BMW F10 F11 Hood Hinge Right O/S Engine Bonnet Actuator Spacegrau Grey - A52

BMW F10 F11 Hood Hinge Right O/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 5 Series F10/F11 design, it ensures stable hood operation and proper alignment with the fenders and bumper. Using an OEM component in this color allows for maintaining consistent body aesthetics without the need for additional painting in many cases.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7207200-SCG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7207200
• Substitutable numbers: 41617207200, 7207200, 51237191050, 7191050, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Spacegrau Metallic - A52
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function in the BMW F10/F11 body

This hood hinge is designed for installation on the right side of the engine bay in the BMW 5 Series F10/F11 generation. It is responsible for the controlled movement of the engine hood during opening and closing, as well as maintaining it in the correct position relative to other body panels. A properly selected hinge reduces stress on the hood sheet metal, minimizes the risk of misalignment, and contributes to uniform gaps between body components.

Spacegrau Metallic A52 color and visual fit

The component is finished in the factory Spacegrau Metallic A52 color, characteristic of many BMW F10/F11 units. For users whose hood and surrounding elements are in the same shade, such a hinge facilitates maintaining a consistent look of the engine bay and minimizes the scope of potential paint work. The original surface finish also promotes proper anti-corrosion protection at the hinge's working point.

Benefits of using an original hood hinge

Using a factory hood hinge in a BMW F10/F11 translates into a number of practical advantages:

• maintaining the original geometry of opening and closing the engine hood,
• better alignment of the hood edges with the fenders and bumper,
• reducing the risk of paint rubbing and stress formation in the sheet metal,
• compatibility with factory mounting points on the body and hood.

Thanks to this, replacing a damaged or bent hinge with an original element from the Hoods category allows for restoring the proper operation of the engine hood and the comfort of daily use.

Condition, installation, and service application

The offered hood hinge is a used component, which in practice means a favorable compromise between the cost of repair and maintaining the original build quality. The part will work well both for post-accident repairs and for replacing worn-out hood opening mechanism components when difficulties with closing or visible hood misalignment occur.

Installation should be performed in accordance with BMW service procedures, with a check of the hood alignment relative to the body. Proper tightening of the bolts and adjustment of the hinge position allow for achieving uniform gaps and smooth hood movement without excessive resistance.

Repair expansion in the front body area

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