BMW F01 F02 F04 Rear Window Tailgate Rubber Seal Gasket 7184569

The BMW F01 F02 F04 Tailgate Rear Window Seal is an original part from the Window Seals and Trim category, designed for installation in the rear body section. It ensures a watertight fit for the window, limits water and noise ingress, and helps maintain window stability during vehicle operation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7184569
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7184569
• Substitutable numbers: 7184569, 51317184569
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Part type: Window Seal
• Category: Window Seals, Gaskets & Trims

Application and Function of the BMW F01 F02 F04 Rear Window Seal

The presented seal is dedicated to the rear window of the tailgate in the 7 Series models of the F01, F02, and F04 generation. The component is installed in the rear body section, where it is responsible for properly sealing the connection between the window and the bodywork.

A correctly fitted rear window seal:

• limits the risk of water entering the trunk interior,
• stabilizes the window in the tailgate frame,
• reduces the level of noise and vibrations transmitted to the cabin,
• supports maintaining the proper rigidity of the window-to-tailgate connection.

Original BMW Origin and Fitment

The seal comes from the BMW line, which means it retains the factory geometry, rubber profile, and contact points with the window and tailgate. Thanks to this, the part is correctly matched to the shape of the rear window and tailgate frame in the F01/F02/F04 series, without the need for modifications or forceful adjustments.

An original rear window seal:

• maintains compliance with factory installation tolerances,
• allows for correct window seating in the frame,
• minimizes the risk of leaks resulting from an incorrect aftermarket profile.

Characteristics of a Used Part

The offered seal is a used part, which in practice means it comes from a dismantled vehicle and may show signs of wear typical for this type of component. This type of component is an attractive solution for users who want to restore the watertightness of the rear window while maintaining reasonable service costs, and at the same time benefit from the original sealing profile.

In many cases, using a used OEM seal allows for:

• maintaining the factory fitment standard,
• avoiding installation problems characteristic of some aftermarket parts,
• optimizing the repair costs for the rear body section.

Application in BMW 7 Series Service and Restoration

The tailgate rear window seal is particularly important for bodywork and paint repairs, window replacement after mechanical damage, or body restoration on older 7 Series models. A properly selected sealing element helps restore acoustic comfort and protection against moisture in the rear of the vehicle.

If you are looking for other BMW Window Seals and Trim, check out the available products in our dedicated category: BMW Window Seals and Trim.

Support for Youngtimer Modernization

Correctly selected used sealing components are often used in the bodywork refresh of cars from the turn of the 2000s to 2010s, including luxury BMW sedans. If you want to learn more about how to use used parts in the restoration and modernization of older models, check out the article: Second Life for Youngtimers – How Used Car Parts Revitalize Cars from 1998–2012.