BMW F10 Front Bumper Cleaning Nozzle Trim Cover Left N/S Sophistograu Grey - A90

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

BMW F10 Front Bumper Cleaning Nozzle Trim Cover Left N/S Sophistograu Grey - A90 is an original body component from the Bumpers and reinforcements group, designed for installation in the front left section of the vehicle. This precisely molded cover ensures an aesthetic finish for the headlight area and proper guidance for the washer nozzle, maintaining the factory bumper line and the stylistic consistency of the BMW bodywork.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7246869-SOP
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7246869
• Substitutable numbers: 7246869, 51117246869
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Part type: Bumper Reinforcement Beam
• Color: Sophistograu Grey Metallic - A90
• Category: Bumpers & Reinforcements

Purpose and function of the component

The headlight washer nozzle cover is dedicated to installation in the front bumper area on the left side, where it is responsible for masking the washer mechanism and ensuring its stable operation. The component contributes to the bumper's protective zone, limiting the ingress of contaminants into the washer socket and improving the visual consistency of the vehicle's front end.

Thanks to a design compliant with BMW factory standards, the cover maintains the correct geometry relative to the headlight and bumper edge, which facilitates installation and minimizes the risk of leaks or improper extension of the washer nozzle.

Color and paint matching

The component is finished in the Sophistograu Grey Metallic - A90 shade, characteristic of many high-end BMW paint configurations. This metallic color ensures visual consistency with bodywork in the same paint code, which in many cases allows for reducing or completely omitting additional paint work.

Selecting a cover in the correct color is particularly important in the front zone, where even minor shade differences are easily noticeable. Using the factory finish in Sophistograu Grey Metallic helps maintain a uniform surface for the bumper and headlight, which enhances the overall aesthetics of the vehicle.

Installation characteristics

The cover has been designed as a component matched to the factory BMW F10 headlight washer system, taking into account the correct placement on the vehicle in the Front, Left zone. Properly formed clips and working edges allow for installation in place of the original part, without the need for interference with the bumper structure.

With correct installation, you achieve:

• stable guidance of the washer nozzle during extension and retraction,
• proper adhesion to the bumper surface,
• preservation of factory gaps and body panel lines.

Condition and service application

The offered cover comes from a BMW vehicle and is a secondary market component, making it a cost-effective solution for post-accident repairs, replacing damaged bumper components, or restoring the vehicle to a factory-like condition. The used component allows for an economical rebuild of the car's front end while maintaining original geometry and compatibility with the headlight washer system.

Such a solution is particularly useful in situations where only the cover has been damaged, while the remaining elements of the washer system remain functional – replacing the cover alone restores full functionality and aesthetics to the headlight area.

Integration with other BMW body components

The cover works in conjunction with the front bumper, headlight, and washer mechanism, creating a coherent functional and stylistic system. Proper fitting of this component is important both for the operation of the washers and for protecting the headlight surfaces from dirt, which translates into driving safety at night and in difficult weather conditions.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front bumper area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional covers, reinforcements, or mounts, check the available parts in the BMW Bumpers and reinforcements category.

To better understand the impact of individual body components and vehicle systems on comfort and driving character, as well as to learn practical tips on selecting used parts, it is worth reading the article: Performance exhaust system: used manifolds and sports catalytic converters on the road.