BMW 3 Series E46 Lower Belt Rear Center And Right O/S 7001811

BMW 3 E46 Rear Right Seatbelt (Center and Right) is an original safety system component designed for installation on the rear seat on the right side. This part, from the seatbelts and parts category, ensures proper passenger restraint and compliance with the factory construction of the BMW 3 Series E46 body.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7001811
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7375448
• Substitutable numbers: 72117001811, 7001811
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Seat Belts & Parts

Application and Placement in BMW 3 E46

The presented component is a BMW E46 rear seatbelt, intended for installation at the rear of the vehicle on the right side. Its design is adapted to the geometry of the rear seat and the mounting points in the body, allowing for the preservation of the factory belt path and the correct operation of the retractor and lock.

The placement specified as rear – right side means that the component works with the factory anchor points in this part of the cabin, ensuring proper belt routing for a passenger sitting on the right or in a center-right configuration, as implemented in the BMW 3 Series E46.

Technical Characteristics and Compatibility

As an original BMW part from the seatbelt category, this component maintains full compliance with the manufacturer's factory standards regarding belt length, retraction characteristics, and the operation of the locking mechanism. This ensures that the rear seat safety system operates predictably and consistently with the design intentions of the E46 model.

Key technical features include:

• Dedicated Placement – belt designed for the rear of the cabin on the right side, with appropriate mounting angles.
• Factory Routing Geometry – maintains the correct belt path relative to the backrest and seat, contributing to passenger comfort and safety.
• Original BMW Construction – compatible with standard mounting points and interior trim elements.

Condition, Origin, and Benefits of Choosing a Used OEM Part

The seatbelt is a salvaged part offered as a used original component. Such components are often chosen for accident repairs and for restoring a car to its factory condition, as they allow for compliance with the manufacturer's design without the need for aftermarket replacements with uncertain specifications.

Choosing a used OEM seatbelt for a BMW 3 E46 offers:

• Consistency with the Factory Safety System – maintaining the original operational characteristics of the system.
• Better Mounting Fit – no need for modifications to mounting points or upholstery.
• Reasonable Cost-Quality Compromise – ability to repair or supplement equipment while maintaining original specifications.

If you are considering broader modifications or upgrades to your car using salvaged parts, it's worth checking out the guide on our blog: Best Used Parts for Tuning Your Car, where we discuss practical aspects of selecting used components.

Why Choose Original BMW Seatbelts

BMW seatbelts and parts are designed as an integral part of the vehicle's structure and passive safety systems. Using an original rear seatbelt in a BMW 3 E46 allows you to:

• maintain predictable safety system behavior in emergency situations,
• ensure compliance with homologation requirements for the specific model,
• reduce the risk of installation issues typical of aftermarket parts with different geometries.

When choosing between refurbishment and installing a used original part for safety components, many specialists point to the advantages of complete salvaged parts. This topic is discussed in more detail in the article: Refurbished or Used Original – Which Part to Choose for Repairs?, which compares different repair strategies using popular BMW models as examples.

Other BMW Seatbelts and Parts

If you are also looking for other BMW seatbelts and parts for your car, check out our dedicated offer: BMW Seatbelts and Parts. There you will find a wide selection of original salvaged parts, tailored to various models and equipment versions of this brand.