BMW E60 E87 E90 O/S Right Front Door Latch Actuator Catch 7202144

BMW E60 E87 E90 Front Right Door Lock 7202144 is an original part from the Doors and Door Panels category, designed for installation on the front right door. It ensures the proper operation of the locking mechanism, providing secure closure and stable guidance of the door leaf within the BMW body.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-7202144
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7202144
• Substitutable numbers: 51217202144, 7202144, 51217059968, 7059968, 51217154620, 7154620, 51214389472, 4389472, 51217167066, 7167066, 51217154622, 7154622, 7167072, 51217167072, 51217036168, 7036168, 4331970, 51217229456, 7229456, 7229464, 51217229464
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Intended Use and BMW Fitment

The presented door lock has been specifically designed for BMW E60, E87, and E90 series models, taking into account the manufacturer's structural requirements. The vehicle placement specified as front – right side allows for unambiguous identification of the installation position and reduces the risk of errors when selecting parts.

Thanks to the use of a solution compliant with factory BMW standards, the lock works with original linkages, handles, and vehicle wiring, which facilitates installation and subsequent operation. This is particularly important for maintaining the consistency of the central locking system and comfort systems.

Technical Characteristics of the Door Lock

As a component from the Doors and Door Panels group, the lock is responsible for the mechanical locking of the door leaf and transmitting forces from the external and internal handles. The design intended for the front right door ensures:

• stable holding of the door in the closed position,
• operation with the factory opening mechanism from the inside and outside,
• correct response to signals from the central locking system,
• proper fit with the door panel and body pillar.

The solution based on the original BMW design allows for maintaining the correct closing geometry, which reduces excessive stress on hinges and seals and contributes to maintaining acoustic comfort inside the vehicle.

Benefits of Using an Original BMW Lock

Using a lock dedicated to specific BMW models translates into a number of practical advantages in the daily use of the vehicle:

• Factory Fitment – no need for bodywork modifications or mounting adaptations.
• Consistent Operation with Vehicle Electronics – compatibility with the central locking system and comfort systems designed for the specific model.
• Predictable Closing Characteristics – doors close in a predictable manner, without excessive play or excessive clamping force.
• Hassle-Free Service Installation – mechanics familiar with BMW construction can efficiently perform the replacement, using standard procedures.

Condition and Service Application

This part comes from the BMW offering and is intended as a service part for repairing or replacing a damaged lock in the front right door. It is suitable for both typical locking mechanism failures and problems with proper door leaf closure resulting from wear of the original component.

Selecting a lock with the correct vehicle placement facilitates restoring proper door operation without interfering with the body structure, which is important from the perspective of durability and operational safety.

BMW Doors and Door Panels – Selecting the Right Components

If you also need other components from the Doors and Door Panels category for your BMW, it is worth selecting them based on the same philosophy – compliance with the manufacturer's body construction and comfort systems. Check our offer, where you will find dedicated BMW Doors and Door Panels, tailored to various series and body styles.

For drivers interested in a broader context of using original components in premium cars, we also recommend an article describing how appropriately selected parts influence the vehicle's character – you can find more information in the material on the role of used parts in preserving Audi's brand DNA.