BMW X3 E83 Door Check Strap Gasket Seal Rear Right O/S 3402736

BMW X3 E83 Door Check Strap Gasket Seal Rear Right O/S is a precision-fitted body component responsible for the tight and stable seating of the door check strap. Thanks to a design compliant with BMW factory standards, it ensures proper operation of the rear right door and reduces the transmission of vibrations and noise into the vehicle interior. It is a practical solution for users who want to maintain proper door functionality and the aesthetics of the side body section.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 3452822-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3452822
• Substitutable numbers: 3452822, 51223452822, 3402736, 51223402736
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Door Seals

Purpose and function in the BMW X3 E83

The presented gasket from the Door seals group has been designed for installation in the rear right body area of the BMW X3 E83. Its task is to separate the metal elements of the check strap from the door panel and pillar, which helps to:

• reduce point loads and friction at the check strap mounting point,
• limit the transmission of vibrations when opening and closing the door,
• maintain a stable position of the check strap relative to the body structure,
• preserve a consistent appearance of the door edge and mounting area.

The element is dedicated to a specific location on the vehicle, which facilitates selection and installation without the need for modifications.

Construction and body fitment

The rear right door check strap gasket is manufactured as a molded part that accurately reproduces the geometry of the factory check strap socket in the BMW X3 E83. As a result, it:

• adheres to the mounting surfaces evenly,
• ensures the correct thickness of the insulating layer between the check strap and the metal panel,
• facilitates the correct positioning of the mounting bolts,
• minimizes the risk of play developing during operation.

Such fitment promotes the maintenance of consistent operation of the door opening mechanism and reduces unwanted noises resulting from the operation of the check strap.

Benefits of using an original BMW gasket

Using an original gasket in the rear right door area of the BMW X3 E83 allows for the preservation of parameters specified by the vehicle manufacturer. In practice, this means:

• maintaining the factory geometry of the check strap mounting,
• more predictable door behavior at various opening angles,
• reducing the risk of accelerated corrosion at the point of contact between elements,
• easier inspection and potential replacement of the check strap in the future.

For users who care about the technical side of vehicle maintenance, this is a practical way to maintain the proper operation of the rear right door without interfering with the body structure.

Characteristics of the used part

The offered gasket is a used part, sourced from dismantling, which allows for maintaining compliance with the original BMW standard while optimizing costs. This type of part is particularly useful in situations where:

• the factory gasket has been damaged or worn out as a result of operation,
• a repair is being carried out after a collision in the rear right part of the body,
• it is necessary to restore the proper operation of the door check strap after bodywork intervention.

Choosing an original, used component allows for maintaining material and structural consistency with other door elements.

Related BMW Door seals

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as edge seals, sealing inserts, or additional protective profiles, check the available parts in the BMW Door seals category.

For those interested in a broader context of using original components in vehicles of different generations, an article comparing design solutions and the importance of OEM parts may be helpful – you can find it here: Classic Mini vs modern MINI – differences and OEM parts.