Volkswagen Transporter T5 Hood Bonnet Hinge Right O/S Indian Blue - L5M

Volkswagen Transporter T5 Hood Bonnet Hinge Right O/S Indian Blue - L5M is an original component from the Hood hinges, locks, and other hood parts group, designed for the right side of the hood in Transporter T5 models. Thanks to its factory origin, it ensures proper hood opening and closing geometry as well as stable guidance of the front panel.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7H0823302D-INBL
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7H0823302D
• Substitutable numbers: 7H0823302D, 7H0 823 302 D
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Part type: Bonnet Hinge
• Color: Indian Blue - L5M
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and function of the hood hinge

The right hood hinge in a Volkswagen Transporter T5 is responsible for the precise support and guidance of the hood during opening and closing. A correctly selected component reduces stress on the panel, minimizes the risk of hood misalignment, and helps maintain even gaps between the hood, fenders, and bumper. This is particularly important in commercial vehicles, where the hood is opened regularly during service operations.

Color and visual fit

The hinge is factory-finished in Indian Blue - L5M, which allows for visual consistency with bodywork in this shade. For users who care about the vehicle's aesthetics, this means reducing the need for additional painting of the component in areas visible when the hood is open. At the same time, the anti-corrosion protection parameters provided by the manufacturer are maintained.

Vehicle placement and installation aspects

The component is intended exclusively for the right side of the vehicle, which is significant from the perspective of mounting geometry and the operation of the entire hood lifting mechanism. The hinge construction is prepared to work with factory mounting points on the body and the hood itself, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining the original alignment of the front panels.

As a used part, the hinge is a cost-effective solution for accident or maintenance repairs, allowing you to restore proper hood operation without the need to resort to more expensive non-original replacements.

Benefits of using an original hinge

• Factory fit – maintaining the correct position of the hood relative to the body and headlights.
• Color consistency – the finish in the Indian Blue - L5M shade supports the aesthetics of the engine compartment.
• Stable mechanism operation – appropriate rigidity and geometry limit play and unwanted hood vibrations.
• Economic solution – a used OEM component is a sensible choice for maintenance repairs.

Repair expansion and selection of other components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body area in your Volkswagen and need other components from the same group, such as additional hinges, locks, or hood locking mechanisms, check out the available parts in the Volkswagen hood hinges, locks, and other hood parts category.

When selecting used body components, it is worth being guided not only by price but also by origin and compatibility with the specific vehicle version. To better understand how to effectively choose original used components for popular models, our guide will be helpful: The best used car parts – a guide to the most frequently chosen original parts for popular car brands and models.