BMW X5 Series E53 Left N/S Wing Mirror Glass Heated Wide Angle Blue

BMW X5 Series E53 Left N/S Wing Mirror Glass Heated Wide Angle Blue is an original component from the Exterior mirrors group, designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle. The blue wide-angle glass improves image clarity in the mirror, while the heating function supports safe driving in cold and humid conditions.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7039597
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7039597
• Substitutable numbers: 51167039597, 7039597
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Color: Blue
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Technical characteristics of the mirror glass

The presented mirror glass has been designed specifically for the left side of the BMW X5 E53, ensuring it maintains factory geometry and fits the original mirror housing perfectly. The applied wide-angle view reduces blind spots, which facilitates monitoring the situation in the adjacent lane and during parking maneuvers.

The blue finish of the working surface reduces glare from the headlights of vehicles behind, improving the driver's visual comfort after dark. The glass heating function allows for the rapid removal of water vapor and frost, which shortens the time needed to prepare the car for driving and increases safety in difficult weather conditions.

BMW fitment and mounting parameters

The element is intended for installation on the left side of the vehicle, which eliminates the risk of compatibility issues resulting from differences between the driver and passenger sides. The glass construction is consistent with the solutions used by BMW, which promotes proper seating in the mirror frame and correct cooperation with the electrical system responsible for heating.

The product belongs to the Exterior mirrors group, making it optimized for resistance to changing weather conditions, vibrations, and typical operational loads in daily driving. The used nature of the part allows for an economical replacement of damaged glass while maintaining the original vehicle specification.

Benefits of using heated wide-angle glass

The use of wide-angle glass translates into better control of the vehicle's surroundings, especially in urban traffic and on multi-lane roads. Heating the mirror surface reduces the risk of loss of visibility caused by fogging or icing, which is important both in daily operation and on longer trips.

The main advantages of this solution include:

• increased visibility in the side and rear zones of the vehicle,
• improved driving comfort after dark thanks to the blue tint of the glass,
• stable operation of the heating system in low-temperature conditions,
• maintaining consistent aesthetics with other body elements of the BMW X5 E53.

Practical application and additional resources

Replacing the side mirror glass is one of the most effective ways to restore full functionality to the side observation zone without the need to interfere with the entire mirror assembly. In the case of the BMW X5 E53, this allows for maintaining the original appearance of the vehicle and the proper safety parameters related to the driver's field of view.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as glass, inserts, or complete housings, check the available parts in the BMW Exterior mirrors category.

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