BMW X5 E53 2000-2006 Rear Left N/S Door Lock Latch Actuator 51228402601 8402601
BMW X5 E53 2000-2006 Rear Left N/S Door Lock Latch Actuator 51228402601 8402601
BMW X5 E53 Rear Left Door Lock Latch & Actuator
Factory BMW used component • Rear Left / UK Nearside Rear • BMW part number 51228402601 • Short number 8402601
⚠️ FITMENT CHECK — PLEASE READ BEFORE ORDERING
This listing has been researched from the part number and the photographed component — not simply copied from automated item specifics.
The confirmed full BMW part number is 51 22 8 402 601 / 51228402601. The seven-digit short number is 8402601. The photographed item is marked X-5 2005 NSR, which is consistent with the listed 2005 BMW X5 E53 donor.
For a vehicle-specific fitment confirmation, please send us your complete 17-character VIN through eBay Messages together with the number from your original lock, or a clear photograph of the old lock/connector if the number cannot be read.
Do not order from registration year, engine size or an automated compatibility suggestion alone. Production changes can occur within a model range. VIN + part-number confirmation is the safest method.
Verified Part Identification
📸 Actual Item Photographs
These photographs show the actual used lock assembly supplied with this listing. Please inspect the connector, mounting points, cable/linkage arrangement and overall shape against your original component before purchase.
✅ BMW X5 E53 Compatibility Chart
Part number 51228402601 is catalogued for the BMW X5 E53. The overall parts-catalogue application is 2000–2006 model years. BMW's historical production dates for the individual E53 variants are shown below so that model years are not guessed.
| Vehicle | Chassis | BMW Production Range | Body | Position | Part Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
BMW X5 3.0i M54 petrol |
E53 | 04/2000–09/2006 | 5-door SAV | Rear left / N/S rear | Catalogued E53 application — VIN check still required |
|
BMW X5 3.0d M57 / M57TU diesel family |
E53 | 04/2001–09/2006 | 5-door SAV | Rear left / N/S rear | Catalogued E53 application — VIN check still required |
|
BMW X5 4.4i M62 / later N62 petrol |
E53 | 09/1999–09/2006 production 2000–2006 catalogue model application |
5-door SAV | Rear left / N/S rear | Catalogued E53 application — VIN check still required |
| BMW X5 4.6is | E53 | 12/2001–09/2003 | 5-door SAV | Rear left / N/S rear | Catalogued E53 application — VIN check still required |
| BMW X5 4.8is | E53 | 04/2004–09/2006 | 5-door SAV | Rear left / N/S rear | Catalogued E53 application — VIN check still required |
IMPORTANT: A model being present in this table does not replace a VIN check. Production date, market specification and part supersession must still be confirmed against the individual vehicle.
❌ What This Part Does NOT Fit
| Vehicle / Position | Fit? | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| BMW X5 E53 rear RIGHT / UK O/S rear | NO | This listing is LEFT. The catalogued corresponding rear-right lock is part number 51228402602. |
| BMW X5 E53 front left or front right door | NO | Front-door lock assemblies are position-specific and are not this rear-left unit. |
| BMW X5 E70 generation | NO | E70 is the succeeding X5 generation. This listing is for chassis E53 only. |
| BMW X5 F15 / G05 or later generations | NO | Different vehicle platforms and locking systems. |
| Any BMW with a different lock number, connector or mechanism | DO NOT ASSUME | Send the 17-character VIN and original-part photograph first. |
| Other BMW chassis/models | NO CLAIM MADE | No additional chassis compatibility is being advertised without catalogue/VIN confirmation. |
🚙 Correct Vehicle / Body-Style Reference
The listing donor is a 2005 X5 E53 3.0 diesel. The photographs below show a 2003–2006 BMW X5 E53 3.0d 5-door of the same facelift body style as a visual reference. They are not photographs of the donor car. Colour, wheels, trim and specification will naturally vary.
What the Door Lock Does
Mechanical Latching
The latch mechanically retains the rear-left door against the body striker when the door closes. It must release correctly when the relevant handle mechanism is operated.
Electric Central Locking
The integrated actuator operates the locking function for the rear-left door as part of the vehicle's electric central-locking system.
The assembly is positioned behind the rear-left interior door trim and moisture/sound barrier, with the latch itself sitting at the trailing edge of the door where it engages the body striker.
