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OE part number 173888 is a Timing chain guide compatible with ALFA ROMEO, BMW and other makes. Available from 2 brands, priced from £15.99. Every cross-reference listed below matches the same OE specification used by the vehicle manufacturer.
Original installation position for OE 173888. The red ring marks where this part installs on the vehicle.

OEM workshop diagram — sourced from manufacturer parts catalogue.
OE 173888 is compatible with the following make/model combinations:
| Make | Models |
|---|---|
| OPEL | INSIGNIA A (G09), INSIGNIA A Saloon (G09), INSIGNIA A Sports Tourer (G09), VECTRA C (Z02) |
| BMW | 5 (E60), 5 Touring (E61) |
| CHEVROLET | HHR |
| VAUXHALL | INSIGNIA Mk I (A) Saloon (G09), INSIGNIA Mk I (A) Hatchback (G09), INSIGNIA Mk I (A) Sports Tourer (G09) |
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Products matched to OE number 173888.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Friction Lining Material | 6 |
| Material | 6 |
| Length [mm] | 290 |
| Length [mm] | 310 |
| Weight [g] | 460 |
| Weight [kg] | 0,01 |
| Weight [kg] | 0,012 |
| Weight [kg] | 0,025 |
| Weight [kg] | 0,033 |
| Weight [kg] | 0,042 |
Common original equipment numbers linked to stocked alternatives.
OE (Original Equipment) number 173888 is a manufacturer's reference code for Timing chain guide used to identify the exact specification of a part fitted during vehicle production. By cross-referencing this OE number, you can find 2 compatible aftermarket brands that match the same specification — often at a lower price than the original. All parts listed above are verified to match OE 173888.