Side Panel Bracket BMW i3 Rear Right O/S Support Panel Bracket Mount 7296756

Side Panel Bracket BMW i3 Rear Right O/S Support Panel Bracket Mount is an original body component from the Rear wheel arches and fenders group, designed for the precise mounting of the right rear body panel. This solution allows for the restoration of factory body geometry, ensures stable panel support, and reduces unwanted stress in this area.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7296756-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7296756
• Substitutable numbers: 51137296756, 7296756, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Body Side & Quarter Panels

Purpose and function of the component

The side panel bracket is responsible for the stable connection of the rear right body panel to the vehicle's load-bearing structure. Its placement in the rear right area means the component operates in a critical zone where the bodywork absorbs loads resulting from driving, suspension movement, and trunk lid operation.

A correctly selected and installed bracket:

• maintains proper alignment of the rear right panel with adjacent body components,
• reduces vibrations and squeaks in the area of the wheel arch and rear fender,
• supports the maintenance of correct gaps between body panels.

Benefits of using an original BMW bracket

Using an original bracket in the BMW i3 allows for the preservation of factory mounting points and compatibility with the body structure. As a result:

• installation is predictable, without the need for structural modifications,
• it is easier to recreate the body line after bodywork repairs or collisions,
• compatibility with covers, wheel arches, and rear fenders on the right side is maintained.

The component from the Rear wheel arches and fenders category is crucial for the proper guidance of the panel edge and maintaining mounting stability in the area of the vehicle's rear right corner.

Vehicle placement and installation aspects

The bracket is designed for installation in the rear – right side zone, which facilitates the identification of the correct installation location during service work. Clearly defined placement on the vehicle helps avoid mistakes when selecting parts and speeds up the body repair process.

During installation, it is worth paying attention to:

• correct positioning relative to the body reference points,
• checking the fit of the side panel with the rear fender and adjacent elements,
• even tightening of the mounts to avoid introducing additional stress into the body structure.

Product characteristics and practical application

The offered bracket is a BMW part, which ensures compatibility with the i3 model design and predictable performance during operation. The product comes from the segment of used body components, making it a sensible choice for post-accident repairs, body geometry corrections, or replacing damaged mounts in the area of the rear right wheel arch.

In practice, the bracket will prove useful for, among other things:

• recreating the mounting of the rear right panel after mechanical damage,
• repairs in the area of the wheel arch and rear fender on the right side,
• restoring correct gaps and body lines after bodywork.

Expanding repairs within the wheel arch and rear fender

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear wheel arch zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as inner covers, outer panels, or fender mounts, check the available parts in the BMW Rear wheel arches and fenders category.

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