BMW 1 Series E82 Front Bumper Flap Towing Eye Alpinweiss Alpine White 7178709

BMW 1 Series E82 Front Bumper Flap Towing Eye Alpinweiss Alpine White in Alpinweiss 3 – 300 is an original body component designed for installation in the front section of the vehicle. It provides an aesthetic finish for the towing eye opening, restoring the consistent look of the bumper and maintaining the factory body line characteristic of BMW.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0036078-AW
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0036078
• Substitutable numbers: 51110036078, 0036078, 7178709
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Alpinweiss 3 - 300
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The presented flap is dedicated to installation in the front body zone of the BMW 1 Series E82, in the location provided for the factory towing eye. Its purpose is to:

• close the opening in the bumper after removing the towing eye,
• protect the inside of the bumper from dirt and moisture,
• maintain a uniform painted surface of the front part.

By maintaining the original mounting geometry, the component ensures proper fitment with the bumper, which reduces the risk of looseness, vibrations, and unwanted gaps.

Color and paint matching Alpinweiss 3 – 300

The flap is finished in Alpinweiss 3 – 300, characteristic of many BMW 1 Series E82 units. Using the correct shade of white allows for visual matching to the factory body paint, which is particularly important when replacing a single component in the front of the vehicle.

In the case of renovation or paint correction, the ability to refer to a specific color code facilitates the painter's work and increases the chance of achieving a consistent visual effect across the entire surface of the bumper.

Installation characteristics

The towing eye flap has been designed as a component intended for installation in the factory front bumper socket. Properly shaped clips and guides allow the part to be seated in the intended place without the need for modifying the bumper structure.

With proper installation:

• the surface of the flap is flush with the surface of the bumper,
• the continuity of the body line is maintained,
• the towing eye opening remains accessible after removing the component.

Condition and use in body service

The offered component is used, which makes it a practical solution for body service, especially in the case of local damage or missing parts within the front bumper. This type of part will work well both for post-accident repairs and for supplementing missing details during vehicle renovation.

Using an original flap allows you to maintain the stylistic consistency of the front of the car and reduce costs compared to purchasing complete bumper components.

Expanding BMW configuration – category and additional elements

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front body zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, small mounts, or supplementary bumper details, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

Support in selecting parts by OEM numbers and paint color

When selecting body components, especially in a specific color like Alpinweiss 3 – 300, it is crucial to correctly use OEM numbers and paint codes. To minimize the risk of mistakes when shopping online and to better understand the process of verifying BMW component compatibility, it is worth reading the guide on online parts shopping without risk – verifying compatibility by OEM numbers and paint codes.

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