Cover Wheel Arch BMW i3 Front Right O/S Liner Housing Trim Rear Section 7368602

Cover Wheel Arch BMW i3 Front Right O/S Liner Housing Trim Rear Section is an original body component designed to protect the inner part of the wheel arch on the passenger side. This component from the Mudflaps group effectively limits dirt and water exposure to suspension components and body structures, improving the vehicle's durability and comfort.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7368602
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7368602
• Substitutable numbers: 51717368602, 7368602, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Rear, Right
• Category: Splash Guards & Mud Flaps

Purpose and technical function

The presented wheel arch cover is dedicated to BMW i3 models and is mounted on the right side of the vehicle, in the front and rear wheel arch area, in the rear section. Its task is to direct water, mud, and small debris away from under the wheel, which reduces the risk of accelerated corrosion and mechanical damage to suspension and body components.

Thanks to its factory fitment to the specific geometry of the BMW i3 wheel arch, the element ensures proper adhesion to the bodywork, which translates into stable mounting and predictable behavior when driving in difficult road conditions.

Benefits of using an original wheel arch cover

Using an original wheel arch cover from the BMW group allows for maintaining the structural integrity of the bodywork as well as the factory airflow and debris management within the wheel arch. In practice, this means:

• better protection of suspension components and shock absorber mounts against water and road salt,
• reduced risk of mud and stones accumulating in the corners of the wheel arch,
• maintaining an aesthetic appearance of the inner part of the wheel arch,
• easier visual inspection of the body condition in the wheel area.

Precise fitment to the specific model reduces the need for installation modifications and allows for efficient replacement of the damaged part in workshop or service conditions.

Installation characteristics

The wheel arch cover has been designed for installation in factory mounting points in the front and rear area on the right side of the vehicle. The design provides for cooperation with other wheel arch components, which facilitates proper positioning relative to the body and adjacent panels.

Due to its dedicated use for the BMW i3, installation in a vehicle consistent with the application is recommended, while maintaining the sequence of disassembly and assembly of other wheel arch elements. Proper seating of the cover affects the effectiveness of protection against dirt and the stability of the entire assembly while driving.

Condition and use in vehicle service

The item comes from the used parts segment, which makes it an attractive solution for post-accident repairs, body service, or restoring full functionality of the wheel arch area in a BMW i3 while maintaining reasonable costs. This type of component is particularly useful in situations where mechanical damage to the cover, cracks, or loss of mounts has occurred as a result of stone impact or contact with an obstacle.

Choosing an original, used wheel arch cover allows you to maintain compliance with the vehicle's factory specification, which is important both from the point of view of durability and the subsequent resale of the car.

Modernization expansion and technical knowledge

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the wheel arch area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, wheel arch panels, or complementary mudflaps, check the available parts in the BMW Mudflaps category.

If you are interested in a broader context of using used body parts and want to better plan the refreshing of an older car, it is worth reaching for practical tips on selecting and installing components – you will find them in the article The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from 1998–2012, which discusses modernization scenarios using parts from the secondary market.