BMW E46 318i Rear Boot Lid Catch Lock Latch Mechanism 3 Series 1997-2006
BMW E46 318i Rear Boot Lid Catch Lock Latch Mechanism 3 Series 1997-2006
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BMW E46 318i Rear Boot Catch / Lock Mechanism
Premium used factory-manufactured BMW rear luggage-compartment locking component removed from a BMW E46 application.
This mechanical locking assembly forms part of the rear luggage-compartment closure system. Its function is to retain and release the boot/tailgate closure when operated by the vehicle's applicable release and locking system.
The source listing does not provide a manufacturer part number. Do not order solely because your vehicle is described as an E46 or 318i. Compare the supplied item photographs, connector/mechanism design, mounting points and every stamped or moulded number against your existing component. VIN verification is strongly recommended before purchase.
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Compatibility — Read Before Ordering
| Vehicle | Chassis | Source Listing Range | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW 3 Series 318i | E46 | 1997–2006 | Source listing claim — VIN / part-number verification required |
E46 vehicles were manufactured in multiple body configurations and production revisions. A visually similar lock from another body configuration must not automatically be assumed interchangeable.
The source listing does not establish the exact donor body variant or a stamped manufacturer part number. Consequently, THEPARTPILOT does not claim universal compatibility across E46 body styles from this information alone.
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Will Not Fit / Exclusion List
Do NOT assume this component fits:
- Any vehicle simply because it is described as a BMW E46.
- Any 3-door or 5-door/body variant not confirmed by VIN and matching part identification.
- Vehicles with a different boot/tailgate locking arrangement.
- Components with different electrical connectors, release mechanisms or mounting points.
- Production revisions or facelift variants where the relevant part identification differs.
- Any vehicle whose existing stamped/moulded component number or physical configuration does not match the supplied item.
No unsupported fitment assumptions are made. Please verify the buyer vehicle VIN and the identification on the original component before ordering.
Where Does This Part Fit?
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The component is installed in the rear luggage-compartment closure area and interfaces with the applicable boot locking/release arrangement. Exact trim removal, electrical connection and mounting arrangement can vary by body configuration and production specification.
Professional Installation Guide
Typical Tools
- Trim removal tools
- Appropriate metric socket / driver set
- Torx drivers where applicable
- Ratchet and extension
- Work light
- Torque information applicable to the specific VIN
Typical Procedure
- Confirm the replacement component matches the removed unit before installation.
- Secure the vehicle and open the luggage compartment.
- Remove applicable inner boot/tailgate trim without damaging retaining clips.
- Identify the lock/catch assembly and document its original routing and position.
- Disconnect the applicable electrical connector or mechanical release linkage where fitted.
- Remove the relevant retaining fasteners.
- Remove the old locking mechanism.
- Position the replacement component and reinstall its fasteners to the manufacturer-specified procedure.
- Reconnect all applicable wiring/linkages.
- Test locking, unlocking and release operation before reinstalling trim.
- Reinstall trim and complete a final functional inspection.
Indicative workshop time: approximately 0.5–1.0 labour hour for a straightforward boot-lock replacement. Actual labour can vary with body configuration, corrosion, trim condition, diagnosis and adjustment.
Indicative Labour Cost Matrix
| Estimated Time | £40/hr | £60/hr | £80/hr | £100/hr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 hour | £20 | £30 | £40 | £50 |
| 0.75 hour | £30 | £45 | £60 | £75 |
| 1.0 hour | £40 | £60 | £80 | £100 |
Illustrative labour only. Diagnosis, additional components, seized fixings, adjustment and local garage pricing can change the final cost.
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