1997-2000 BMW 5 Series Front Right Exterior Door Handle
Specifications
Side
Right (passenger side)
Position
Front
Donor year
1998
Body style
Sedan
Fuel
Gas
Engine size
2.8 L
Engine code
M52
Engine type
2.8L I6
Drivetrain
RWD
About this part
Also known as
Outer Door Handle
Outside Door Handle
Front Passenger Door Handle
Exterior Pull Handle
Door Latch Handle
What this part does
The exterior door handle mounts to the outer sheet metal of the front passenger door and connects to the primary door latch mechanism through a Bowden cable. Actuating the handle pulls the cable to disengage the latch jaws, allowing the door to open from the outside. These units frequently fail when the internal return spring breaks or the cast alloy pivot points fracture due to cold weather or repeated stress. When the assembly fails, the handle will typically hang loose away from the door skin or pull upward without unlatching the door.
Fits these vehicles
| Make | Model | Years | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW | 528i | 1997-2000 | 2.8L I6 |
| BMW | 540i | 1997-2003 | 4.4L V8 |
| BMW | 525i | 2001-2003 | 2.5L I6 |
| BMW | 530i | 2001-2003 | 3.0L I6 |
| BMW | M5 | 2000-2003 | 4.9L V8 |
OEM and interchange numbers
51218245462
51-21-8-245-462
Before you order
Because this handle is visible on the exterior, you must either verify that the paint code matches your vehicle or plan to swap your existing painted handle cover onto this mechanism. Inspect the door latch carrier and the Bowden cable inside your door panel before installation, as a stretched or frayed cable will prevent a replacement handle from opening the door properly. The front passenger handle does not contain the manual key cylinder provisions found on the driver side.
