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Operating rod

BMW Part Number:51 21 1 977 359
51211977359short number 1977359
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Fits E36 — 316i, 318i, 318is, 318tds, 320i, 323i, 323i 2.4, 325i +5 more
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Genuine BMW part 51 21 1 977 359: Operating rod. The number stamped on the part is 51211977359; BMW's catalog files it under the short number 1977359. You will find it on our Interior Body shelf, under Other Body equipment parts.

It fits the E36 sedan and touring (318i, 320i, 325i, 328i and M3, 1992–1999), with the M40, M42, M43, M44, M50 or M52 and other engines — and the European-market versions.

BMW draws it on 4 diagrams, among them Door lock front (41_0939) and Front Door Control/Door Lock (41_1061). BMW's catalog calls for two of these at each place it is fitted. It weighs about 14 g (under 0.1 lb).

We have not had one on the shelf yet. Request it and we will tell you when one comes off a car.

Details

BMW Part Number51 21 1 977 359
Also written as512119773591977359
QualityGenuine BMW · OEM
SedanM52AutomaticCB85

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