throttle Bodies category helps reduce typical signs of wear, such as unstable idle speed, power drops, or delayed throttle response. A properly selected throttle body allows for maintaining the smoothness of acceleration characteristic of BMW and predictable vehicle behavior across the entire rev range.

Benefits of using an original BMW throttle body

Using an original throttle body dedicated to the N43 petrol engine in BMW E81, E87 LCI, E90, and E92 provides a number of practical benefits:

• maintaining factory engine performance characteristics in terms of throttle response,
• better compatibility with the stock engine control unit and sensors,
• reduced risk of diagnostic errors resulting from unsuitable aftermarket replacements,
• more stable operation at idle and during acceleration,
• easier adaptation in the ECU due to parameter compliance.

For users who want to restore the proper operation of the intake system, choosing such a component is a more predictable solution than installing random replacements. Proper compatibility with the petrol engine translates into fewer returns to the workshop and stable vehicle operation.

Installation and operational characteristics

The throttle body designed for N43 units in BMW 1 and 3 Series has been engineered as a component that works with the factory intake manifold and the stock wiring harness. As a result, installation in most cases comes down to a standard replacement in place of the factory part, without the need for mechanical modifications.

With proper installation and adaptation in the engine control unit, the user can count on:

• more predictable throttle behavior during load changes,
• correct cooperation with traction and stability control systems,
• maintenance of proper operating parameters across the entire temperature range.

This solution is particularly recommended for repairs where the goal is to restore the factory performance parameters of the engine, without software modifications or interference with the intake system design.

Product condition and use in service practice

The offered throttle body is a pre-owned component, which allows for economical repair while maintaining the original design. Such components are frequently chosen by workshops specializing in the BMW brand when the priority is to combine reasonable costs with maintaining the factory-specific engine performance.

In service practice, such a throttle body will prove useful both for a typical replacement of a worn-out part and for larger works within the petrol engine supply system, where it is necessary to restore the correct cooperation of all components.

Expanding the BMW intake system – related components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as throttle housings, control elements, or additional modules working with the intake, check the available parts in the BMW Throttle Bodies category.

For those interested in a broader perspective on the importance of original components in maintaining the brand's character and driving properties, a valuable addition to your knowledge may be an article describing the role of used parts in maintaining the manufacturer's DNA – you can find it here: Audi and emotions in their purest form – how used parts help maintain the brand's DNA.