BMW F31 LCI Rear Bumper Towing Hook Eye Cover Trim Alpine White 300 7428436

BMW F31 LCI Rear Bumper Towing Hook Eye Cover Trim Alpine White is an original rear bumper towing eye cover designed for the facelifted 3 Series models. The component in Alpine White 300 color allows for an aesthetic closure of the bumper opening, restoring the consistent look of the rear bodywork and maintaining the factory BMW styling line.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7428436-AW
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7428436
• Substitutable numbers: 7428436, 51127428436
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and function of the component

The presented towing eye cover is dedicated to the rear body section of the BMW 3 Series F31 facelift (LCI). Its purpose is to cover the service opening in the bumper used for screwing in the towing eye. This ensures the bumper maintains a clean look, while the structure remains protected against road dirt.

The component belongs to the Bumper inserts and covers group, which means it works with the factory bumper structure without interfering with its geometry or the operation of the vehicle's safety systems.

Color and visual fit

The cover is finished in Alpine White 3 - 300, characteristic of BMW white paint shades. This ensures that after installation, the color continuity of the rear bumper is maintained, with no visible shade differences between the component and the rest of the bodywork.

The factory edge profiling and precise radii ensure that when installed correctly, the cover sits flush with the bumper surface, creating a cohesive, orderly panel without unsightly gaps.

Benefits of using an original cover

Using an original BMW component from the Bumper inserts and covers group ensures:

• a secure fit to the factory bumper opening without the need for modifications,
• preservation of the consistent styling line of the rear bodywork,
• protection of the bumper interior against dirt and moisture in the towing eye socket area,
• aesthetic finishing of the rear zone, especially important during post-accident repairs or bumper replacement.

The component in used condition is a sensible choice for maintenance repairs, allowing you to maintain the original vehicle specification while optimizing costs.

Installation zone and technical aspects

The cover is intended for installation in the rear part of the vehicle, in the bumper area, at the location provided by the manufacturer for the towing eye socket. The component's design is adapted to the standard mounting system, which facilitates installation and removal during potential towing.

By maintaining the factory shape and dimensions, the cover works with the original BMW F31 LCI bumper without affecting the operation of parking sensors or other systems located in this zone, provided they are present in the given vehicle configuration.

Repair economics and environmental aspect

Choosing an original, used towing eye cover is a solution that is both financially and environmentally beneficial. Reusing a functional component reduces the demand for new parts and aligns with the principles of a circular economy. If you want to better understand how such decisions affect the environment and your service budget, it is worth reading the article Circular economy in your garage – how choosing used parts from dismantling really supports environmental protection and your wallet?.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear bumper zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as covers, inserts, or additional trims, check out the available parts in the BMW Bumper inserts and covers category.