1992-1999 BMW 3 Series Accelerator Pedal

Also known as

Accelerator Pedal

Gas Pedal

Throttle Pedal

Accelerator Pad

Floor Pedal Assembly

What this part does

The accelerator pedal provides the physical input for engine throttle control, translating foot pressure into cable movement. In the BMW E36 chassis, this is a mechanical pedal assembly that mounts directly to the floor pan via a plastic living hinge, connecting to a traditional throttle cable rather than a modern drive-by-wire electronic sensor. When the plastic base degrades from age, heat, or winter moisture, the hinge often cracks, causing the pedal to snap completely off the floor or bind awkwardly during acceleration.

Fits these vehicles

OEM and interchange numbers

35411158855

35-41-1-158-855

Before you order

• Inspect the metal mounting studs on the floor pan of your vehicle before ordering. These studs frequently rust away, and if they are missing or severely corroded, this replacement accelerator pedal will not snap into place securely.
• This listing is for the floor-mounted plastic pedal pad and base hinge only. It does not include the metal throttle linkage arm behind it, the kickdown switch (for automatic transmissions), or the throttle cable.
• If your current pedal feels stiff or binds, verify that the throttle body return spring and the cable itself are moving freely before replacing the pedal assembly.