BMW 5 6 Series F10 F11 F11N F12 F13 LCI Passenger's Footwell Trim Panel Black

The Black Passenger Footrest Cover for BMW 5 and 6 Series F10/F11/F11 LCI/F12/F13 is an original interior trim element designed for installation on the left side in select BMW models. It ensures a cohesive look for the floor area, protects the factory carpeting, and helps maintain the cabin's aesthetics at the manufacturer's standard.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-9166705
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9209501
• Substitutable numbers: 51459209501, 9209501, 51459166705, 9166705, AS
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Black
• Category: Seat Belts & Parts

Purpose and Fitment for BMW 5 and 6 Series

The BMW 5 6 Series F10 F11 F11N F12 F13 LCI Passenger Footrest Cover is designed as a factory interior component for specific generations of the 5 and 6 Series. Its construction is tailored to the floor geometry and mounting points of these models, allowing for precise integration with other upholstery panels.

The element is installed on the left side of the vehicle, in the passenger footrest area, effectively shielding this critical zone from accidental mechanical damage and dirt. The black color scheme facilitates integration with most factory BMW interior configurations, maintaining a cohesive and understated cabin character.

Technical and Functional Characteristics

The footrest panel serves several important functional and visual purposes:

• Floor Area Protection – reduces the risk of wear and damage to the carpet in areas of intense contact with passenger footwear.
• Secure Mounting – factory geometry ensures proper support and a firm fit in the original mounting points.
• Interior Visual Cohesion – the black panel harmonizes with the dashboard, center console, and door panels, maintaining a unified design line.
• Easier Cleaning – the smooth surface promotes quick cleaning and minimizes the visibility of typical operational dirt.

Thanks to its factory origin, the cover maintains proper rigidity and shape, which translates to stable foot support for the passenger and the absence of unwanted play or creaks during driving.

Item Condition and Interior Service Application

The offered panel is a used original BMW part, which means it retains its factory geometry, compatibility with mounting points, and material consistency with other cabin components. This is a beneficial solution for:

• Accident Repairs – restoring the factory appearance of the footrest area after mechanical damage,
• Interior Renovation – replacing worn or cracked panels with original equivalents,
• Vehicle Value Restoration – maintaining consistency with other OEM components is important when reselling the car.

Choosing an original footrest panel helps avoid common issues associated with aftermarket alternatives, such as imprecise fitment or differences in black shade compared to the rest of the upholstery.

Integration with Safety and Comfort Category

Although the item belongs to the Seat Belts and Parts category, it practically plays an important supplementary role for the entire passive safety and travel comfort system. Stable foot support for the passenger and proper floor area finishing contribute to a secure body position while driving, which is significant during sudden maneuvers and braking.

In BMW 5 and 6 Series vehicles, attention to interior details is important not only for aesthetics but also for ergonomics. A properly selected footrest panel helps maintain the factory cabin character, which is one of the key advantages of these models.

Alternative Items and Service Knowledge

If you are looking for other products in the BMW Seat Belts and Parts category, check out our dedicated offer: BMW Seat Belts and Parts. You will find a wide selection of OEM parts that allow you to comprehensively care for the safety and interior finish of your car.

When planning more extensive service work for a fleet or in a workshop, it is also worth familiarizing yourself with expert materials on the use of original components. A good starting point is an article describing how used OEM parts help maintain the premium brand character – you can find more information here: Audi and Pure Emotion – How Used Parts Help Maintain Brand DNA. Although it concerns a different manufacturer, the principles of selecting and verifying original parts discussed there are analogous for BMW.