Genuine BMW part 32 31 1 161 644: Hex nut with plate. The number stamped on the part is 32311161644; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 1161644. You will find it on our Steering shelf, under Other Steering parts.
It fits the E36 sedan, coupe, convertible and touring (318i, 320i, 323i, 325i and 328i, 1992–1999), with the M40, M42, M43, M44, M50 or M52 engines — and the European-market versions.
BMW draws it on 3 diagrams, among them Vertically Adjustable Steering Column (32_0718) and Ski bag (72_0160). It weighs about 13 g (under 0.1 lb).
We have not had one on the shelf yet. Request it and we will tell you when one comes off a car.
