BMW 5 Series E60 E61 LCI Front Right O/S Door Lining Card Trim Panel Cloth

BMW 5 Series E60 E61 LCI Front Right O/S Door Lining Card Trim Panel Cloth is an original trim panel designed for installation on the driver or passenger side in right-hand drive versions. This OEM BMW component allows for an aesthetic and functional replacement of worn or damaged lining, restoring a consistent interior look and factory-fitment for all mounting points.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6983546
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6983546
• Substitutable numbers: 51416983546, 6983546
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Door Panels

Purpose and fitment

The presented door trim belongs to the Door panels category and is dedicated to BMW 5 Series E60/E61 models after the facelift (LCI). The panel structure has been specifically designed for installation on the front right side, which guarantees proper alignment with the door sheet metal, window, seals, and factory equipment.

Its original BMW origin ensures the maintenance of correct geometry, mounting hole spacing, and compatibility with standard handles, door releases, and electrical equipment intended for this body version.

Construction and material

The panel is a complete door lining with a cloth finish, ensuring a consistent look with other interior elements in this specification. The material structure used is resistant to typical operational loads, such as frequent door opening, contact with clothing, or point pressure in the armrest area.

A stable support board integrated with the upholstery layer allows for secure fastening of clips and hooks, which reduces the risk of rattles and looseness while driving. As a result, after proper installation, the panel maintains rigidity and proper adhesion to the door structure.

Function in the vehicle

The front right door trim performs several key functional and aesthetic roles:

• covers the internal door structure, electrical harnesses, and window mechanisms,
• provides a mounting surface for handles, grips, and control buttons,
• improves acoustic comfort through an additional damping layer,
• shapes the visual character of the interior in line with the factory BMW 5 Series line.

By maintaining the original specification, this component allows for seamless integration with existing door equipment, without the need for modifications or adjustments to the mounts.

Condition and benefits of using used OEM parts

The item comes from the used OEM BMW parts group, which in practice means factory fitment while reducing costs compared to a new panel. A properly selected, original door trim minimizes the risk of installation problems typical of lower-quality replacements.

Replacing a worn or damaged panel with an original trim allows for the quick restoration of interior aesthetics, which is particularly important for cars serviced with resale in mind or for maintaining a high cabin standard.

Expanding the door zone in the BMW 5 Series

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as rear panels, additional linings, or cloth finishes, check out the available parts in the BMW door panels category.

To better understand how the use of OEM components affects vehicle downtime in the workshop and the total cost of repair, it is worth reading the article Availability of car parts off-the-shelf vs. repair time – how do used OEM parts shorten workshop stays?, which discusses the practical aspects of selecting original components from the secondary market.