BMW E87 E60 E61 F10 F11 F20 F30 System Latch Left Rear N/S 7036171

BMW E87 E60 E61 F10 F11 F20 System Latch Left Rear N/S is a factory-original component from the Locks and Latches group, designed for installation in the rear left door of selected BMW models. The original design ensures proper integration with the vehicle's electrical system and door mechanics, resulting in stable central locking operation and comfort during daily use.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7036171
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7036171
• Substitutable numbers: 512272021477202147, 512271670695122703617151227167075, 716706970361717167075, 512243894755122715462951227060295, 438947571546297060295
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Category: Exterior Locks & Lock Hardware

Purpose and compatibility

The presented latch is designed for installation in the rear left door of BMW E60, E61, E87, F10, F11, and F20 series vehicles. The placement on the vehicle as rear – left side means that the component has been designed for specific rod routing, door geometry, and mounting methods, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of fitment issues.

Thanks to the use of the original BMW design, the latch works with the factory central locking system, remote control, and mechanical locking, maintaining the parameters specified by the vehicle manufacturer.

Construction and technical function

The door latch is responsible for several key functions in the vehicle:

• mechanical locking and unlocking of the door from the inside and outside,
• cooperation with the central locking actuator,
• transmitting signals to the vehicle's electronics (information about closing/opening),
• stable retention of the door in the closed position while driving.

The original BMW latch has been designed to ensure repeatable mechanism operation, appropriate closing force, and proper cooperation with external and internal handles. As a result, the door closes securely, and the central locking system operates predictably and without unnecessary delays.

Benefits of using an original BMW latch

Using a factory latch in the rear left door provides measurable operational benefits:

• Full compatibility with the door structure – mounting holes, attachment points, and mechanism geometry correspond to factory solutions, which reduces the need for modifications.
• Stable central locking operation – proper cooperation with BMW electrical systems and controllers minimizes the risk of errors and "door open" warnings.
• Operational safety – a properly functioning latch reduces the risk of accidental door opening while driving and issues with locking the vehicle when parked.
• Consistency with other body components – maintaining factory design solutions facilitates future repairs and diagnostics.

Installation and operational characteristics

The latch is intended for installation in place of the factory component in the rear left door. The design provides for cooperation with original rods, handles, and the electrical harness, which allows for maintaining a door system consistent with the manufacturer's design. In practice, this means that after proper installation, the mechanism should work in a manner similar to the factory original, without the need for additional adjustments beyond the standard positioning of the latch relative to the pillar.

The product comes from the Locks and Latches group, making it optimized for mechanical durability, resistance to operational loads, and cooperation with vehicle safety systems.

Condition and service application

The offered item is in used condition, making it an attractive service solution for users looking for original BMW components at a reasonable price. This type of latch is suitable both for typical repairs after a central locking failure and for replacing a damaged mechanism after a collision or interference with the door structure.

In the case of extensive work on the doors – such as replacing handles, guides, or seals – using an original latch allows for maintaining the consistency of the entire system and facilitates subsequent adjustment of the door fitment to the body.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door latch area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as locking mechanisms, cylinders, or central locking actuators, check the available parts in the BMW Locks and Latches category.

For drivers interested in a broader look at the development of automotive design and the impact of part selection on vehicle operation, the article describing the evolution of a popular hot-hatch may be helpful – Hot-hatch legend: the evolution of the VW Golf GTI from Mk1 to Mk8 – design changes and VW car parts.