BMW 1 Series E46 Touring Right Rear Door Strip Outer Weatherstrip O/S Black

BMW 1 Series E46 Touring Right Rear Door Strip Outer Weatherstrip O/S Black is an original body component designed for the rear right door of the BMW 3 Series E46 Touring. This black, custom-fit weatherstrip helps maintain proper sealing and provides an aesthetic finish to the door edge, contributing to acoustic comfort and protection of the vehicle's interior. It is a practical solution for users looking to restore the factory fit and appearance of the side bodywork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8194772
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8194772
• Substitutable numbers: 51348194772, 8194772, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: Black
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and fitment

The presented weatherstrip is dedicated to the BMW 3 Series E46 Touring body style and is mounted in the rear right door area. The component's design is tailored to the specific geometry of the door edge, which facilitates installation and ensures proper adhesion to the door panel and window. This helps reduce unwanted air drafts and water ingress at critical contact points.

Material characteristics and color

The door weatherstrip is made of flexible material adapted to operate in varying weather conditions. The black color is consistent with the factory finish of the door frame in the BMW E46 Touring, allowing the part to blend harmoniously with other body moldings and seals. The appropriate material hardness ensures a stable fit on the edge while maintaining the elasticity needed to compensate for minor sheet metal deformations.

Sealing function and body protection

The door weatherstrip performs several important operational functions:

• limits the ingress of water and contaminants around the door edge,
• supports the maintenance of proper acoustic sealing of the cabin,
• protects the paint at the contact point between the door and the body from minor mechanical damage,
• stabilizes the strip along the edge, improving the vehicle's visual side profile.

As a result, replacing a worn or damaged weatherstrip allows for restoring predictable door closing behavior and reducing the risk of corrosion around the edges.

Condition and service application

The offered door weatherstrip is a used part from dismantling, which is a cost-effective solution for users looking for original components at a reasonable price. This type of part is suitable for both local post-collision repairs and the gradual restoration of the side body area in a BMW E46 Touring, especially when the existing seal is brittle, deformed, or mechanically damaged.

Selection support and additional technical information

When selecting a door weatherstrip, it is worth paying attention to compatibility with the body version and the placement on the vehicle (rear, right side). If necessary, you can refer to the manufacturer's markings, OEM part numbers, or replacement numbers presented in the technical specifications section. This makes it easier to confirm compatibility with a specific BMW 3 Series E46 Touring model.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side area of your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as trim strips, window seals, or additional protective profiles, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

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