BMW 3 E46 Saloon Coupe Rear Seat Left Right N/O/S Headrest Cloth Grey

BMW 3 E46 Saloon Coupe Rear Seat Left Right N/O/S Headrest Cloth Grey is an original upholstery component designed for the rear seat, allowing you to restore a consistent interior look and improve passenger comfort. This grey fabric headrest perfectly matches the factory cabin styling, serving as a practical and aesthetic addition to the rear of the vehicle. Thanks to its precise fit for the BMW E46 rear seat backrest construction, installation is predictable and convenient.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7045636
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7045636
• Substitutable numbers: 52207045636, 7045636
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right, Left
• Color: Grey
• Category: Door Panels

Purpose and fitment for BMW E46

The presented headrest has been designed for the rear seat of the BMW E46 in both Saloon and Coupe versions. The placement on the vehicle covers the rear side, both right and left, allowing the component to be used in various backrest configurations. By maintaining the factory mounting geometry, the headrest works with standard guides and the height adjustment mechanism, providing stable head support for the passenger.

Color and fabric finish

The grey color of the headrest upholstery has been selected to harmonize with typical BMW E46 interior configurations. The neutral shade facilitates integration with existing seat and door card upholstery, minimizing visible visual differences when replacing a single element. The fabric finish ensures a pleasant tactile feel and good resistance to daily use, which is important given the frequent folding and adjustment of headrests.

Utility and safety

The rear seat headrest plays a key role in ergonomics and neck protection for passengers during travel. The properly shaped cushion helps stabilize the head position, which increases comfort on longer journeys. At the same time, the correct positioning of the headrest is an essential element of passive safety, which is why using an original component with preserved geometry is a beneficial solution for interior repairs.

Condition and service application

The item is a salvaged part, making it an attractive alternative to new parts for post-accident repairs, replacing worn-out headrests, or completing missing rear seat components. A used headrest allows you to maintain the visual consistency of the interior without the need to interfere with other upholstery components, which is particularly important for localized repairs.

Integration with interior upholstery

As part of the Door upholstery group and an element of the broader interior trim, the rear seat headrest influences the perception of the entire rear passenger zone. Using an original BMW component helps maintain a uniform fabric texture, shade of grey, and the aesthetics characteristic of the brand. This is a practical solution both for workshops specializing in BMW service and for users independently completing their cabin equipment.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the door upholstery zone and the rear part of the interior in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as door cards, panels, or fabric inserts, check the available parts in the BMW Door upholstery category.

For those interested in broader improvements to cabin appearance, seat ergonomics, and the overall character of the interior, it is worth considering the inspiration and practical tips described in the article Car interior tuning with Global Parts, which shows how to use used equipment elements for functional car modernization.