BMW 5 Series E61 Touring Rear Left Door N/S Window Frame Cover Trim 7044177

BMW 5 Series E61 Touring Rear Left Door N/S Window Frame Cover Trim is an original body component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for installation in the rear left section of the vehicle. It provides proper finishing for the window edge, stabilizes its guidance, and helps maintain the appropriate tightness and aesthetics of the side body area in your BMW.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7044177
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 51357044177
• Substitutable numbers: 51357044177, 7044177
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and function of the component

The rear left door window frame cover is responsible for the technical and visual closure of the door structure. This component:

• stabilizes the area where the window meets the door frame,
• limits the ingress of contaminants into the guide rail area,
• supports proper sealing of the contact zone between the window and the seals,
• aligns the side body line, improving the visual consistency of the entire bodywork.

Thanks to the precise fit for the specific BMW model, the installation of the cover does not require structural modifications, and the geometry of the window frame remains consistent with factory specifications.

Compatibility and fitment for BMW

The presented cover has been designed specifically for the rear left side of the body, which guarantees precise fitment with the door and other side body components. Proper profiling allows for maintaining:

• the correct geometry of the window frame in the rear door,
• proper window guidance in the upper and side range of operation,
• consistency of the body line with other door and pillar elements.

The original origin from the BMW brand means compliance with factory manufacturing standards and compatibility with factory mounting points.

Performance characteristics and installation

The rear left door window frame cover is a structural and finishing element that affects both user comfort and the durability of the entire door assembly. A correctly selected part:

• reduces the risk of excessive window play in the guides,
• helps maintain even pressure of the window against the seals,
• reduces the susceptibility of the frame zone to corrosion resulting from the accumulation of moisture and dirt.

The element from the Doors and door panels category is intended for installation in place of the factory cover, which facilitates service work and shortens the repair time of the side body section.

Product condition and service application

The offered cover is a used part, which makes it a reasonable choice for accident repairs, replacing damaged door elements, or restoring the full functionality of the side body zone without the need to reach for more expensive, new components. It is particularly useful in situations where:

• the original window frame cover has been mechanically damaged,
• there are problems with closing the window in the rear left door,
• replacement of the element is necessary after body and paint work.

By maintaining the factory geometry, the cover allows for restoring the correct operation of the window mechanism and the aesthetic appearance of the side part of the vehicle.

Expanding repairs within BMW doors

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as door skins, reinforcements, or additional frame elements, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

If you are interested in a broader context of using used body and mechanical components in premium class cars, it is worth reading the practical tips described in the article Audi with second-hand parts – tuning and repairs without loss of quality, which shows how to effectively use second-hand components while maintaining high operational quality.