BMW F10 F11 Hood Hinge Left N/S Engine Bonnet Actuator Spacegrau Grey - A52

BMW F10 F11 Hood Hinge Left N/S Engine Bonnet Actuator Spacegrau Grey - A52 is an original body component designed for the precise guidance and support of the engine hood. Thanks to its factory geometry and perfect fit for the front body structure, it ensures stable operation of the engine bonnet and proper alignment with the fenders and bumper. This used OEM part is a sensible choice for accident repairs and maintenance, allowing you to maintain factory hood operating parameters.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7207199-SCG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7207199
• Substitutable numbers: 41617207199, 7207199, 51237191049, 7191049
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Spacegrau Metallic - A52
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function in the BMW F10/F11 body

The presented hinge is designed for installation on the left side of the engine bay in BMW 5 Series F10/F11 models. It is responsible for guiding the hood during opening and closing, as well as maintaining its correct position relative to other body components. A properly selected hinge reduces stress on the hood sheet metal, minimizes the risk of misalignment, and contributes to the even distribution of forces during the operation of the lifting struts.

Spacegrau Metallic A52 color and installation aspects

The component is factory-finished in Spacegrau Metallic A52, which is particularly important for repairs where the goal is to preserve the original paint coating in the cowl area and the inner edges of the hood. In many cases, this allows for limiting the scope of paint work exclusively to the outer side of the panel, which shortens repair time and facilitates maintaining color consistency.

The original hinge design ensures compatibility with factory mounting points in the body and the hood, which facilitates gap setting and height adjustment. As a result, after proper installation, it is possible to achieve even panel gaps and correct operation of the opening mechanism.

Benefits of using an original hood hinge

• Factory fit – maintaining the original front body geometry and proper hood guidance.
• Color consistency in the engine bay thanks to the Spacegrau Metallic A52 paint.
• Possibility of precise adjustment of the hood position relative to the fenders and bumper.
• A solution particularly useful for accident repairs and replacing worn-out opening mechanism components.

Component condition and use in service practice

As a part from the Hoods category, this hinge is intended for service applications where maintaining the original vehicle front construction is a priority. A used OEM part allows for economical repair while maintaining a high level of fit and functionality. It works well both for local post-collision repairs and for replacing worn or deformed hinges that make it difficult to close the hood properly.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as complete hoods, front reinforcements, or additional brackets, check out the available parts in the BMW Hoods category.

For users interested in selecting used OEM components by part number or VIN, practical tips on verifying compatibility and quality may be useful, which you can find in the article Audi five-cylinder engine – a legend from Quattro to RS3 and how to take care of it with original Audi parts.