BMW 3 Series E46 Rear Door Brake Left Right N/O/S 8160963 51228160963

BMW E46 Rear Door Stop Right Left Rear is an original part from the Doors and Door Panels category, designed for the rear axle of the vehicle. It ensures a controlled door opening range, improving user comfort and safety during daily operation. This is a practical solution for drivers who want to restore the proper function of the rear doors in their BMW.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8160963
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8160963
• Substitutable numbers: 51228160963, 8160963, AS
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right, Left
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and Function of the BMW E46 Door Stop

The rear door stop is responsible for the smooth operation of the door leaf and its stable positioning in several fixed positions. This element is mounted on the rear part of the body, on the right or left side, allowing it to be used on both sides of the vehicle. Thanks to it, the doors do not open too wide and do not close automatically on inclines, which reduces the risk of body damage and improves passenger entry comfort.

Construction and Body Fitment

The door stop has been designed specifically for the BMW E46 series, maintaining the correct mounting geometry and appropriate operating characteristics. This means that after proper installation, the factory door fitment relative to the pillar and body is preserved. The element works with the hinges and door panel, transferring the loads generated during opening and closing, which relieves the other components of the door system.

Benefits of Using an Original Door Stop

Using an original door stop in the BMW E46 brings a number of practical benefits:

• maintaining a predictable, repeatable door movement path,
• reducing loads on hinges and door panels,
• limiting the risk of the door hitting an adjacent vehicle or obstacle,
• more comfortable door use for rear seat passengers.

Thanks to its proper body fitment, the BMW rear door stop allows the vehicle's original usability characteristics to be maintained, without the need for structural modifications or interference with factory mounting points.

Condition, Origin, and Practical Application

The offered part comes from a BMW vehicle and is a used product, allowing for economical repair of the door system while maintaining the original specification. It works well both as a replacement for a worn-out door stop and as a part used in post-accident repairs when it is necessary to restore the full functionality of the rear doors on the right or left side.

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More About Choosing Used Parts

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