Mini Cooper F55 F56 Right Rear O/S Seat Striker Adjustable Catch 7317712

The Adjustable Right Rear Seat Back Latch for Mini Cooper F55/F56 is a precision mounting component from the Seats and Benches category, designed for the right side of the rear bench seat. Thanks to its factory Mini design, it ensures stable backrest locking, improving safety and comfort in the rear cabin.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7317712-1
• Mark: Mini (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7317712
• Substitutable numbers: 52207317712, 7317712
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and Function in the Rear Bench Seat System

The presented adjustable backrest latch is responsible for the mechanical locking of the right rear backrest in Mini Cooper F55 and F56 models. It operates in the rear bench seat area, on the right side, cooperating with the lock and the backrest folding mechanism. Its function is to maintain the backrest in a stable position after locking and to allow for smooth release of the lock during folding.

This type of solution is particularly important in cars with split rear seats, where precise adjustment of the latch point prevents play, reduces unwanted noises, and ensures the backrest fits correctly against the car body structure.

Construction, Adjustment, and Fitment

The adjustable nature of the latch allows for precise positioning relative to the backrest, facilitating installation in the right rear cabin sector. This enables:

• correction of the backrest position relative to the car body after disassembly or interior repairs,
• minimization of play at the point where the backrest contacts the car body,
• achieving repeatable, secure locking with every backrest closure.

The original Mini design ensures geometric compatibility with the factory mounting points in the car body and with the standard rear bench seat mechanism in F55 and F56 versions, without the need for modifications or adaptations.

Application in Service and Interior Tuning

The adjustable right rear seat back latch for Mini Cooper F55/F56 is suitable for standard repairs after damage or wear of the component, as well as for interior modifications, such as replacing complete Seats and Benches with different trim levels. It allows for maintaining correct backrest geometry after changing upholstery, foam, or entire seat modules.

In projects focused on improving the ergonomics and functionality of the rear cabin, a properly selected and adjusted latch helps maintain the cohesive operation of the folding mechanism, which is important for frequent use of the luggage space and flexible seat configuration.

If you want to better plan the interior modernization of your car and utilize the potential of used seat components, it is worth checking out the guide Car Interior Tuning with Global Parts, which discusses practical aspects of selecting seats and other cabin components.

Benefits of Using an Original Used Part

Choosing an original, used backrest latch for the Mini Cooper F55/F56 allows you to maintain the factory fit to the rear bench seat structure and predictable behavior of the locking mechanism. This is a cost-effective solution that is also technically consistent with other components of the seating system.

When planning extensive work in the rear cabin, it is advisable to avoid common mistakes related to selecting used components. The guide on pitfalls when buying parts for modifications, available in the article Buying Used Car Parts – Common Mistakes When Choosing Tuning Parts, may be helpful.

Expanding Work on the Mini Rear Bench Seat

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear bench seat area in your Mini and need other parts from the same group, such as backrests, seat cushions, or adjustment guides, check the available parts in the Mini Seats and Benches category.