BMW X5 Series E53 Right Engine Hood Hinge Bonnet O/S Oxfordgruen Green 8402174

BMW X5 Series E53 Right Engine Hood Hinge Bonnet O/S Oxfordgruen Green in Oxfordgruen Metallic is an original body component designed for precise guidance and stable support of the engine hood on the passenger side. Thanks to its factory geometry and perfect fit for the X5 E53 model design, it ensures reliable opening and secure closing of the hood, which is essential for both ease of operation and proper body panel alignment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7006124-OXF
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7006124
• Substitutable numbers: 41617006124, 7006124, 41618402174, 8402174
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Oxfordgruen Metallic - 430
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and function in the BMW X5 E53 body

The presented hinge is dedicated to the right side of the engine bay in the BMW X5 E53 series and is responsible for guiding the hood during opening and maintaining it in the correct position when closed. The component's design has been engineered to:

• maintain the correct gap geometry between the hood and the fenders,
• provide stable guidance of the hood during repeated opening,
• work in harmony with the factory hood lifting mechanism.

As a result, the hinge operates in a repeatable and predictable manner, which reduces the risk of stress on the hood skin and unwanted shifting during vehicle operation.

Oxfordgruen Metallic color – visual and installation aspect

The component is finished in the factory color Oxfordgruen Metallic – 430, characteristic of many BMW X5 E53 units. In practice, this means that if the vehicle's body paint matches, you can reduce or completely eliminate the need for additional painting of the hinge, which shortens repair time and simplifies the installation process.

Color matching is not only important for aesthetics – the factory paint coating also serves as a protective layer against external factors, which helps maintain the component's durability in the long term.

Technical characteristics and fitment

The hood hinge has been developed as an original BMW part, which translates into compatibility with factory mounting points on the body and the hood. Thanks to this:

• there is no need to modify mounting holes or create custom adapters,
• the correct kinematics of the hood movement are preserved,
• the risk of improper closing or rubbing against adjacent elements is minimized.

The Hoods category includes components directly related to the engine cover, which is why proper hinge fitment is crucial for the entire opening and closing system, as well as for the safety of vehicle maintenance.

Used condition and practical application

The offered hood hinge is a used part, which in the case of original BMW components often represents a favorable compromise between quality and repair costs. This type of component is particularly useful for:

• post-accident repairs in the front part of the body,
• replacing worn or deformed hinges,
• restoring proper hood alignment after previous bodywork interventions.

Choosing an original hinge from dismantling allows you to maintain the factory operating parameters of the hood, which is important both from a utility standpoint and for any potential future vehicle valuation.

Complementary items from the BMW Hoods category

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front body area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as hood skins, reinforcements, or additional mounts, check out the available parts in the BMW Hoods category.

Additional information and technical knowledge

BMW owners interested in broader use of parts from dismantling, especially in the context of electronic systems and comfort features, may be interested in an article dedicated to the operation and repair of modules in popular 3 and 5 series models – more information can be found in the material: Driving pleasure for years – how to take care of iDrive systems and electronic modules in BMW 3 and 5 series models.