Description
The BMW X5 E70 front left door handle in Alpinweiss 3 is an original interior handle designed for installation on the passenger side in right-hand drive versions. With its factory finish in Alpinweiss Alpine White 300, it ensures a consistent interior appearance with the car’s original configuration and maintains the manufacturer’s intended ergonomics.
Specifications and technical data
- SKU: rhd-7317560-AW
- Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
- Condition: Used
- OEM Part Number: 7317560
- Substitutable numbers: 51217317560, 7317560, 51217137057, 7137057, 51214394310, 4394310, 51217059971, 7059971, EM
- Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
- Color: Alpinweiss 3 – 300
- Category: Door Handles
Intended Use and Fitment
The presented item is an interior door handle from the Door Handles group, dedicated to the BMW X5 E70 model for the front left door. The construction is compatible with factory mounting points, allowing for installation in place of the original handle without the need for modifications to the upholstery or door panel.
The handle’s geometry is designed to provide a comfortable grip for daily use, while maintaining adequate rigidity when opening and closing the door. This ensures the part maintains proper alignment with the lock mechanism and works with the factory rods and door hardware.
Color and Finish
The handle is finished in Alpinweiss 3 – 300, which corresponds to the popular Alpine White paint used by BMW. The consistency of the shade with other interior and exterior elements is important both aesthetically and functionally, preventing visible color differences when replacing a single component.
The handle’s surface is factory-prepared for daily use, emphasizing resistance to frequent touching, temperature changes, and typical mechanical stresses from opening the door. This makes the handle well-suited for users seeking a durable and visually consistent interior component.
Technical Characteristics and Installation
As an original BMW component, the handle is designed for proper integration with the factory lock mechanism, wiring, and door hardware. The appropriately selected length and operating angle of the handle ensure predictable operation of the opening mechanism, without excessive play or resistance.
The part is intended for installation in the front left door area, making it easy to identify the correct side of the vehicle when selecting parts. In practice, this means the handle can be used as a replacement for a damaged one, while maintaining the factory ergonomics and interior appearance.
Condition and Practical Application
This product is from the secondary market, allowing for an economical replacement while maintaining the original manufacturer’s specifications. For many BMW X5 E70 owners, this is a sensible solution for interior repairs, especially when aiming to preserve color and structural consistency with other components.
The handle is suitable for both typical repairs after mechanical damage and for refreshing a worn interior, where replacing the handle improves the comfort of daily door use and the overall cabin aesthetics.
Door Area Expansion and Additional Information
If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as interior handles, exterior door handles, or mechanism covers, check the available parts in the BMW Door Handles category.
For drivers interested in the technical aspects of solutions used in four-wheel-drive vehicles and their operation, an article comparing different AWD systems may be helpful – you can find it here: xDrive, 4Matic, quattro or 4Motion – AWD Systems Comparison.
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