BMW X3 E83 Door Hinge Front Rear Right Bottom Rubinschwarz Ruby Black 3402822

BMW E83 X3 Lower Door Hinge Right Rear Front is an original body part designed for the right side of the vehicle, ensuring stable door wing guidance. This used, factory-original BMW series hinge was designed to maintain proper mounting geometry and smooth door operation, both at the front and rear. The Rubinschwarz Ruby Black Metallic color allows for a seamless match with the bodywork in this shade or easy preparation for repainting.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 3422372-RUB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3402822
• Substitutable numbers: 41003422372, 3422372, 41003404900, 3404900, 3402822
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Rear, Right
• Color: Rubinschwarz Ruby Black Metallic - S23 / X03
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and Function of the BMW E83 X3 Door Hinge

The presented lower door hinge is dedicated to BMW X3 E83 generation models and is mounted on the right side of the vehicle. The element's construction is responsible for:

• maintaining the correct door pivot axis during repeated opening and closing,
• providing stable support for the door wing at the lower part,
• limiting unwanted play and sagging of the door during operation.

Thanks to its factory design, the hinge works with the original mounting points in the body and the door, which facilitates installation and subsequent adjustment.

Construction, Placement, and Fitment

The lower door hinge is intended for installation on the right side of the body, for both the front and rear doors. This solution allows the element to be used depending on the repair needs in a specific area of the vehicle. The hinge operates on a vertical axis, transferring loads resulting from the door's weight and forces acting during its use.

Original BMW origin ensures:

• compatibility with factory mounting geometry,
• proper fitment with the pillar and door structure,
• precise adjustment of the wing's position relative to the body.

Rubinschwarz Ruby Black Metallic Color – Visual Aspect

The element is finished in the Rubinschwarz Ruby Black Metallic – S23 / X03 color, used in original BMW paints. In practice, this means that:

• if the body is in the same shade, color consistency can be maintained in the hinge area,
• if the body is a different color, the hinge can be prepared for repainting according to repair technology.

The metallic paint coating provides additional anti-corrosion protection in an area exposed to variable operating conditions.

Characteristics of a Used Part

As a part from disassembly, the hinge retains its factory construction and design parameters as intended by BMW. A used component is a solution that allows:

• restoring correct door operation without the need for aftermarket parts with uncertain fitment,
• optimizing repair costs while maintaining original specifications,
• reducing waste through the reuse of functional parts.

Choosing such a solution is particularly beneficial for post-accident repairs or correcting worn hinges on older BMW X3 E83 models.

Technical Support and Related Content

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the body area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as mounts, brackets, or small structural components, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

If you are interested in comparing technical solutions used in sports car versions and want to better understand the differences in engine, brake, or chassis construction, read the article Audi RS vs. Other Models – What Lies Under the Hood and Chassis?, which helps to better assess the importance of appropriately selected components in a car.

In the context of making informed choices about parts from disassembly, it is also worth reading the material Circular Economy in Your Garage – How Choosing Used Parts from Disassembly Truly Supports Environmental Protection and Your Wallet? to see how the use of a used door hinge fits into a modern approach to vehicle operation.