Air Vents BMW F12 F13 Dashboard Centre Air Duct Panel Cabin Ventilation 9197489

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The product shows signs of use visible in the photos. 

Air Vents BMW F12 F13 Dashboard Centre Air Duct Panel Cabin Ventilation is an original cabin ventilation system component designed for installation in the front section of the cockpit. It ensures precise airflow direction and a seamless fit with the factory interior finish of the BMW 6 Series F12/F13. Thanks to its design, which complies with manufacturer standards, it is a service-friendly and high-quality solution.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-9197489
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9197489
• Substitutable numbers: 9197489, 64229197489
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Other Interior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function in the ventilation system

The presented air vent panel is a component of the ventilation system responsible for distributing air in the central part of the dashboard. Its placement in the front zone of the cabin allows for effective airflow direction towards the driver and passenger, which improves thermal comfort and windshield clarity in various weather conditions.

The panel's construction is matched to the factory shape of the BMW F12/F13 cockpit, which facilitates installation and ensures stable seating within the dashboard structure. The layout of the grilles and air ducts has been designed to ensure even airflow from the air conditioning and heating system.

Construction and fitment for BMW F12/F13

The central air vent panel has been developed as a component compliant with BMW brand requirements, ensuring stylistic consistency with other interior components. Properly contoured grilles and housing create a uniform line with the dashboard, which is important both aesthetically and ergonomically.

This element is intended for installation in factory mounting points, which limits the need for additional modifications. Such a solution promotes trouble-free replacement of a damaged or worn panel with a functional equivalent, while maintaining the original geometry and mounting rigidity.

Characteristics of the used component

The air vent panel comes from dismantling, meaning it is a used part that retains the functionality intended by the manufacturer. This type of component allows for an economical repair of the ventilation system while maintaining the vehicle's original specifications. For BMW interior elements, choosing a used part often represents a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining the factory look of the cockpit.

The use of original, used interior components is particularly important in high-end models such as the BMW 6 Series F12/F13, where material consistency, color matching, and precision of fit are paramount. As a result, after replacing the air vent panel, the ventilation system can operate stably, and the interior retains its character in line with the manufacturer's design.

Benefits of using an original air vent panel

Using a central air vent panel that complies with factory BMW specifications translates into several practical benefits:

• maintaining proper air distribution in the front part of the cabin,
• preserving the original geometry and appearance of the dashboard,
• easier installation thanks to matching factory mounting points,
• consistency with other ventilation and air conditioning system components.

For users who care about maintaining the character of their BMW F12/F13 interior, choosing such an element is a technically justified and operationally beneficial solution.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cockpit area and air vent system in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional grilles, air ducts, or covers, check the available parts in the Other BMW category.

Technical support and part selection

When choosing used interior and ventilation system elements, it is worth paying attention to their origin and compatibility with a specific body generation. For those interested in a broader context of using parts for this brand, an article discussing the advantages of such a solution may be helpful – more information can be found in the material Used parts for BMW – is it worth it? Key benefits for fans of the brand.

If you are also interested in comparing technical solutions used in sports versions of other premium brands, such as Audi, you can familiarize yourself with the analysis of structural differences in the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which discusses, among other things, the impact of components on vehicle handling characteristics and operation.