Parking Sensor BMW E87 E90 E91 Mini R55 R60 PDC 9196705 Black Sapphire 475 SET

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Parking Sensor BMW E87 E90 E91 Mini R55 R60 Black Sapphire 475 SET is an original component from the Parking sensors group, designed for installation in the rear area of the vehicle body. Finished in Black Sapphire Metallic, it ensures visual consistency with the body paint while restoring full functionality to the factory parking system in selected BMW and Mini models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9196705-BS1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9196705
• Substitutable numbers: 66209196705, 9196705, 66206934308, 6934308
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black Sapphire Metallic - 475
• Category: Parking Sensors

Purpose and function of the PDC sensor

The presented PDC sensor is dedicated to operation in the rear part of the vehicle, where it is responsible for precise obstacle detection during maneuvering. The component works with the factory parking assistance system, sending feedback to the controller, which is then processed into acoustic or visual signals in the cabin. As a result, the driver receives clear information about the distance to an obstacle, which reduces the risk of damage to the bumper and body components.

Color and visual fit

The sensor is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic – 475, which allows for an aesthetic match to the factory body paint in this shade. This color selection minimizes the visibility of the component in the bumper, ensuring that the car's consistent stylistic line is maintained. This solution is particularly beneficial when replacing a single sensor in an already painted bumper, where both functionality and appearance are important.

Benefits of using an original parking sensor

Using an original PDC sensor in BMW and Mini vehicles ensures:

• proper cooperation with the existing electrical installation and parking system controller,
• maintenance of factory parameters for sensitivity and obstacle detection range,
• stable operation under typical operating conditions (city maneuvers, reversing),
• consistent bumper appearance thanks to the color match to the Black Sapphire Metallic paint.

The element from this group is particularly useful for repairs after minor parking collisions or when replacing a damaged sensor, where maintaining the factory standard of the PDC system operation is a priority.

Installation characteristics

The sensor has been designed as a component intended for installation in the rear part of the vehicle, in the factory bumper socket. The housing design is adapted to standard mounts, which facilitates seating the element in the existing opening without the need for modifications. When correctly selected for the car model, installation is limited to mechanical attachment and connection to the wiring harness, which shortens service time and reduces the risk of installation errors.

Why consider a used PDC sensor

In the case of body electronics, such as parking sensors, choosing a verified used component allows you to optimize repair costs while maintaining factory specifications. An original PDC sensor from disassembly is already verified for compatibility with a given generation of the system, which reduces the risk of communication problems in the vehicle's bus. For users who want to better understand when used electronics are a reasonable choice and how to safely select such components, the article The second life of electronics – when is it worth choosing used engine controllers, comfort modules, and parking sensors? will be helpful.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the parking zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional sensors, mounting elements, or compatible control modules, check the available parts in the BMW parking sensors category.