Door Handle Cover BMW E90 F20 Lock Cylinder Front Right O/S Alpine White 300

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Door Handle Cover BMW E90 F20 Lock Cylinder Front Right O/S Alpine White 300 is an original body component designed for BMW E90 and F20 series models. The part belongs to the Door handles group and comes factory-painted in the Alpine White 3 – 300 shade, which facilitates aesthetic replacement without the need for additional painting while maintaining a consistent body line.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7162438-AW
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7162438
• Substitutable numbers: 51217162438, 7162438, 51217162444, 7162444, 7310728, 51217310728
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and function of the component

The presented cover is an external part of the front passenger-side door handle, located where the lock cylinder is positioned. It is responsible for the aesthetic finish of the lock area while protecting the mechanism from direct exposure to external factors. Thanks to its precise fit to the body lines of the BMW E90 and F20, it maintains the vehicle's factory appearance and the correct geometry of the handle.

Color and paint matching

The element is finished in the factory color Alpine White 3 – 300, allowing for a visually consistent match with originally painted body panels. In practice, this means that with the correct selection of the paint generation, the need for repainting can be reduced or completely eliminated, which shortens repair time and reduces costs.

Technical characteristics and installation

The cover is designed for installation on the front right door, in the place of the factory lock cylinder. The construction, based on the original BMW design, ensures proper fitment with the handle body and stable mounting during operation. Installation is performed by replacing the damaged or missing cover using the existing mounting points in the handle.

As a part from the Door handles group, the cover works with other handle and lock components without interfering with the door opening mechanism or the central locking system. The replacement of this element is primarily for aesthetic and protective purposes, while maintaining the original functionality of the door.

Condition and benefits of using a used part

The product is offered as a used item, which allows for an economical repair while maintaining the original origin of the part. In the case of post-accident repairs or localized body restoration, using such a cover allows for:

• restoring the consistent appearance of the passenger-side handle area,
• protecting the lock cylinder from dirt and moisture,
• preserving the factory character of the BMW body without using aftermarket replacements.

Door area expansion and 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 handle housings, lock covers, or additional trim segments, check the available parts in the BMW door handles category.

Technical support and part selection

When selecting body components, it is worth considering not only the color but also the model generation and the structural compatibility of the handle. In the context of maintaining the brand's character and finish quality, expert materials regarding the use of original components can be helpful. More on the role of original parts in maintaining the manufacturer's DNA can be found in the article Audi and emotions in their purest form. How do used parts help maintain the brand's DNA?, the conclusions of which can also be applied to BMW's approach to the quality of body components.