BMW E90 Lock Cylinder Front Right O/S Handle Catch Malachite Green Dark - S10

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW E90 Lock Cylinder Front Right O/S Handle Catch Malachite Green Dark is an original body component from the Door handles group, designed for installation on the passenger side. The dark green metallic finish, Malachite Green Dark, ensures color consistency with the factory paint and aesthetically restores the side line of the bodywork. It is a practical solution for post-collision repairs, replacing a damaged handle, or completing missing door lock components in the BMW 3 Series E90.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-0399168-MAL
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0399168
• Substitutable numbers: 51217162428, 7162428, 51210399168, 0399168, 51210399166, 0399166
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Malachite Green Dark Metallic - S10
• Category: Door Handles

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented lock cylinder is dedicated for installation on the front right door of the BMW E90, i.e., on the exterior of the vehicle on the passenger side. The component is responsible for the correct mechanical locking and unlocking of the door using the key, working in conjunction with the external handle and the factory central locking system.

Thanks to the precise fit to the BMW door structure, the correct geometry of the mechanism is maintained, which translates into reliable opening and closing as well as stable seating of the handle in the door panel.

Color and paint matching

The lock cylinder is integrated with a handle in the color Malachite Green Dark, which allows for an aesthetic replacement of the element without the need for additional painting for cars in the same shade. The metallic, dark green color blends well with the body line of the BMW E90, minimizing shade differences between the new part and the remaining panels.

This solution is particularly beneficial for spot repairs – replacing a single handle after mechanical damage or an attempted break-in, when the goal is to quickly restore the consistent appearance of the side part of the bodywork.

Technical characteristics and installation

As an element from the Door handles group, the lock cylinder is structurally prepared to work with the factory door mechanism of the BMW E90. This includes:

• dedicated placement on the front right side of the vehicle,
• geometry matched to the original external handle,
• adaptation to the standard door locking system.

The element comes from disassembly, which means it is an original BMW part, not a replacement. Thanks to this, factory dimensional tolerances, mounting methods, and compatibility with other door components are maintained, which facilitates installation and reduces the need for additional modifications.

Practical application and benefits of replacement

Replacing the lock cylinder in the front right door handle is recommended, among other things, after mechanical damage, wear of the mechanism, or interference in the lock zone. Using an original element in the color Malachite Green Dark allows you to:

• restore full functionality of locking and unlocking the passenger door,
• maintain a consistent paint appearance without the need for additional handle painting,
• preserve the factory fit of the BMW E90 body components.

For workshops and individual users, this means faster repair completion and reduced costs associated with paintwork, while maintaining the original character of the vehicle.

Condition and origin of the element

The offered lock cylinder is a used part, coming from original BMW equipment. Such components are frequently chosen for maintenance repairs because they ensure compliance with the vehicle's factory specifications while allowing for cost optimization compared to new parts.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as external handles, lock mechanisms, or handle covers, check the available parts in the BMW Door handles category.