BMW Ground Strap / Earth Cable 12428648003

OEM Part #: 12-42-8-648-003 (12428648003)

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This genuine OEM Ground Strap / Earth Cable, sourced from salvage vehicles, ensures reliable electrical grounding for various BMW models including the 430i, 440i, 330i, and M240i (2016-2020). Installed at the rear of the engine bay, it connects the engine to the vehicle's chassis, forming a critical link in the electrical system that prevents voltage fluctuations. A worn or damaged ground strap can lead to issues such as starting problems, electrical gremlins, or intermittent electrical failures. Common alternative terms for this part include ground cable or chassis ground. Compatible OEM part numbers may include Bosch 8648003 among others. Replace this component to restore optimal functionality and ensure stable vehicle performance.

Specifications

Specifications for Ground Strap / Earth Cable 12428648003
Fits Vehicle Model330i, 330i GT xDrive, 330i xDrive, 340i, 340i GT xDrive, 340i xDrive, 430i, 430i Gran Coupe, 430i xDrive, 430i xDrive Gran Coupe, 440i, 440i Gran Coupe, 440i xDrive, 440i xDrive Gran Coupe, M240i, M240i xDrive
Fits Vehicle MakeBMW
OEM Part No12-42-8-648-003 (12428648003)
CategoryBattery / Charging / Starting

Compatible Vehicles

Fits 78 vehicle configurations across 1 make, 2016-2020.

Check your specific vehicle before ordering. This list shows year, make, and model. Some years have multiple trims or engines that use different parts, and individual listings may have additional fitment notes (e.g. “with sunroof only”). Review the full variant list below, or message us with your VIN and we’ll confirm the match.

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Full vehicle fitment list for Ground Strap / Earth Cable 12428648003
Year Make Model Trim Engine Note
2016 BMW 340i Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2016 BMW 340i xDrive Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2017 BMW 330i Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2017 BMW 330i GT xDrive Hatchback 2.0L l4 Turbo
2017 BMW 330i xDrive Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2017 BMW 330i xDrive Wagon 2.0L l4 Turbo
2017 BMW 340i Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2017 BMW 340i GT xDrive Hatchback 3.0L l6 Turbo
2017 BMW 340i xDrive Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2017 BMW 430i Convertible 2.0L l4 Turbo
2017 BMW 430i Coupe 2.0L l4 Turbo
2017 BMW 430i Gran Coupe Hatchback 2.0L l4 Turbo
2017 BMW 430i xDrive Convertible 2.0L l4 Turbo
2017 BMW 430i xDrive Coupe 2.0L l4 Turbo
2017 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe Hatchback 2.0L l4 Turbo
2017 BMW 440i Convertible 3.0L l6 Turbo
2017 BMW 440i Coupe 3.0L l6 Turbo
2017 BMW 440i Gran Coupe Hatchback 3.0L l6 Turbo
2017 BMW 440i xDrive Convertible 3.0L l6 Turbo
2017 BMW 440i xDrive Coupe 3.0L l6 Turbo
2017 BMW 440i xDrive Gran Coupe Hatchback 3.0L l6 Turbo
2017 BMW M240i Convertible 3.0L l6 Turbo
2017 BMW M240i Coupe 3.0L l6 Turbo
2017 BMW M240i xDrive Convertible 3.0L l6 Turbo
2017 BMW M240i xDrive Coupe 3.0L l6 Turbo
2018 BMW 330i Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2018 BMW 330i GT xDrive Hatchback 2.0L l4 Turbo
2018 BMW 330i xDrive Sedan 2.0L l4 Turbo
2018 BMW 330i xDrive Wagon 2.0L l4 Turbo
2018 BMW 340i Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2018 BMW 340i GT xDrive Hatchback 3.0L l6 Turbo
2018 BMW 340i xDrive Sedan 3.0L l6 Turbo
2018 BMW 430i Convertible 2.0L l4 Turbo
2018 BMW 430i Coupe 2.0L l4 Turbo
2018 BMW 430i Gran Coupe Hatchback 2.0L l4 Turbo
2018 BMW 430i xDrive Convertible 2.0L l4 Turbo
2018 BMW 430i xDrive Coupe 2.0L l4 Turbo
2018 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe Hatchback 2.0L l4 Turbo
2018 BMW 440i Convertible 3.0L l6 Turbo
2018 BMW 440i Coupe 3.0L l6 Turbo
2018 BMW 440i Gran Coupe Hatchback 3.0L l6 Turbo
2018 BMW 440i xDrive Convertible 3.0L l6 Turbo
2018 BMW 440i xDrive Coupe 3.0L l6 Turbo
2018 BMW 440i xDrive Gran Coupe Hatchback 3.0L l6 Turbo
2018 BMW M240i Convertible 3.0L l6 Turbo
2018 BMW M240i Coupe 3.0L l6 Turbo
2018 BMW M240i xDrive Convertible 3.0L l6 Turbo
2018 BMW M240i xDrive Coupe 3.0L l6 Turbo
2019 BMW 330i GT xDrive Hatchback 2.0L l4 Turbo
2019 BMW 340i GT xDrive Hatchback 3.0L l6 Turbo
2019 BMW 430i Convertible 2.0L l4 Turbo
2019 BMW 430i Coupe 2.0L l4 Turbo
2019 BMW 430i Gran Coupe Hatchback 2.0L l4 Turbo
2019 BMW 430i xDrive Convertible 2.0L l4 Turbo
2019 BMW 430i xDrive Coupe 2.0L l4 Turbo
2019 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe Hatchback 2.0L l4 Turbo
2019 BMW 440i Convertible 3.0L l6 Turbo
2019 BMW 440i Coupe 3.0L l6 Turbo
2019 BMW 440i Gran Coupe Hatchback 3.0L l6 Turbo
2019 BMW 440i xDrive Convertible 3.0L l6 Turbo
2019 BMW 440i xDrive Coupe 3.0L l6 Turbo
2019 BMW 440i xDrive Gran Coupe Hatchback 3.0L l6 Turbo
2019 BMW M240i Convertible 3.0L l6 Turbo
2019 BMW M240i Coupe 3.0L l6 Turbo
2019 BMW M240i xDrive Convertible 3.0L l6 Turbo
2019 BMW M240i xDrive Coupe 3.0L l6 Turbo
2020 BMW 430i Convertible 2.0L l4 Turbo
2020 BMW 430i Coupe 2.0L l4 Turbo
2020 BMW 430i Gran Coupe Hatchback 2.0L l4 Turbo
2020 BMW 430i xDrive Convertible 2.0L l4 Turbo
2020 BMW 430i xDrive Coupe 2.0L l4 Turbo
2020 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe Hatchback 2.0L l4 Turbo
2020 BMW 440i Convertible 3.0L l6 Turbo
2020 BMW 440i Coupe 3.0L l6 Turbo
2020 BMW 440i Gran Coupe Hatchback 3.0L l6 Turbo
2020 BMW 440i xDrive Convertible 3.0L l6 Turbo
2020 BMW 440i xDrive Coupe 3.0L l6 Turbo
2020 BMW 440i xDrive Gran Coupe Hatchback 3.0L l6 Turbo

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