BMW 3 Series E90 E91 E92 E93 Gear Selector Selecting Lever Surround Cover Black

The BMW 3 Series E90 E91 E92 E93 Gear Selector Selecting Lever Surround Cover Black is an original center console trim component designed for the factory gear selector in the 3 Series. This used OEM part allows you to maintain a consistent interior look, ensuring a proper fit with the console and other equipment elements. It is a practical solution for replacing a damaged or worn-out frame around the gear lever.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-7155646
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7155646
• Substitutable numbers: 51167155646, 7155646
• Color: Black
• Category: Handbrake & Gear Stick Gaiters

Purpose and compatibility

The presented cover is designed for BMW 3 Series E90, E91, E92, and E93 models equipped with the factory center console gear selector. The element serves as a surround for the lever and works with the factory selector mechanism, maintaining the original geometry and mounting method specified by the manufacturer.

Thanks to its OEM construction, the cover ensures a proper fit with the center console, which reduces the risk of unwanted play, squeaking, or vibrations during vehicle operation.

Construction and function of the component

The gear selector surround cover performs several important functions in the cabin:

• it creates an aesthetic surround for the gear selector in the center console,
• it masks the edges of the opening in the console, improving the visual consistency of the interior,
• it stabilizes the area around the lever, limiting the ingress of dirt into the mechanism,
• it enables the correct installation of adjacent trim elements.

The black color scheme facilitates integration with most factory BMW 3 Series interior configurations, meaning that replacing a damaged frame does not require additional styling modifications.

Benefits of using an original cover

Using an original cover from the Handbrake and Gear Lever Covers group allows you to maintain the factory character of the cockpit. Compared to generic replacements, the OEM element provides:

• dimensional compatibility with the factory opening in the center console,
• mounting points as specified by the manufacturer,
• visual consistency with other console panels.

For users considering the choice between an original part and a replacement, a guide describing practical differences and selection criteria may be helpful – these are discussed in detail in the article 5 reasons why a used OEM part is a better choice than a replacement.

Condition, installation, and service application

The item is offered as a used original BMW part, which in practice means maintaining the factory construction at a more favorable cost compared to a new component. This type of cover is suitable both for standard replacement of a damaged frame and for visually refreshing the center console after intensive use.

Replacing the cover involves removing the trim elements around the gear selector and installing the frame in the factory location, using the provided clips and mounts. Thanks to the preservation of the original geometry, the installation proceeds in a predictable manner for a workshop or an experienced user.

Technical support and additional materials

When working within the center console area, questions often arise regarding the compatibility of the cover with different types of transmissions. The differences between manual, automatic, and dual-clutch transmissions, as well as practical tips for purchasing used components, are described in detail in the guide Transmission: manual, automatic, or DSG – typical faults and a guide to buying a used transmission, which may be helpful when planning broader work in the drivetrain area.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the center console area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, frames, or surrounds around the lever, check the available parts in the category BMW Handbrake and Gear Lever Covers.