🔍 Possible Symptoms of a Faulty Lock / Actuator
- Rear-left door fails to lock while the other doors lock normally.
- Rear-left door fails to unlock from the central-locking command.
- Intermittent or unusually slow locking/unlocking operation.
- Clicking from inside the door without the lock changing state.
- Door remains locked or unlocked despite operation of the central locking.
- Abnormal handle or latch action where a cable/linkage or latch fault is present.
Why Choose a Factory BMW Used Component?
Correct Factory Geometry
For a confirmed application, the original BMW component was designed around the vehicle's mounting locations, connector arrangement, latch geometry and handle/linkage system.
Used Can Make Financial Sense
Selected serviceable used car parts can cost up to 70% less than comparable new retail pricing. Actual saving varies by component and current market price.
Reuse Before Replacement
Reusing a serviceable factory component keeps an existing part in productive use rather than unnecessarily discarding it.
Very low-cost pattern alternatives can vary in materials, tolerances, actuator response, connector construction or latch feel. On a door-locking component, accurate fitment and dependable operation matter more than simply buying the cheapest available option.
Construction & Part Detail
This is a mixed-material electromechanical assembly. Visually it comprises a metal latch/mechanism, a moulded polymer actuator housing, electrical connection and associated cable/linkage components. Exact alloy and polymer grades are not being claimed because those material specifications have not been independently verified.
🔧 Fitting Guide
- Confirm the replacement part number, physical side and connector against the removed component before dismantling the vehicle further.
- Raise the rear window fully and protect the painted door edge and interior trim.
- Remove the rear-left interior door trim with suitable plastic trim tools, taking care not to break clips or pull wiring.
- Disconnect trim electrical connectors as required and carefully peel back the moisture/sound barrier without tearing it.
- If the door specification includes any SRS/side-airbag equipment or related connectors, follow the correct BMW SRS isolation procedure. Do not probe SRS wiring.
- Locate the lock assembly at the trailing edge of the rear-left door.
- Disconnect the lock electrical connector and release the interior / exterior handle cable or linkage exactly as fitted. Do not force plastic retainers.
- Remove the lock's Torx-type retaining fasteners using the bit that correctly matches the actual fastener head. Do not guess the bit size or force an incorrect tool.
- Withdraw the lock assembly carefully while observing the routing of cables, rods and clips.
- Compare old and replacement assemblies side-by-side before installation: part number, connector, mounting pattern, latch orientation and cable/linkage points should agree.
- Install in reverse order, ensuring every cable/rod and electrical connector is positively secured.
- Restore the moisture barrier correctly so water cannot enter the passenger compartment.
- Before closing the door, manually cycle and function-test the latch, central locking and both relevant handle operations with the door open. Only close the door once correct release is confirmed.
🧰 Typical Tools Required
Hand Tools
- Plastic interior-trim removal tools
- Torx bit/driver set — select sizes from actual fasteners
- 1/4-inch ratchet or suitable driver and extension
- Small pick / trim-release tool
- Inspection torch
Protection / Reassembly
- Protective tape for painted trim edges
- Suitable gloves
- Replacement trim clips if existing clips are damaged
- Suitable door-membrane sealing material if the original seal is disturbed
- VIN-specific workshop information for torque/SRS procedures
⏱️ Estimated Repair Time & Garage Labour
Planning estimate: approximately 0.75–1.25 labour hours for an experienced technician when the door opens normally and no additional diagnosis, broken trim, seized fasteners or damaged wiring is involved.
This is a planning estimate rather than a BMW flat-rate labour quotation. A stuck-closed door or additional electrical diagnosis can increase the time.
| Garage Rate | 0.75 Hour | 1.00 Hour | 1.25 Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| £50 / hour | £37.50 | £50.00 | £62.50 |
| £60 / hour | £45.00 | £60.00 | £75.00 |
| £70 / hour | £52.50 | £70.00 | £87.50 |
| £80 / hour | £60.00 | £80.00 | £100.00 |
| £90 / hour | £67.50 | £90.00 | £112.50 |
| £100 / hour | £75.00 | £100.00 | £125.00 |
| £120 / hour | £90.00 | £120.00 | £150.00 |
| £150 / hour | £112.50 | £150.00 | £187.50 |
🔧 Fitting & Repair Service
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