BMW X5 Series E70 E70N LCI Rear Door Brake Grommet Left N/S Cover 7176423

The BMW X5 E70 E70N LCI Left Rear Door Hinge Cover is an original body part from the Door Seals group, designed for installation in the rear left area of the vehicle. It ensures proper coverage of the door hinge, supports the seal and aesthetics of the door edge, and helps to limit the ingress of dirt into the hinge mechanism. This is a practical solution for users who want to maintain the factory character and functionality of the rear body of the BMW X5 E70 / E70N LCI.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7176423
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7176423
• Substitutable numbers: 51227176423, 7176423, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Category: Door Seals

Purpose and Function of the Part

The Left Rear Door Hinge Cover is specifically designed for the rear left side of the body, ensuring a perfect fit with the door and pillar geometry in the BMW X5 E70 and E70N LCI. Its functions include:

• protecting the hinge from dust, moisture, and minor debris,
• reducing air drafts around the hinge area,
• maintaining a consistent finish line for the door edges,
• supporting the sealing function in the rear body area.

Thanks to its precise fit for the specific model, the cover works in conjunction with other door trim elements, contributing to stable door positioning and improved interior acoustics.

Compatibility and Fit for BMW X5 E70 / E70N LCI

This part is designed for installation in BMW X5 E70 generation vehicles, including facelifted versions (E70N LCI), in the rear left section of the body. Its placement on the vehicle is factory-defined as Rear – Left Side, eliminating the need for adjustments or modifications to its shape. The appropriate profiling allows for correct adhesion to the door and pillar structure, as well as compatibility with factory mounting points.

This solution simplifies service installation – the cover can be used when replacing a damaged part, during accident repairs, or when adjusting doors where restoring the complete hinge assembly is required.

Product Characteristics and Service Application

As a part from the Door Seals group, the Left Rear Door Hinge Cover serves a complementary role to the main perimeter seals. In practice, this means it:

• stabilizes the hinge area, limiting direct contact of the mechanism with external factors,
• helps maintain a uniform gap between the door and the body,
• contributes to minimizing the risk of accelerated hinge wear due to dirt ingress.

This product is suitable for both professional body and paint shops, as well as workshops specializing in the BMW brand, where maintaining the original construction and correctly restoring the factory door assembly is crucial.

Condition, Origin, and Benefits of Using a Used Part

The cover comes from the BMW offering and is a used part, allowing for economical repair while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. Choosing this solution is beneficial when:

• preserving the factory fit to the door structure,
• ensuring visual consistency with other body elements,
• reducing repair costs while maintaining original quality of workmanship.

Using an original hinge cover on the rear left side of the vehicle helps restore proper hinge operation and the aesthetic appearance of the door edges after bodywork repairs or door replacement.

Expanding Repair Scope and Additional Materials

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door area in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as additional seals, edge protectors, or sound-deadening profiles, check the available parts in the BMW Door Seals category.

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