BMW E90 LCI Lateral Trim Panel Cover Rear Right O/S Seat Black Leather

BMW E90 LCI Lateral Trim Panel Cover Rear Right O/S Seat Black Leather is a precisely fitted rear seat trim component, designed for installation on the right side of facelifted BMW 3 Series models. This lateral seat cover, featuring a black finish, allows you to restore the cohesive look of the interior while maintaining the factory ergonomics of the rear cabin. By retaining the original mounting geometry, it serves as a practical solution when replacing a damaged or missing upholstery element.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7246530
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7246530
• Substitutable numbers: 52207246530, 7246530, 52207213604, 7213604, 7149670
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Upholstery material: Fabric
• Color: Black
• Category: Door Panels

Purpose and fitment for BMW E90 LCI

The cover has been designed specifically for the rear right seat of the facelifted BMW E90, ensuring proper alignment with the seat cushion, backrest, and adjacent trim components. The construction corresponds to the manufacturer's factory specifications, ensuring compatibility with the original mounting points and the upholstery side line.

Such a fit reduces the risk of unwanted looseness, squeaking, or protruding parts, and the installation process is orderly and predictable. This is particularly important for interior repairs, where both aesthetics and structural stability are essential.

Material, color, and finish characteristics

The presented lateral seat cover belongs to a group of upholstery elements made of textile material, which is consistent with the factory standards of many BMW E90 LCI interior configurations. The material structure promotes a uniform appearance of the side of the seat and facilitates integration with other upholstery panels.

The black color finish allows for harmonious integration with most 3 Series interior configurations dominated by dark tones. This color choice helps minimize the visibility of minor operational dirt and provides a neutral, technical character to the cabin, in line with BMW's design language.

Role in upholstery structure and interior ergonomics

The lateral seat cover plays an important role in organizing the space at the edge of the rear seat. It closes the side zone of the seat, masking structural elements and creating a cohesive upholstery surface. As a result, the interior gains an orderly, factory-fresh look, and rear seat passengers do not come into contact with raw structural parts.

This element also helps protect the side of the seat from accidental scuffs during entry and exit, which in the long run reduces wear on other upholstery components. Replacing a worn or damaged cover with a functional part helps restore the comfort of the rear cabin and improve the overall aesthetics of the interior.

Condition, origin, and service application

The cover comes from a group of original BMW parts and is offered as a used component, which is a cost-effective solution for vehicle interior service when the priority is to maintain the factory character at reasonable repair costs. This type of component is particularly useful for:

• local repairs following mechanical damage to the side of the seat,
• replacing missing elements after previous disassembly,
• interior restoration while maintaining original BMW specifications.

Using an original lateral seat cover helps avoid problems typical of universal aftermarket replacements, such as poor fitment or differences in material shade.

BMW door upholstery – expansion and interior completion

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the interior side zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as side panels, upholstery inserts, or additional covers, check out the available parts in the BMW door upholstery category.

Additional technical support

When working on the interior, service tasks in other areas of the vehicle, such as the chassis, are often performed in parallel. If you want to expand your knowledge about suspension components and their impact on safety and driving comfort, it is worth checking out the guide Suspension system – a comprehensive guide to shock absorbers, control arms, and stabilizers, which helps in better planning the scope of service work on your car.