BMW 1 2 3 Series F20 F22 F30 F31 Front Bonnet Hood Hinge Right Estorilblau Blue

The BMW F20 F22 F30 F31 Front Right Hood Hinge is an original body part from the Hoods group, designed for precise guidance and support of the engine cover on the right side. The hinge ensures stable opening and closing of the hood, maintaining the correct geometry of the front body section in BMW F-series cars.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7286344-EB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7286344
• Substitutable numbers: 41617286344, 7286344, 41617298138, 7298138, 41007336702, 7336702, 51457124288, 7124288
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Estoril Blau Metallic - B45
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Hood Hinge Purpose and Function

The presented hinge operates in the front right part of the body, responsible for the controlled movement of the hood and its proper positioning relative to the fenders and the front panel. A correctly selected element of this type limits stress on the hood panel, reduces the risk of it becoming skewed, and contributes to even force distribution during opening and closing.

Thanks to its construction in line with factory BMW standards, the hinge works with original mounting points, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining factory gaps between body elements.

Estoril Blau Metallic B45 Color and Body Application

The part is finished in Estoril Blau Metallic – B45 color, which is particularly important for repairs where the hood and adjacent body parts are to remain in the same shade. In many cases, this allows limiting the scope of painting solely to the repaired panels, without the need to interfere with the hinge itself.

Color matching to the body also facilitates the assessment of any previous repairs in the front area, as the shade and texture of the paint on the hinge can indicate consistency with the rest of the bodywork.

Mounting and Operational Characteristics

As a part mounted in the front section, on the right side of the vehicle, the hinge is exposed to loads resulting from frequent hood opening and bodywork during driving. A properly selected and functional hinge:

• ensures smooth hood movement without jamming,
• limits lateral and longitudinal play of the cover,
• facilitates correct adjustment of the hood's height and line relative to the headlights and fenders.

An element from this group is particularly important after frontal or side collisions in the front panel area, when the supporting structure and hood mountings become deformed.

Part Condition and Benefits of Using an OEM Part

The offered hinge is a used part from disassembly, which allows maintaining the factory specification while reducing repair costs. Original BMW origin means maintaining the correct geometry, appropriate rigidity, and compatibility with factory bolts and mounting points.

Using an OEM part instead of an aftermarket one helps maintain the structural integrity of the front body section, which is important for both safety and for later adjustment of gaps and hood latch operation.

Integration with Other BMW Hood Components

Replacing the hood hinge often requires checking other components in this area, such as the other side of the hinge, the hood latch, or supports. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine cover's front section in your BMW and need other parts from the same group, such as additional hinges, latches, or hood supports, check the available parts in the BMW Hoods category.

Additional Technical Information and Part Selection

The part has an assigned OEM part number and interchangeable numbers, which facilitates unambiguous identification and selection for a specific BMW F-series body version. Before purchasing, it is advisable to compare the markings with the vehicle's documentation or the existing part to confirm full structural compatibility.

For users interested in a broader context of using original body components and structural differences between model generations, an article comparing the classic and modern Mini might be helpful – Classic Mini vs. Modern MINI – How Has the Design Changed and Which Original Mini Parts Help Preserve Their Character, which illustrates the importance of correctly selecting OEM parts for long-term operation.