BMW E61 Cover Wheel Arch Touring Rear Right O/S Wheel Housing Splash Guard

BMW E61 Cover Wheel Arch Touring Rear Right O/S Wheel Housing Splash Guard is an original body component from the Mud Flaps category, designed to protect the rear right wheel arch area in BMW vehicles. Precise fitment for the specific model ensures stable mounting, effective debris drainage, and improved protection of suspension and body components against water, mud, and minor mechanical damage.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7061246-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7061246
• Substitutable numbers: 51717061246, 7061246, 51717897204, 7897204, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Splash Guards & Mud Flaps

Purpose and function of the wheel arch liner

The presented wheel cover is designed for installation in the rear right part of the body, within the wheel well area. Its task is to limit the contact of water, road salt, and stones with the vehicle's structural elements, which helps maintain suspension stability and reduces the risk of accelerated corrosion.

Thanks to its factory geometry, the wheel arch liner creates a tight barrier between the tire and the body, which helps keep the wheel well area clean and facilitates subsequent service work. The properly contoured surface also supports controlled airflow and debris management while driving.

Construction and fitment for BMW

BMW E61 Cover Wheel Arch Touring Rear Right O/S Wheel Housing Splash Guard is a structural component prepared for factory mounting points in the BMW body. This means that installation is carried out without the need for modifications, drilling additional holes, or using non-standard brackets, which is important for durability and safety.

The original origin from the BMW OE range translates into maintaining the proper rigidity, shape, and compatibility with other wheel arch components, such as mounts, clips, or adjacent covers. As a result, the whole assembly forms a coherent protective system that works correctly both in daily city use and on longer trips.

Performance characteristics and installation

The rear right wheel cover has been prepared for operation in variable road conditions, typical for vehicles used all year round. The construction of the wheel arch liner is resistant to typical operational loads, such as impacts from small stones, contact with slush, or the effects of chemicals used on roads.

The placement in the rear right part of the vehicle facilitates service – after removing the wheel, access to the wheel arch is clear, and the replacement of the element can be carried out in standard workshop conditions. Precise fitment to the body limits the formation of play and unwanted vibrations, which is significant for both driving comfort and the durability of the mounts.

Condition and benefits of using a used part

The item is offered as a used part, which allows for an economical repair of the wheel arch zone while maintaining the original BMW specification. Compared to low-quality replacements, using an original wheel cover helps maintain the factory body geometry and proper wheel guidance within the wheel well.

Choosing an original wheel arch liner is a beneficial solution for users who want to restore the vehicle to a state close to factory condition, without interfering with the body structure. It is also a good solution for post-accident repairs, where compliance with the manufacturer's technical documentation is essential.

Expanding BMW body protection

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel arch zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, extensions, or splash guards, check the available parts in the BMW Mud Flaps category.

For users interested in a broader approach to selecting original components based on manufacturer markings and identification numbers, an article describing the practice of working with OEM parts may be helpful – more information can be found in the material about the Audi five-cylinder engine and selecting original parts by numbers, which discusses universal principles also useful when working with BMW components.