Dashboard Trim BMW F06 F12 F13 Air Vent Surround Cover Panel Wood Oak 9197523

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Dashboard Trim BMW F06 F12 F13 Air Vent Surround Cover Panel Wood Oak is an original BMW dashboard trim strip designed for installation in the front section of the cockpit. This component provides an aesthetic frame for the air vents, ensuring a consistent, factory-perfect fit for the interior and maintaining the vehicle's original character. With its oak wood finish, the trim allows for a visually cohesive restoration of the dashboard in F06, F12, and F13 series models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-9197523
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9197523
• Substitutable numbers: 9197523, 51459197523
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Dashboard Panels

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented dashboard trim panel is a component mounted in the front part of the interior, in the air vent area. Its purpose is to provide an aesthetic frame for the air vents and ensure their stable mounting within the cockpit structure. Using an original BMW part allows you to maintain:

• proper fitment with other dashboard sections,
• a consistent look with other oak wood finish decors,
• the factory styling line characteristic of BMW F06, F12, and F13 models.

Construction and fitment for BMW

The trim has been designed specifically for the BMW F06, F12, and F13 series, which translates into a precise fit to the dashboard shape and correct placement of mounting points. The panel's construction accounts for:

• dedicated geometry for factory air vents,
• a profile matched to the cockpit curves,
• the arrangement of clips and mounts consistent with the original BMW design.

As a result, the installation process is predictable, and once installed, the component creates a uniform surface with the rest of the dashboard parts.

Visual finish and practical application

The oak wood style panel serves not only a decorative function but also a practical one. It is responsible for the aesthetic closure of the air vent zone and protects the dashboard edges from mechanical damage in this area. Using an original finish allows you to:

• restore the factory look of the interior after repairs or modifications,
• maintain color and texture consistency with other decor elements,
• preserve the vehicle's value by using parts compliant with the manufacturer's design.

Condition of the part and service application

The offered BMW dashboard trim is a used part, making it an attractive solution for accident repairs, replacing damaged decors, or completing missing interior elements. A used OEM component is often a beneficial compromise between cost and maintaining original build quality and compatibility with factory mounting points.

Expanding your BMW interior upgrade

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cockpit area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional decorative panels, console covers, or air vent surrounds, check out the available parts in the BMW Dashboards category.

For drivers considering broader service work on the vehicle, including the powertrain, a guide on verifying components before installation may be helpful – you can find more practical tips in the article Buying a used engine: 5 things you must check before installation.