BMW F46 Hood Strut Bonnet Support Gas Pressure Spring Active 7348853

BMW F46 Hood Strut Spring 7348853 is an original part from the Hinges, Locks, and Other Hood Parts category, designed for the front of the vehicle body. It holds the hood in a stable position when open, ensuring safe access to the engine compartment and comfortable servicing. Thanks to its factory BMW design, the spring works predictably and repeatably with other hood lifting mechanism components.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7348853
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7348853
• Substitutable numbers: 7348853, 51237348853
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and Function of the BMW Hood Spring

The hood strut spring in BMW F46 models is responsible for the controlled lifting and support of the engine hood from the front of the vehicle. A correctly selected part:

• stabilizes the hood's movement during opening and closing,
• reduces stress on hinges and locks,
• improves the ergonomics of engine compartment access,
• minimizes the risk of the hood unexpectedly dropping.

Due to its specific design for the BMW F46, the spring works with factory hinges and locks, maintaining the proper operating characteristics of the entire system.

Construction and Fit for BMW F46

The hood strut spring is designed as a dedicated component for the front of the BMW body, ensuring proper hood guidance throughout its range of motion. The design chosen by the vehicle manufacturer ensures:

• adequate support force for the hood in the open position,
• smooth operation under typical operating conditions,
• compatibility with factory mounting points.

Its original BMW origin promotes consistency with other body components and facilitates installation without modifications.

Characteristics of a Used Part

The presented hood strut spring is from secondary circulation, allowing for an economical replacement while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. A used component of this type is particularly attractive in situations where:

• the existing spring has lost its original characteristics,
• mechanical damage has occurred to the hood or hinges,
• maintaining the factory fit to the BMW body is important.

Choosing an original, used spring helps maintain the vehicle's structural integrity, which is important for both safety and everyday driving comfort.

Why Choose Original BMW Hood Parts

Components responsible for hood operation directly impact user safety during servicing. Using an original BMW hood strut spring helps to:

• maintain predictable hood behavior throughout its opening range,
• ensure compliance with factory body tolerances,
• minimize the risk of improper closing or excessive play.

If you are considering a broader modernization or repair of the hood opening mechanism and want to better understand the impact of spring components on body operation, the article describing the differences in suspension component characteristics and the selection of used parts may be helpful – check out the material Stock vs. Sport Suspension – Construction Differences and Is It Worth Buying Used Suspension Parts?.

If you are planning a comprehensive restoration of the hood opening mechanism in your BMW and are interested in other hood-related components, such as additional springs, locks, or brackets, check out the available parts in the BMW Hood Hinges, Locks, and Other Parts category.