BMW 3 Series E93 Glovebox Glove Box Catch Lock Handle Catch Black 9130769

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW 3 Series E93 Glovebox Glove Box Catch Lock Handle Catch in black is an original interior component designed for the passenger side glove compartment lid. It is a practical, used component from the Glove compartments, doors and locks group, which allows you to restore the proper operation of the glove box opening and closing mechanism and maintain a consistent cockpit appearance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9130769-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9130769
• Substitutable numbers: 9130769, 51169130769, 51169130770, 9130770, EM
• Color: Black
• Category: Glove Boxes, Doors & Latches

Purpose and function of the component

The presented glove box lock handle is designed specifically for the 3 Series E93 convertible body, ensuring a proper fit to the BMW dashboard structure. It is responsible for securely locking the lid and providing convenient, controlled opening of the glove box by the driver or passenger.

This component is particularly useful in the event of wear of the factory mechanism, a broken handle, or problems with the glove box closing. Replacing the handle allows you to restore the correct operation of the lock without the need to interfere with the entire dashboard.

Construction, color and fitment

The handle is manufactured as part of the original BMW glove box locking system, which translates into a proper fit with other cockpit elements. The black color is consistent with the typical interior color scheme of the 3 Series E93, ensuring that after installation, the component does not visually differ from the factory equipment.

The design solution provides for installation in place of the factory handle, using existing mounting points. This facilitates service and reduces the time required for replacement, without the need for modifications or adjustments to the component.

Benefits of using the original glove box handle

Using the original glove box lock handle in the BMW 3 Series E93 provides a number of practical benefits:

• maintaining consistent interior aesthetics thanks to the appropriate color and shape,
• proper operation of the lid opening and closing mechanism,
• stable mounting without play or unwanted noises while driving,
• the ability to replace a damaged component without interfering with other dashboard components.

For users who care about maintaining the factory character of the interior, choosing such a component is a technically safe and predictable solution in terms of installation.

Condition, origin and service application

The offered handle comes from the BMW parts group and is a secondary market product, which allows you to reduce repair costs while maintaining the original design. It works well both for typical replacement of a worn component and for service work related to the regeneration of the vehicle's interior after use.

The component can be used in workshops specializing in the BMW brand, as well as by users who service their cars themselves, provided that standard procedures for dismantling and installing interior components are followed.

Expanding repairs within the BMW glove box

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the passenger glove box area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as lid guides, hinges, or additional locking mechanisms, check the available parts in the BMW glove compartments, doors and locks category.

Additional information about used parts

When selecting used interior components, such as glove box handles, it is worth knowing the basic principles of selection and verification of elements by catalog numbers and manufacturer markings. Expert materials describing the process of selecting parts from the secondary market, cost differences, and practical examples of applications can be helpful. You can find more on this topic in the article Why it is worth buying used gearboxes and engines – facts instead of myths, which organizes the most important issues related to the purchase of used components.