BMW 5 Series E60 E61 Front Left N/S Door Hinge Lower Sparkling Graphite A22

The BMW 5 Series E60 E61 Front Left N/S Door Hinge Lower Sparkling Graphite A22 in Sparkling Graphite Metallic A22 is an original body component designed for precise installation at factory mounting points. This used component ensures proper door operation geometry, stable door movement, and visual consistency with the graphite-colored body paint.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7176849-SG
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7176849
• Substitutable numbers: 7068077, 41517176849, 7176849, 41517132759, 7132759, 41517111397, 7111397, 41117174431, 7174431, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Sparkling Graphite Metallic - A22
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function in the BMW 5 Series E60/E61

The presented hinge is dedicated to the front left door of BMW 5 Series E60 and E61 models. It is responsible for properly supporting the door from the bottom, stabilizing its position relative to the pillar and sills, and influencing the smoothness of opening and closing. A properly selected hinge reduces excessive stress on the door panel and pillar, which is significant for the long-term operation of the vehicle.

Sparkling Graphite Metallic A22 color

The component is factory-finished in Sparkling Graphite Metallic A22, characteristic of many BMW 5 Series E60/E61 units. Thanks to this:

• you maintain color consistency in the hinge area and door edges,
• you minimize the need for additional paint work in this area,
• you maintain an aesthetic appearance of the body when the doors are open.

Construction and mounting fitment

The hinge has been designed as an original BMW component, which means compatibility with factory mounting points in the body and door. The construction ensures:

• stable door guidance in the vertical and horizontal axis,
• proper distribution of forces during opening and closing,
• the possibility of precise adjustment of the door position relative to the body.

Thanks to this, after replacing the hinge, you can effectively correct door sagging, uneven gaps, and closing issues.

Benefits of using a used OEM hinge

Choosing a used, original hinge for the BMW 5 Series E60/E61 is a solution that combines cost control with the preservation of factory mounting parameters. The most important advantages include:

• compatibility with the body structure – no need for hole modifications or shape adjustments,
• maintaining factory door geometry and gaps,
• the ability to restore proper lock and seal operation on the driver's side.

Application in body repairs

The lower front left door hinge is particularly useful for repairs after side collisions, replacing complete doors, or correcting worn mounting points. It works well both in body and paint workshops and for DIY repairs, where the priority is restoring factory panel fitment in the BMW 5 Series E60/E61.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the body area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as hinges, mounts, or small assembly parts, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

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