BMW E81 E87 E60 E90 F10 F20 F30 System Latch Front Right Door Lock Catch O/S

The BMW E81 E87 E60 E90 F10 F20 F30 System Latch Front Right Door Lock Catch O/S is a factory-spec locking mechanism component designed for the E81, E87, E60, E90, F10, F20, and F30 series models. This BMW E81 E87 E60 E90 F10 F20 F30 System Latch Front Right Door Lock Catch O/S ensures proper closing, locking, and unlocking of the passenger-side door, maintaining full compatibility with the original BMW body construction. Thanks to its original design, it is a particularly beneficial solution for repairs following a collision or lock mechanism failure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: lhd-7059974
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7154630
• Substitutable numbers: 51227202148, 7202148, 51224389476, 51227060296, 51227154630, 7154630, 7060296, 4389476, 51227167070, 51227167076, 51227036172, 7036172, 7167076, 7167070
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and compatibility

The presented lock is dedicated to the front right door in selected BMW E81, E87, E60, E90, F10, F20, and F30 series models. The latch system design has been engineered to work seamlessly with the factory external and internal handle mechanisms, linkages, and the vehicle's electrical installation, facilitating installation in place of the damaged component.

The original origin of the part ensures the maintenance of proper mounting geometry, the correct latch stroke, and proper cooperation with the central locking system and other passenger-side door components.

Construction and function of the latch system

The latch system in the front right door is responsible for several key operational functions:

• mechanical locking of the door in the closed position,
• cooperation with the central locking system and the lock cylinder (if present in the given model),
• transferring movement from the external and internal handle to the latch release mechanism,
• maintaining a stable door position relative to the body pillar.

Thanks to its fitment for the specific BMW body generation, the lock ensures proper door guidance, reduces play, and minimizes the risk of improper closing or accidental opening while driving.

Benefits of using an original BMW lock

Using a factory front right door lock in a BMW provides a number of practical service and operational benefits:

• Full compatibility with the door structure – mounting holes, attachment points, and latch geometry correspond to factory solutions.
• Stable cooperation with the existing installation – the lock is prepared to work with the original central locking system and interior controls.
• Simplified installation – no need for bodywork modifications or mounting adaptations, which shortens repair time.
• Consistency of the door mechanism operation – maintaining predictable resistance when opening and closing and proper latching of the door wing.

Application in repairs and diagnostics

This BMW E81 E87 E60 E90 F10 F20 F30 System Latch Front Right Door Lock Catch O/S will work particularly well in situations where symptoms such as problems with door closing, no response from the central locking on the passenger side, difficulties with opening from the inside or outside, as well as mechanical damage resulting from a collision or tampering with the lock occur.

Replacing the complete latch system is often a more predictable solution than repairing individual mechanism components, as it restores the factory operating characteristics of the door and eliminates the accumulation of wear in several sub-assemblies simultaneously.

Condition and origin

The offered element comes from the group of original BMW components and is classified as a used part. This means it retains the factory construction and fitment, while offering an attractive cost-to-functionality ratio compared to new locks from authorized service centers or non-original replacements.

Related categories and technical materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door and lock area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as locking mechanisms, central locking actuators, or additional modules related to door operation, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

For a comparison of technical solutions used in sports versions of other brands and a better understanding of the differences in the construction of drive and chassis systems, it is worth reading the article on our blog: Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?.