Lock Cover BMW E90 E91 Front Right O/S Handle Catch Cylinder Le Mans Blue - 381

Lock Cover BMW E90 E91 Front Right O/S Handle Catch Cylinder Le Mans Blue is an original body component from the Door handles category, designed for installation on the passenger side. Its precisely matched shape and factory finish in Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381 allow for an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct replacement without interfering with the door structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-0399172-LMB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0399172
• Substitutable numbers: 0399172, 51210399172, 0399170, 51210399170
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and function of the component

The presented lock cover is part of the external door handle designed for the front, right side of the vehicle. It is responsible for the aesthetic and functional finishing of the area where the lock cylinder or handle mechanism is located, while simultaneously protecting the cylinder from external factors.

This component is particularly important when:

• replacing a damaged or missing lock cover following a collision or vandalism,
• restoring the completeness of the factory door handle set,
• repairing the lock mechanism on the passenger side, when disassembly and reassembly of the cover is necessary.

Color and visual fit

The cover is finished in the factory color Le Mans Blau Metallic - 381, characteristic of many sporty and dynamic BMW configurations. This makes it possible to maintain a consistent stylistic line of the bodywork without the need for additional painting, provided that the other elements are in the same shade.

Choosing the right color is not only important for aesthetics but also affects the vehicle's value and the quality of the repair – especially in the case of cars serviced according to the manufacturer's standards.

Technical characteristics and installation

The lock cover is designed to work with the factory BMW door handle, which ensures proper alignment with the door panel line and stable seating on the mounts. The design is intended for installation in the front right door area, taking into account the space for the cylinder or handle mechanism.

In practice, this means:

• compatibility with the factory door handle mechanism on the passenger side,
• maintaining correct geometry relative to the door contours,
• possibility of installation within standard service procedures without structural modifications.

Condition and service application

The item comes from disassembly, which allows for maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications while reducing repair costs. This type of part is particularly useful in professional body and paint shops as well as workshops specializing in the BMW brand, where compliance with factory solutions and installation repeatability are essential.

Choosing an original lock cover from the Door handles category allows for maintaining the structural integrity of the door, the proper operation of the opening mechanism, and an aesthetic finish of the lock area.

Repair expansion and selection of related components

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 external handles, cylinder covers, or additional handle segments, check the available parts in the BMW Door handles category.

For users interested in a broader context regarding the use of original used components and optimizing service costs, the article describing the advantages of factory parts in premium vehicles may be helpful: Mercedes – comfort, prestige, and durability. Why is it worth choosing original used parts?.