BMW E46 3-Series Coupe sunroof motor cover trim panel 51448233452

This replacement sunroof motor cover trim panel belongs to the interior headliner system for the BMW E46 3-Series Coupe, replacing OEM 51448233452.

Description

Over time, the original headliner and sunroof trim panels in BMW E46 Coupes tend to sag or fade, creating an unsightly interior. This replacement panel addresses the common issue of deteriorating factory sunroof trim bases. It serves as a direct structural replacement for OEM 51448233452, providing a fresh mounting surface for the interior fabric.

Depending on the specific button configuration of your vehicle, this part also replaces OEM 51448233453, 51448233454, 51448233457, 51442699062, and 51442699063. The panel is engineered to fit models equipped with fully sliding and tilting sunroofs.

Common Symptoms of Failure

• Sagging fabric separating from the sunroof motor cover.
• Cracked or brittle original plastic backing panel.
• Faded or stained interior headliner components.
• Loose trim panel rattling during vehicle operation.

Features

• Direct replacement for OEM 51448233452.
• Manufactured from ABS plastic for structural rigidity.
• Textured surface finish designed to facilitate fabric adhesion.
• Available in configurations for no buttons, 1 button, 2 buttons, or 3 buttons.
• Designed specifically for E46 Coupe models with fully sliding and tilting sunroofs.

Benefits

• Eliminates the unsightly appearance of a sagging sunroof trim.
• Provides a stable, clean base for applying new headliner fabric.
• Prevents interior rattling caused by degraded factory plastic mounts.

Compatibility

• BMW E46 3-Series Coupe 318ci (1999–2006)
• BMW E46 3-Series Coupe 320ci (1999–2006)
• BMW E46 3-Series Coupe 323ci (1999–2006)
• BMW E46 3-Series Coupe 325ci (1999–2006)
• BMW E46 3-Series Coupe 328ci (1999–2006)
• BMW E46 3-Series Coupe 330ci (1999–2006)
• BMW E46 M3 Coupe (1999–2006)
• Please verify your OEM part number before purchasing.

Installation

This panel requires the application of interior fabric before final installation. The part is supplied bare, without fabric included, but features a textured surface to maximize the bond strength of headliner adhesive.

OEM Cross-Reference

• 51448233452
• 51448233453
• 51448233454
• 51448233457
• 51442699062
• 51442699063

Specifications

• OEM Number(s): 51448233452, 51448233453, 51448233454, 51448233457, 51442699062, 51442699063
• Material: ABS
• Condition: New
• Options: 0 buttons, 1 button, 2 buttons, 3 buttons