BMW 3 SERIES E90/E91/E92/E93 2008 RIGHT FRONT SEAT BELT STALK 33044477F

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Genuine BMW 3 Series E90 E91 E92 E93 Front Right Seat Belt Stalk Buckle Pretensioner – 33044477F – 2008

Genuine BMW used front right seat belt buckle / stalk with integrated pretensioner, suitable for selected BMW 3 Series E90, E91, E92 and E93 models.

This unit is fitted beside the front seat and provides the seat belt buckle locking point while also forming part of the vehicle’s SRS / supplementary restraint system.

Part Number / Marking: 33044477F

Additional Reference: 9119542

Related Reference: 33040941D

Manufacturer: TRW

Part Type: Seat Belt Stalk / Buckle / Pretensioner

Position: Front Right

Vehicle Side: Right Hand Side

Application: Front Seat

Donor Year: 2008

Condition: Used Genuine/OEM BMW Part

COMPATIBILITY

The 33044477F front right seat belt pretensioner/buckle is documented across selected BMW 3 Series E9x applications.

BMW 3 Series E90 – Saloon

• Selected 2008-onwards applications

• Front right seat position

• Petrol and diesel models depending on specification

BMW 3 Series E91 – Touring / Estate

• Selected 2008-onwards applications

• Confirmed on a 2008 E91 325i donor vehicle

• Front right seat position

BMW 3 Series E92 – Coupé

• Selected 2008-onwards applications

• Front right seat position

BMW 3 Series E93 – Convertible

• Selected applications with matching restraint-system specification and connector configuration

The 33044477F reference is also documented on selected BMW 1 Series E81/E82/E87 LCI/E88 applications, demonstrating that the unit was used across more than one BMW E-generation platform. (Krik.bg)

IMPORTANT: Seat belt restraint components can vary according to production date, seat specification, restraint-system configuration and vehicle equipment. Always compare the original part and electrical connector before ordering.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

This component combines the seat belt buckle / stalk with the associated pretensioner mechanism.

Its functions include:

• Providing the locking point for the front seat belt tongue

• Securing the occupant’s seat belt during normal use

• Providing seat-belt buckle status information where applicable

• Integrating with the vehicle’s SRS restraint system

• Working alongside the vehicle’s airbags and other restraint components

• Pretensioning the restraint system during a qualifying collision event

The unit is manufactured by TRW, an OEM supplier of automotive restraint and safety components.

SEAT BELT / SRS SYSTEM INFORMATION

The seat belt pretensioner forms part of the vehicle’s Supplementary Restraint System (SRS).

During a qualifying collision, the restraint system can activate the pretensioner to rapidly reduce slack in the seat belt and help position the occupant correctly against the seat.

Because this is a safety-related component, correct identification and installation are essential.

COMMON SYMPTOMS / REASONS FOR REPLACEMENT

Replacement may be required due to:

• Seat belt buckle not latching correctly

• Seat belt difficult to insert or release

• Damaged buckle / stalk

• SRS / airbag warning light

• Pretensioner-related diagnostic fault

• Damaged electrical connector or wiring

• Buckle switch malfunction

• Physical damage during seat removal

• Replacement following interior refurbishment

• Existing unit previously deployed

IMPORTANT DIAGNOSTIC / SAFETY INFORMATION

This component forms part of the vehicle’s SRS safety system.

Before replacement, diagnostic checks should be performed where an airbag/SRS warning light is present.

Check:

• Seat belt buckle electrical connector

• Wiring underneath the seat

• SRS connectors

• Seat wiring loom

• Relevant SRS fault codes

• Physical condition of the pretensioner

• Evidence of previous deployment

A deployed seat belt pretensioner should not be reused.

An SRS warning light can also be caused by wiring, connectors, seat occupancy components or other restraint-system faults, so diagnosis is recommended before replacing parts.

INSTALLATION

Installation involves removal/disconnection of a safety-critical SRS component.

The vehicle battery should be disconnected and the correct BMW safety procedure followed before disconnecting any airbag or pretensioner electrical connectors.

The mounting bolt should be installed and tightened according to the appropriate BMW workshop specification.

Professional installation is strongly recommended.

PROGRAMMING / CODING

Coding Required: Normally No

Programming Required: Normally No

A correct like-for-like replacement seat belt stalk / pretensioner generally does not require coding.

However, if the vehicle has stored an SRS / airbag fault code, diagnostic equipment may be required after repair to check and clear the fault once the underlying problem has been resolved.

IMPORTANT COMPATIBILITY NOTE

Please compare the following reference:

33044477F

Additional numbers that may be associated with compatible units include:

9119542

33040941D

Other listings also associate 33037877G / 7126296 with 33044477F-type front-right buckle applications. (OVOKO)

Before ordering, compare:

• Part number / identification markings

• Front right position

• Electrical connector

• Connector pin configuration

• Mounting point

• Buckle/stalk design

• Vehicle production date

• Listing photographs

Do not rely solely on E90/E91/E92/E93 model identification, as BMW restraint-system components can differ according to production date and vehicle specification.

CONDITION

Used Genuine/OEM BMW Part.

Normal cosmetic marks and signs of previous installation may be present.

Please inspect all listing photographs carefully for the exact condition, electrical connector, identification numbers and components included in the sale.

As this is a safety-related restraint component, compatibility and condition should be carefully checked before installation.

Ideal genuine/OEM replacement front right seat belt stalk / buckle pretensioner for a compatible BMW 3 Series E90, E91, E92 or E93.