BMW 1 Series E87 Window Lifter Switch Passenger’s Side Grau Grey 6970250

Description

BMW 1 Series E87 Window Lifter Switch Passenger’s Side Grau Grey is an original component from the Switches, control elements and ignition locks group, designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle. It ensures precise control of the passenger window, maintaining the factory interior ergonomics and color consistency with the original BMW upholstery.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6970250
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6970250
• Substitutable numbers: 61316970250, 6970250, 61316951999, 6951999
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Grey
• Category: Switches & Controls

Purpose and function in the BMW 1 Series E87

The offered switch is dedicated to the passenger door in the BMW 1 Series E87 model, mounted on the left side of the vehicle in accordance with the factory control layout. The component is responsible for convenient, electric window control, allowing the driver or passenger to smoothly raise and lower the window without interfering with the electrical installation beyond a standard replacement.

Thanks to the preservation of the original geometry and mounting points, the switch fits the factory door panel, which facilitates installation and avoids modifications to the upholstery or wiring harness.

Color scheme and interior matching

The grey finish of the switch housing has been selected to match the factory interior color scheme of the BMW 1 Series E87, which allows for a consistent, subdued look of the cockpit and doors. The neutral grey color blends well with both dark and lighter upholstery variants, ensuring the component does not visually stand out from other parts.

Such matching is particularly important for interior repairs, where not only functionality but also aesthetics and maintaining the original character of the BMW cabin are essential.

Technical characteristics and installation

The switch belongs to the Switches, control elements and ignition locks group, which means it is designed to operate in the vehicle’s low-voltage system, with appropriately selected contacts and a spring mechanism. The construction is designed for multiple work cycles, typical for daily use of the passenger window.

The item is used, which in practice means it comes from vehicle dismantling and has been verified for suitability for further operation. This type of part is a good solution for servicing vehicles that are several or a dozen years old, where a reasonable repair cost is important while maintaining the original manufacturing standard.

Use of used control elements

Choosing a used switch for a BMW is often a conscious service decision – it allows you to maintain the factory specification of the vehicle without having to resort to replacements with uncertain fitment. In the case of control elements, such as window switches, it is important to maintain the appropriate button travel, a tactile engagement point, and correct cooperation with comfort modules.

If you are considering wider use of used components in premium cars and want to better understand when it is a cost-effective solution, it is worth reading an article describing the use of original parts from dismantling in Mercedes-Benz vehicles: used parts for Mercedes – original components from dismantling.

Expanding the BMW control system

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the window and lock control zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as window control buttons, control modules, or additional switches, check the available parts in the BMW switches, control elements and ignition locks category.

Such an approach allows you to refresh the entire group of control elements in one service stage, which reduces the risk of further failures and improves the comfort of daily vehicle operation.