BMW E90 F20 Door Handle Cover Cap Lock Barrel Front Right O/S Monacoblau - A35

BMW E90 F20 Door Handle Cover Cap Lock Barrel Front Right O/S Monacoblau - A35 is an original body component designed for BMW E90 and F20 series models. The part belongs to the Door handles group and serves as a precisely fitted cover for the exterior door handle on the driver or passenger side, depending on the market, ensuring a consistent appearance and proper operation of the lock mechanism.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-7162438-MB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7162438
• Substitutable numbers: 51217162438, 7162438, 51217162444, 7162444
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Monacoblau Metallic - A35
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and compatibility for BMW E90 / F20

The presented lock barrel cover is a component dedicated to the front right door in selected BMW 3 Series E90 and 1 Series F20 models. The vehicle placement specified as front – right side ensures a proper fit with the factory handle and correct positioning relative to the door panel. As a result, the factory body line geometry is maintained, and installation does not require any interference with the door structure.

Color and finish Monacoblau Metallic A35

The element is finished in the original Monacoblau Metallic A35 paint, characteristic of selected BMW color configurations. The metallic coating ensures consistency with the factory body paint, which allows for avoiding additional painting when replacing a damaged cover. The selected finish improves the aesthetics of the side of the vehicle and minimizes the visibility of potential shade differences compared to the rest of the bodywork.

Technical function in the door handle assembly

The lock barrel cover is an integral part of the door handle assembly, responsible for:

• protecting the lock barrel mechanism from external factors,
• stable closure of the space between the handle and the door panel,
• maintaining the factory rigidity and geometry of the outer part of the handle,
• aesthetic finishing of the lock zone on the front right side. By using an original component from the Door handles group, compatibility with the factory lock mechanism and proper operation of the handle during daily use are maintained.

Characteristics of the used part

The offered cover is a used element, sourced from the dismantling of an original BMW vehicle. This type of component ensures the preservation of factory fitment and geometry parameters, which is particularly important for exterior body elements. A used part allows for an economical repair while maintaining the original appearance and construction of the door.

Application in repairs and upgrades

The lock barrel cover in Monacoblau Metallic A35 is suitable both for local repair of a damaged handle and for comprehensive renovation of the side of the body. Replacing the cover itself is a beneficial solution in situations where the handle mechanism remains functional and only the outer cover element has been damaged. 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 exterior handles, lock barrel covers, or additional handle trims, check the available parts in the BMW Door handles category. To better plan your purchases and efficiently complete all necessary body and equipment elements, it is worth checking out the guide describing the advantages of purchasing original used parts in one place – details can be found in the article Comprehensive supply: from the engine to the smallest clip – how to complete used car parts in one place?.