Hood Bonnet Hinge BMW X5 X6 E70 E71 Right O/S Black Vermillion Red - A82 7198618

Hood Bonnet Hinge BMW X5 X6 E70 E71 Right O/S Black Vermillion Red - A82 is an original body component from the Hinges, locks and other bonnet parts group, designed for the right side of the engine bay. It enables stable guidance of the bonnet, ensuring its proper opening, closing, and secure positioning relative to the fenders and the front panel. Thanks to the factory color Vermilionrot Metallic - A82, it serves as a visually consistent body element in BMW vehicles painted in this shade.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7198618-VER
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7198618
• Substitutable numbers: 41007198618, 7198618, 41617208630, 7208630, 7148348, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Vermilionrot Metallic - A82
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and function in the BMW body

The presented bonnet hinge has been designed specifically for the BMW X5 and X6 E70/E71 generation models, where it is responsible for the precise guidance of the bonnet on the right side. Its construction allows for an even distribution of loads during opening and closing, which reduces stress on the bonnet skin and body mounts.

Placement on the right side of the vehicle helps maintain the correct geometry of the front bodywork, which is important both in daily operation and after accident repairs, when it is crucial to accurately set the gaps between the bonnet and adjacent elements.

Vermilionrot Metallic - A82 color and visual fit

The hinge is factory-finished in Vermilionrot Metallic - A82, which facilitates integration with bodywork painted in the same shade. In practice, this means it can be installed without the need for additional painting, provided that other components in the engine bay and the edge of the bonnet have maintained a similar finish condition.

Such color matching is particularly beneficial for repairs where maintaining visual consistency in the cowl area and inner bonnet edges is desired, without introducing additional shade differences resulting from non-factory interventions.

Characteristics of the used component

As a secondary market part, the BMW X5 X6 E70 E71 bonnet hinge comes from dismantling, which allows for the preservation of the original geometry and operating method intended by the manufacturer. A used element of this type is often chosen for body repairs because it provides factory mounting points and compatibility with the design of the bonnet and fenders.

In practice, this translates into easier alignment of the bonnet relative to the body, a reduction in the need for additional modifications, and the ability to maintain the BMW-intended method of guiding and supporting the bonnet throughout its entire range of motion.

Application in accident repairs

In the event of frontal or side collisions in the front area of the vehicle, bonnet hinges often become deformed, resulting in problems with closing, the bonnet edge rubbing against the fenders, or incorrect gap alignment. Replacing the right hinge with an original used part allows for restoring the proper operation of the bonnet and facilitates subsequent adjustment of its height and position.

If you want to better plan the body repair process after a collision and consciously choose parts from dismantling, the following article describing procedures and best practices will be helpful: Bodywork and chassis – accident repairs using parts from dismantling.

Compatibility, reference numbers and the BMW brand

The element belongs to the group of original BMW components, which means compliance with factory dimensional and assembly standards. The hinge has a dedicated OEM part number and associated interchangeable numbers, which facilitate verification of compatibility with a specific equipment version and vehicle year.

For users interested in a broader approach to operating Bavarian models using original parts from dismantling, a valuable supplement to knowledge may be the entry: BMW – sports performance and precision. How do original used parts extend the life of a Bavarian icon?.

Expansion of the bonnet zone in BMW

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the bonnet zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional hinges, locks, or brackets, check the available parts in the category BMW hinges, locks and other bonnet parts.

Summary of the benefits of using the bonnet hinge

Using an original bonnet hinge in Vermilionrot Metallic - A82 on the right side of a BMW X5/X6 E70/E71 allows for restoring proper bonnet operation, maintaining visual consistency of the front area, and limiting the scope of additional adjustment work. It is a practical solution for body shops and individual users who expect compliance with the factory body construction and predictable installation within the engine bay.