This is a genuine BMW tilting captive nut, part number 07 14 0 150 279. The number stamped on the part is 07140150279; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 0150279. You will find it on our Supplies & Hardware shelf, under Group 14.
It fits every E46 body style (320i, 323i and 325i, 1999–2006), with the M52, M54 or M56 engines — and the European-market versions.
BMW draws it on 4 diagrams, among them Electric parts, airbag (65_0488) and Electric parts, airbag (65_0663). BMW's catalog calls for four of these at each place it is fitted. It weighs about 10 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.
