BMW F31 Rear Left N/S Trunk Lid Hinge Mediterran Blue Metallic C10 7298069

BMW F31 Rear Left N/S Trunk Lid Hinge Mediterran Blue Metallic C10 in Mediterranean Blue Metallic C10 is an original body component from the Trunk lids and rear parts category, designed for installation on the left side of the vehicle's rear section. It ensures factory-standard guidance and support for the trunk lid, which translates into correct opening geometry and secure closing of the lid.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7298069-MED
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7298069
• Substitutable numbers: 7298069, 41007298069
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Mediterranean Blue Metallic - C10
• Category: Boot & Hatch Lids

Purpose and function in the BMW F31 body

The presented hinge is dedicated to the rear left side of the BMW F31 estate body and is responsible for the stable attachment of the trunk lid to the body structure. The component operates on the lid's pivot axis, maintaining its correct position relative to the fenders, bumper, and seals, which reduces the risk of paint rubbing and leaks in the luggage compartment area.

The precise geometry of the hinge allows for maintaining the correct body line and facilitates the adjustment of gaps between the lid and adjacent panels. As a result, after replacement, it is possible to achieve a visually and technically consistent effect, similar to the factory assembly.

Mediterranean Blue Metallic C10 color and visual fit

The component is finished in Mediterranean Blue Metallic – C10, a characteristic metallic shade used by BMW. For users whose vehicle has the same paint code, this is a significant advantage – in many cases, it allows for reducing or completely skipping the process of repainting the hinge, which shortens repair time and reduces costs.

The metallic paint coating is matched to the factory BMW palette, which makes it easier to maintain color consistency in the rear part of the body, which is particularly visible when the trunk lid is open.

Vehicle placement and assembly aspects

The hinge is designed for installation in the rear left part of the vehicle, in the area where the trunk lid attaches to the roof and the side body structure. Such placement requires maintaining appropriate rigidity and resistance to loads resulting from frequent opening and closing of the lid, as well as the operation of gas struts (if present in the car's configuration).

In practice, the assembly involves mechanically bolting the hinge to the body structure and the trunk lid, while maintaining the correct tightening sequence and subsequent position adjustment. Thanks to the component's factory origin, it is possible to achieve correct fitment without the need for structural modifications.

Characteristics of the used part

As a used part, the hinge comes from vehicle dismantling and retains the original BMW construction. Such components are often chosen for post-accident repairs and when replacing worn-out consumables within the trunk lid area, as they allow for maintaining factory technical specifications within a reasonable budget.

In the case of trunk lid hinges, it is particularly important that the component retains its proper geometry and does not show deformation in the mounting areas – these are the parameters that are crucial for the correct operation of the entire lid opening and closing mechanism.

Benefits of using an original BMW hinge

• Factory fit for the BMW F31 construction in the rear left part of the body.
• Appropriate geometry ensuring correct guidance and closing of the trunk lid.
• Finished in Mediterranean Blue Metallic C10, promoting visual consistency.
• Suitable for use in post-accident repairs and when replacing worn-out lid mechanism components.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear body area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as hinges, brackets, or lid mounts, check the available parts in the BMW Trunk lids and rear parts category.

To better evaluate the advantages of installing original dismantled components in your car, it is worth reading the guide dedicated to this topic: Used parts for BMW – is it worth it? Key benefits for fans of the brand.