BMW 7 Series E65 E66 System Latch Rear Right Door Lock O/S Catch 7169240

BMW E65 E66 Rear Right Door Lock 7169240 is an original part from the Locks and Latches group, designed for installation in the rear right door of BMW 7 Series E65/E66 sedans. The precise design of the lock ensures proper cooperation with the handle mechanism, central locking, and body electronics, resulting in secure and stable door closing. This solution is dedicated to users who expect factory fitment and predictable mechanism operation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7169240
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7169240
• Substitutable numbers: 51227202128, 7202128, 51227169240, 7169240, 51227028910, 7028910, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Exterior Locks & Lock Hardware

Purpose and Fitment for BMW E65/E66

The presented lock has been specifically designed for the rear right side of the body, thus maintaining correct mounting geometry and compatibility with factory wiring and door linkages. Its placement on the vehicle in the rear right door area allows for seamless integration with the existing central locking system and passenger safety system.

The original BMW Brand guarantees compliance with the vehicle manufacturer's requirements regarding latching force, pawl operation, and cooperation with comfort modules. This ensures the lock maintains proper performance parameters, minimizing the risk of door closing issues, door popping, or incorrect central locking operation.

Construction and Function of the Rear Right Door Lock

The element belongs to the Locks and Latches group, responsible for the mechanical locking of the door leaf to the body pillar. Inside the housing, there is a set of pawls, levers, and guides cooperating with the external and internal door handle linkages and the locking actuator. This design enables:

• stable holding of the door in the closed position while driving,
• correct transfer of handle movement to the opening mechanism,
• consistent cooperation with the central locking and latching function,
• monitoring of the door's closed status by onboard systems.

Thanks to its factory design, the lock maintains appropriate rigidity and resistance to operational loads, which is particularly important for the heavier doors of a premium sedan.

Performance Characteristics and Benefits of Use

As a BMW OE part, the lock ensures predictable behavior in daily operation, without the need for adaptation or modification of mountings. In practice, this means:

• easier installation in place of the factory lock,
• preservation of original handle and latch operation,
• correct cooperation with body electronics,
• consistent operation with other locks in the vehicle.

The product has an assigned OEM part number and a set of interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with specific vehicle configurations and model years. This allows for precise selection of the lock for your BMW 7 Series, reducing the risk of an incorrect purchase.

Condition, Origin, and Service Application

The offered door lock belongs to the group of used parts, making it an attractive cost alternative to new components while maintaining the factory design. This type of part is particularly suitable for situations where:

• the original lock has suffered mechanical wear or damage,
• there are problems with closing or latching the rear right door,
• replacement is necessary after a collision or bodywork intervention.

Using an original lock from the same vehicle generation helps maintain the technical consistency of the entire locking system, which is important for both safety and user comfort.

Locking System Expansion and Additional Materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door and lock area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as latch mechanisms, lock cylinders, or additional mounting elements, check the available parts in the BMW Locks and Latches category.

For users interested in the broader context of operating all-wheel-drive vehicles and selecting used drivetrain components, the guide article xDrive, 4Matic, quattro or 4Motion – comparison of AWD drives from BMW, Mercedes, Audi and VW may be helpful, discussing, among other things, when it is worth reaching for used parts in mechanical systems.