BMW F11 Touring Boot Lid Hinge Left N/S Trunk Tailgate Imperial Blue - A89

BMW F11 Touring Boot Lid Hinge Left N/S Trunk Tailgate Imperial Blue - A89 is an original body component designed for the left side of the boot lid in the BMW 5 Series F11 model. Finished in Imperial Blue Metallic - A89, it allows you to maintain the consistency of the body paint and restore the proper operation of the boot lid after mechanical damage. This is a practical solution for users who expect precise fitment and a solid construction in accordance with BMW standards.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7206641-IBB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7206641
• Substitutable numbers: 41627206641, 7206641, 7206639
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Imperial Blue Metallic - A89
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and function of the boot lid hinge

The presented hinge is a component from the Boot lids and rear parts group, responsible for stable guidance and support of the boot lid in the BMW F11 Touring. Mounted on the left side of the vehicle, it ensures correct opening and closing geometry, which translates into comfort of daily use of the boot and even load distribution on the lid structure.

Thanks to the factory geometry and properly selected mounting points, the hinge works with the actuators and other lid components, reducing the risk of misalignment, rubbing against the body, or excessive play while driving.

Color and matching of Imperial Blue Metallic - A89 paint

The component is finished in Imperial Blue Metallic - A89, characteristic of many BMW 5 Series F11 units. For owners of cars in this shade, this means the ability to maintain a consistent body line without the need for additional painting of the hinge, which shortens repair time and simplifies the installation process.

Selecting a hinge in the correct color is particularly important in the rear area, where any differences in shade may be visible when the boot lid is open. Using a component in the same paint code allows you to maintain aesthetics consistent with the factory look of the car.

Installation and operational characteristics

As a part intended for the left side of the vehicle, the hinge is structurally matched to the factory mounting points in the BMW F11 Touring. This facilitates installation in workshop or service conditions, without the need for modifications to the body or the boot lid.

The used nature of the component makes it a cost-effective solution while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. The hinge can be used both for post-accident repairs and for replacing worn or exhausted components of the lid mechanism.

Benefits of using an original BMW hinge

Using an original boot lid hinge in the BMW F11 Touring allows you to:

• maintain the factory lid guidance line and proper fitment with the body,
• maintain consistency with the body color in the Imperial Blue Metallic - A89 shade,
• reduce the risk of improper lid operation resulting from the use of replacements with different geometry,
• restore the comfort of operating the boot after mechanical damage or operational wear of the hinge components.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as hinges, mounts, or lid guidance elements, check the available parts in the BMW Boot lids and rear parts category.

Additional information for BMW users

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