{"product_id":"front-strut-mounting-for-bmw-e36-z4-e85-map-100962","title":"Front Strut Mounting for BMW E36 \u0026 Z4 E85 - MAP-100962","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment \u0026amp; Part Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThis front strut mounting (MAP-100962) is listed for the BMW 3 Series E36 and BMW Z4 E85, OE reference 31331092885. Confirm compatibility by matching the listed fitment details, OEM reference number, and VIN\/chassis information where variants exist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cdl style=\"display:grid; grid-template-columns: 140px 1fr; gap: 6px 12px; margin:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e    \u003cdt style=\"font-weight:600; margin:0;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e    \u003cdd style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eMAP-100962\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    \u003cdt style=\"font-weight:600; margin:0;\"\u003eComponent\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e    \u003cdd style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eStrut Mounting\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    \u003cdt style=\"font-weight:600; margin:0;\"\u003ePosition\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e    \u003cdd style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eFront\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    \u003cdt style=\"font-weight:600; margin:0;\"\u003eOEM Reference\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e    \u003cdd style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eBMW 31331092885\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    \u003cdt style=\"font-weight:600; margin:0;\"\u003ePrimary Fitment\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e    \u003cdd style=\"margin:0;\"\u003eBMW 3 Series E36, BMW Z4 E85\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e    \u003cli\u003eOEM reference number listed for cross-checking before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e    \u003cli\u003eCovers both BMW E36 and Z4 E85 front strut mounting applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto; margin:0 0 24px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e    \u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; font-size:14px; line-height:1.45;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e      \u003cthead\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e        \u003ctr style=\"background-color:#1a1a2e; color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e          \u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:5px 8px; text-align:left; border:1px solid #ddd; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e          \u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:5px 8px; text-align:left; border:1px solid #ddd; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e          \u003cth scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:5px 8px; text-align:left; border:1px solid #ddd; vertical-align:top;\"\u003eChassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e      \u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e        \u003ctr style=\"background-color:#f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e          \u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 8px; border:1px solid #ddd; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e          \u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 8px; border:1px solid #ddd; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e3 Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e          \u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 8px; border:1px solid #ddd; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eE36\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e        \u003ctr style=\"background-color:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e          \u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 8px; border:1px solid #ddd; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e          \u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 8px; border:1px solid #ddd; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eZ4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e          \u003ctd style=\"padding:4px 8px; border:1px solid #ddd; vertical-align:top; overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003eE85\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e    \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eFitment Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e    \u003cli\u003eAlways match OEM reference number and vehicle details before ordering. Confirm exact fitment using VIN or chassis number if multiple variants exist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eInstallation \/ Use \/ Maintenance Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e    \u003cli\u003eCompare the new strut mounting to the removed unit before fitting to confirm mounting holes, stud positions, and bearing profile match.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e    \u003cli\u003eReplace strut mountings in pairs (left and right on the same axle) for balanced handling and ride quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e    \u003cli\u003eInspect related components — bump stops, dust covers, spring seats, and bearings — and replace any worn items at the same time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e    \u003cli\u003eTighten the centre nut and mounting fasteners to the manufacturer's torque specification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e    \u003cli\u003eCheck wheel alignment after installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this front strut mounting fit my BMW E36 or Z4?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    This part (MAP-100962) is listed for the fitments shown on this page. Confirm by matching the fitment details and OEM reference number, and verify VIN\/chassis information where variants exist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat OEM part number does this cross-reference?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e    This strut mounting cross-references BMW OE 31331092885.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MAP Pro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51518615912763,"sku":"MAP-100962","price":611.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/3480\/8379\/files\/front-strut-mounting-bmw-e36-z4-e85-401018-1.webp?v=1785457070","url":"https:\/\/gunmansa.co.za\/ja\/products\/front-strut-mounting-for-bmw-e36-z4-e85-map-100962","provider":"GUNMANSA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}