BMW 3 Series E46 Rear Center Upper Seat Belt Black 8202591

BMW E46 Rear Seat Belt Assembly is an original part from the Seat Belts and Parts category, designed for installation on the rear seat. The black color and factory construction ensure consistency with the car's interior and maintain original safety parameters.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8202591
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8202591
• Substitutable numbers: 72118202591, 8202591, PK
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black
• Category: Seat Belts & Parts

Seat Belt Purpose and Function

The presented seat belt is a component installed in the rear of the vehicle, responsible for securely holding the passenger during driving and in emergency situations. The construction, compliant with original BMW solutions, allows for maintaining the original mounting geometry and proper interaction with other passive safety system components.

The black shade facilitates matching with most upholstery types used in the BMW E46, ensuring that replacing a worn or damaged belt does not disrupt the interior aesthetics. This is a practical solution for users who want to restore the full functionality of the rear seat without altering the cabin's style.

Construction and Usability Features

The seat belt is designed as an OEM BMW component, which means maintaining appropriate webbing strength, correct retractor characteristics, and compatibility with factory mounting points. This ensures a predictable installation process, without the need for modifications or additional adapters.

Key usability features of this component include:

• Dedicated rear seat placement – the belt is prepared for operation in a specific body zone, maintaining the correct guiding angle.
• Neutral black color – easy matching with standard BMW interiors, without the effect of an "alien" element.
• Consistency with the factory safety system – maintaining the operational characteristics intended by the manufacturer.

Component Condition and Service Application

The offered seat belt is a used part, making it an economical service solution for BMW E46 owners. It's a good option when a replacement is necessary after a collision, pretensioner activation, or visible webbing wear, and the priority is to maintain the original construction at a reasonable repair cost.

Choosing an original part from a dismantled vehicle allows for maintaining the factory fit to the body and avoiding compatibility issues that can arise with randomly selected aftermarket parts. This is particularly important for components responsible for passenger safety.

Why Choose Original BMW Seat Belts

Using original seat belts in a BMW E46 is significant for both safety and durability. OEM components are designed with the specific body structure in mind, which translates to proper retractor and pretensioner operation, as well as correct webbing guidance relative to the seat and pillar.

In practice, this means:

• Maintaining predictable vehicle behavior during safety system activation – the belt interacts with other components as intended by the manufacturer.
• Better visual integration – the black belt does not stand out against the standard interior.
• Reduced risk of installation problems – no need to modify mounting points.

BMW Seat Belts and Parts – Expansion and Service

If you are looking for other BMW seat belts and parts for your car, check out the available BMW seat belts and parts in our assortment to select components tailored to your specific model and equipment version.

How to Optimize Repair Costs While Maintaining Quality

Owners of various car brands, including BMW and Volkswagen, are increasingly combining original used parts with new aftermarket replacements to maintain a reasonable service budget. If you are interested in a broader approach to saving on repairs while ensuring the quality of components, it's worth reading the guide on our blog: Repairing a Volkswagen on a Budget? Discover How to Save on Original Car Parts.