BMW 3 Series F31 Touring Boot Trunk Right O/S Side Member Pad Panel 7234606

BMW F31 Bracket Trunk Handle Mount Right is an original body part designed for the right side of the trunk in F31 3 Series models. This precisely manufactured bracket ensures a stable trunk handle mounting, restoring the correct geometry and functionality of the cargo space.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7234606
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7234606
• Substitutable numbers: 51477234606, 7234606
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and Function of the Part

The presented bracket is a body part from the Miscellaneous category, responsible for the durable mounting of the trunk handle on the right side of the vehicle. The part operates in the side area of the cargo space, where it handles loads resulting from opening, closing, and supporting the trunk, as well as from daily vehicle use.

The placement on the vehicle specified as the right side allows for unambiguous matching of the part to the correct mounting position, which reduces the risk of errors in component selection and facilitates the planning of bodywork and assembly repairs.

Compatibility and Identification

The bracket has been specifically designed for the BMW 3 Series F31 Touring body, ensuring a proper fit to factory mounting points. As a part from the BMW OE line, it maintains compatibility with the original body structure, thus requiring no modifications or adaptations.

For ease of identification, the manufacturer has provided both an OEM part number and interchangeable numbers – this allows for verification against service documentation and BMW catalogs, as well as comparison with a part removed from the vehicle.

Technical Characteristics and Installation

The trunk handle mounting bracket is prepared for installation at the factory body mounting points on the right side. The design includes appropriate holes and contact surfaces, enabling:

• stable screwing or fastening to the body structure,
• correct positioning of the trunk handle relative to the tailgate and body panel,
• maintenance of proper rigidity in the side area of the trunk.

As a used part, the bracket is a practical solution for accident repairs, replacement of damaged mounts, or restoring the factory functionality of the trunk after bodywork interventions. Installation is recommended to be entrusted to a workshop experienced with BMW 3 Series bodies, which will ensure the correct geometry and fit of the components.

Application in BMW F31 Service and Repairs

The right-side trunk handle mounting bracket is particularly useful in situations where:

• the trunk area has been damaged as a result of a collision or impact,
• factory handle mounts have been torn out or deformed,
• local corrosion has occurred around the original bracket.

Using an original BMW part helps maintain the structural integrity of the body, which is important for both user comfort and subsequent vehicle resale value. This solution allows for the restoration of the trunk handle's proper operation without the need for aftermarket alternatives with uncertain fit.

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