Door Lock BMW i3 I01 System Latch Rear Right O/S Top Catch 7291034

BMW i3 Rear Right Door Latch Upper Lock is an original part from the Doors and Door Panels group, designed for the right rear part of the body. It ensures proper locking of the door leaf, stable closure, and safe cooperation with the factory opening mechanism in the BMW i3.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7291034
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7291034
• Substitutable numbers: 51227291034, 7291034, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and Function of the BMW i3 Rear Lock

The presented upper latch is dedicated for installation in the rear right part of the BMW i3 body, in the door area. It is responsible for the mechanical locking of the door leaf, cooperating with hinges, guides, and other structural door elements. By maintaining the factory geometry, it ensures proper positioning of the door leaf relative to the body, which reduces stress on the door panels and seals.

Construction and Fit to the Door System

The lock has been designed as a structural element of the BMW door system, with a properly selected mounting point and operating kinematics. Original origin from the BMW OE group means:

• compliance with factory mounting points in the rear right part of the body,
• cooperation with the standard door panel and body pillar,
• correct guidance of the lock bolt relative to the striker and hinges.

Such a fit reduces the risk of improper closing, rattling, or play at the junction of the door and the body, which is important for both acoustic comfort and the durability of the entire door module.

Benefits of Using an Original Rear Lock

Using an original rear lock in the BMW i3 translates into a number of practical operational benefits:

• Stable Locking – the maintained operating characteristics of the mechanism ensure repeatable door closing without excessive force.
• Compatibility with Factory Door System – no need for bodywork modifications or mounting adaptations.
• Consistency with Body Structure – proper alignment with elements from the Doors and Door Panels category, which facilitates gap adjustment and door setting.
• Possibility of using existing adjustment points in the body, without interfering with the car's structure.

Characteristics of a Used Part

The offered lock is a used part, sourced from disassembly, which allows for maintaining the original BMW specification while optimizing repair costs. In practice, this means preserving the factory construction and fit, while reducing expenses compared to purchasing a new component. For many BMW i3 users, this is a reasonable compromise between quality and service budget.

Expanding Door Area Repairs in BMW

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as panels, reinforcements, or additional structural elements, check the available parts in the BMW Doors and Door Panels category.

If you are considering whether it is better to opt for the refurbishment of existing components or the installation of used parts from disassembly in case of damage to the door and body, an article discussing the differences between these approaches may be helpful – Refurbished or Used Original – Which Part to Choose for Repair?.