BMW 3 E90 LCI Flap Towing Front Bumper Platinbronze Bronze - A53 7143746

BMW 3 E90 LCI Flap Towing Front Bumper Platinbronze Bronze is an original front bumper component designed to factory-mask the towing eye mounting point. Thanks to its precise fit to the body lines and the Platinbronze Metallic - A53 paint finish, this flap allows you to restore the aesthetic appearance of the vehicle's front end after a repair or bumper replacement. It is a practical solution for users who want to maintain the consistent look of their BMW after removing the tow hook.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 0036841-PB
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 0036841
• Substitutable numbers: 51110036841, 0036841, 51117143746, 7143746, AS
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Color: Platinbronze Metallic - A53
• Category: Other Exterior Parts & Accessories

Purpose and function of the component

The bumper towing flap is designed for installation in the front part of the body, at the location of the technical towing socket. Its purpose is to:

• protect the towing eye mounting hole from dirt and moisture,
• maintain the continuity of the bumper line after the tow hook is removed,
• reduce the risk of corrosion in the mounting area,
• preserve the factory look of the car's front end.

Thanks to a design consistent with the manufacturer's specifications, the component works with the factory mounting system, which facilitates easy installation and removal when needed.

Color and visual matching

The flap is finished in Platinbronze Metallic - A53, characteristic of selected paint configurations for the BMW 3 Series E90 LCI generation. Properly matching the shade allows you to:

• minimize visual differences between the bumper and the flap,
• maintain the consistent stylistic character of the car's front,
• avoid the need for additional painting when matching the same color code.

In the case of accident repairs or bumper replacement, using a component in the same shade makes it easier to restore the vehicle's original appearance.

Installation characteristics

The placement of the flap in the front of the vehicle makes it susceptible to typical operational damage, such as scratches or loss of the component during tow hook use. Replacing it with a properly selected component allows you to:

• restore the full functionality of the towing point cover,
• replace a missing bumper fragment without interfering with its structure,
• maintain proper fitment with other body components.

The item comes from a group of used parts, which provides a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications.

Application in service and body repairs

The bumper towing flap is particularly useful for:

• repairing the front of the vehicle after minor collisions,
• replacing missing details after removing the tow hook,
• restoring the visual completeness of the bumper after painting.

For body and paint shops as well as services specializing in the BMW brand, using an original component allows for maintaining consistent repair quality and reducing the time needed to fit replacement parts.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body area of your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional covers, grilles, or small mounting details, check out the available parts in the Other BMW category.

Support in part selection and technical knowledge

When working with body components and towing equipment, it is worth using reliable sources of technical information and comparisons between different solutions used by manufacturers. For a better understanding of structural differences and the approach to components in premium cars, you can read the article Audi RS vs other models – what is hidden under the hood and chassis?, which shows how manufacturers differentiate equipment and sub-assemblies depending on the version.

If you care about completing repairs efficiently without unnecessary downtime in the workshop, the material on parts logistics and the availability of used components from a single source may also be helpful – check the article how a wide assortment in one warehouse reduces car downtime at the mechanic to better plan the next stages of work on your car.