BMW F10 Trunk Lid Tailgate Hinge Right O/S Imperial Brillant Blue - A89 7204238

BMW F10 Trunk Lid Tailgate Hinge Right O/S Imperial Brillant Blue is an original body component from the Trunk lids and rear parts category, designed for the right side of the trunk lid. Finished in Imperial Blue Metallic - A89, it ensures visual consistency of the bodywork and proper hinge geometry for BMW 5 Series F10 models.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7204238-IBB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7204238
• Substitutable numbers: 7204238, 41627204238
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Imperial Blue Metallic - A89
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and function of the trunk lid hinge

The trunk lid hinge in the BMW F10 is responsible for stable guidance of the lid, controlling its movement, and ensuring correct positioning relative to the fenders and rear bumper. The right hinge works in tandem with the left one, ensuring even opening and closing of the lid, which reduces stress on the body panels and seals.

A properly selected component from this group minimizes the risk of the lid becoming misaligned, rubbing against adjacent body panels, or causing leaks within the luggage compartment. In the case of post-accident repairs or replacing a corroded mount, using an original hinge is crucial for maintaining factory assembly clearances.

Color and body matching

The presented hinge comes in Imperial Blue Metallic - A89, which facilitates integration with bodywork painted in the same tone. In many cases, this allows for limiting the scope of paintwork to minor touch-ups, speeding up the repair process and reducing its cost.

Color matching is important not only for aesthetic reasons but also for practical ones – with correct installation and adjustment of the trunk lid, the risk of visible shade differences in the hinge area is minimized, especially when the lid is open.

Vehicle placement and assembly aspects

The hinge is designed for installation on the right side of the trunk lid in the BMW F10. Correct placement is essential for:

• maintaining the lid's rotation axis in the factory position,
• ensuring even load distribution during opening and closing,
• maintaining tightness and proper adhesion of the seals.

The component from the Trunk lids and rear parts group is structurally prepared to work with original mounting points in the BMW body, which facilitates installation and adjustment. With proper setting, it is possible to precisely align the lid lines with the fenders and rear bumper.

Characteristics of the used part

As a used part, the BMW F10 trunk lid hinge is a solution that allows for optimizing repair costs while maintaining the original construction. Such components are frequently chosen for post-accident repairs, where both compliance with factory specifications and the economics of the entire process are important.

Using an original hinge from the secondary market promotes the preservation of proper joint rigidity and compatibility with other rear body components, such as the lid, actuators, or seals.

Complementary BMW body 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 additional hinges, mounts, or lid supports, check the available parts in the BMW Trunk lids and rear parts category.

To better plan your body and rear system repair budget, it is worth learning about the advantages of using original parts from the secondary market – you can find more practical tips in the article Brake calipers under the microscope: How to effectively reduce brake system repair costs by choosing proven recycled parts, the conclusions of which can also be applied to other vehicle components.