BMW F40 G20 G21 Striker Catch Bracket Front Rear Door Lock Latch 7446788

BMW F40 G20 G21 Front Rear Door Latch Striker is an original part from the Doors and Door Panels category, designed for use in BMW vehicles. It ensures secure door closure and stable interaction with the lock mechanism, contributing to safe and predictable vehicle operation. Thanks to its factory geometry, the striker provides proper door guidance both vertically and horizontally.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7446788
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7446788
• Substitutable numbers: 51217446788, 7446788
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Rear
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Intended Use and Vehicle Placement

The door latch striker is designed for installation on front and rear doors, allowing for consistent alignment of all locking points on the body. The component works with the factory door lock, maintaining the correct position of the door leaf relative to the B-pillar and seals, which reduces unwanted play and noise during driving.

This solution is particularly important in modern BMW body styles, where the precision of door fit not only affects acoustic comfort but also the proper functioning of safety systems and cabin sealing.

Technical Characteristics and Construction

The door latch striker belongs to the group of body components responsible for stable door locking. Its construction is based on a rigid mounting base and a precisely shaped surface that interacts with the lock bolt. This allows for repeatable door closing without excessive force and without the risk of damaging the mechanism.

The part is an integral part of the original BMW system, meaning it maintains correct dimensional tolerances, mounting hole spacing, and working surface shape. In practice, this translates to:

• correct door alignment relative to the body after adjustment,
• reduction of creaks and rattles resulting from play in the striker,
• consistency with factory passive safety parameters.

Benefits of Using an Original Latch Striker

Choosing an original door latch striker for your BMW allows you to maintain the factory properties of the locking system. Precise body fit minimizes the need for additional modifications, and the adjustment process is limited to standard service procedures. This solution is particularly beneficial for collision repairs or replacing worn-out parts.

Key advantages include:

• compatibility with the factory door lock and hinges,
• maintaining the correct door line relative to the fenders and sills,
• possibility of precise adjustment of the door leaf position,
• preservation of aesthetics and functionality in line with the manufacturer's design.

Condition and Service Application

The offered door latch striker is a used part that can be utilized for both routine repairs and for restoring body geometry after bodywork interventions. A used OEM component allows for an economical restoration of the closing system's functionality while maintaining the original BMW construction.

It serves as a replacement in situations where the existing striker has become worn, deformed, or corroded, causing door closure issues, the need for excessive force to close the door, or the appearance of play during driving.

Related Products and Technical Knowledge

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