BMW X6 Series E71 Rear Door Brake Right O/S 7198268 7180002

Visual condition of the part 

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

BMW X6 Series E71 Rear Door Brake Right O/S is an original component from the Doors and door panels group, designed for the rear right door of the BMW X6 E71 generation body. The precise design of the door brake ensures a controlled door opening range, stable positioning, and safe operation of the hinges and door skin.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7180002
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7180002
• Substitutable numbers: 51227180002, 7180002, 51227198268, 7198268, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Doors & Door Skins

Purpose and function in the BMW X6 E71 body

The rear door brake on the right side is responsible for mechanically guiding the door leaf in specific opening positions. This component:

• stabilizes the door in several fixed positions,
• limits excessive door swing, protecting the hinges and door skin,
• prevents the door from closing abruptly when on a slight incline,
• improves user comfort – the door opens smoothly and predictably.

Thanks to its perfect fit for the BMW X6 E71 design, the door brake works with factory hinges and mounts, maintaining the original door operating characteristics.

Compatibility and mounting fit

The presented door brake has been designed specifically for the rear right side of the BMW X6 E71 body, which ensures correct mounting spacing, appropriate arm geometry, and compatibility with the factory mounting point in the pillar and the door. Using an original solution from the BMW group allows you to maintain:

• the correct door alignment relative to the body,
• consistency with the factory mechanical safety system,
• the appropriate resistance force when opening and closing.

The component has an assigned OEM part number and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates verification of compatibility with a specific vehicle configuration in service catalogs.

Performance characteristics and benefits of use

The rear door brake on the right side of the BMW X6 E71 directly affects the ergonomics of daily vehicle use. A properly functioning mechanism:

• reduces the risk of door edge damage from opening too wide,
• ensures repeatable, predictable door stop positions,
• improves comfort for passengers entering the rear seat,
• supports the maintenance of proper door geometry relative to seals and the bodywork.

Choosing an original door brake from this group of components is a safe service solution for users who expect to maintain factory door operating parameters without experimenting with replacements of uncertain fit.

Component condition and service application

The offered door brake comes from disassembly and is marked as a used OEM component. This type of part is perfect for accident repairs, replacements after operational wear, or for eliminating play and clicking sounds that appear when opening the rear right door. Using an original element allows for service at a standard close to the factory one, while maintaining a favorable cost-to-quality ratio.

Expanding repairs within BMW doors

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the door area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as reinforcements, door skins, or structural mounting elements, check out the available parts in the BMW Doors and door panels category.

When planning broader service work on the body or when purchasing other used mechanical components, it is worth ensuring proper diagnostics and selection of parts – a practical guide may be helpful: How to buy a used car engine and not get scammed – a step-by-step guide, which shows universal principles for assessing the technical condition of parts from the secondary market.