Hood Bonnet Actuator BMW G30 G31 Hinge Pedestrian Protection Right O/S 7435798

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Hood Bonnet Actuator BMW G30 G31 Hinge Pedestrian Protection Right O/S is a passive safety system component responsible for the controlled lifting of the hood in the event of a collision with a pedestrian. Precisely matched to the design of the 5 Series G30/G31, it ensures proper cooperation with the hood hinge and the pedestrian protection system, maintaining factory operating parameters. Maintaining the efficiency of this component is crucial for the proper functioning of the entire front body safety system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7435798-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7435798
• Substitutable numbers: 7435798, 51237435798
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Bluestone Metallic - C2Y
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and technical function

The actuator operates in the front body area, where it is responsible for the dynamic lifting of the hood in a fraction of a second after detecting a pedestrian impact. This reduces the energy transferred to the body and increases the space between the hood and the hard components of the engine compartment. Precise operating characteristics are adapted to the geometry of the hood and hinge in the BMW 5 Series G30/G31, which allows for compliance with factory design specifications.

The placement on the right side of the vehicle ensures cooperation with the corresponding hood hinge and the pedestrian protection system control modules. Using the correct actuator on the appropriate side is essential for maintaining the symmetry of the entire system's operation.

Body fitment and Bluestone Metallic color

The presented actuator works with a hood painted in the Bluestone Metallic - C2Y shade. This means that its design and geometry are adapted to the specific profile of the hood used in this color variant, which facilitates proper alignment of the components and maintenance of the body lines.

Bluestone Metallic is a distinctive, elegant paint used on the BMW 5 Series G30/G31, which is why proper fitting of the hood structural components is important not only for safety but also for the visual consistency of the vehicle. Proper component alignment minimizes the risk of stress and improper hinge operation when opening and closing the hood.

Component characteristics and installation

The actuator is a component integrated with the hood hinge system, working with the sensors and the pedestrian protection system controller. Its task is a fast, controlled change of the hood position, so the design must meet requirements regarding durability, repeatability of operation, and resistance to operating conditions in the engine compartment.

During installation, it is important to:

• maintain the correct position relative to the hinge and hood,
• ensure proper connection to the factory mounting system,
• verify the correct operation of the pedestrian protection system after installation.

Professional installation allows for maintaining the full functionality of the safety system and avoiding diagnostic errors related to improper actuator operation.

Condition and service application

The offered actuator comes from the Hoods category, which means it is directly related to the construction and mechanics of the front engine cover. It can be used both for post-accident repairs and for replacing a damaged component of the pedestrian protection system when it is necessary to restore the full functionality of the system.

Choosing an original component from this group allows for maintaining compliance with the factory operating parameters of the system, and thus maintaining the proper level of passive vehicle safety. Consistency with BMW design is particularly important in the case of components that work with safety systems.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the front hood area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as reinforcements, hinges, or additional lifting mechanism sub-assemblies, check the available parts in the BMW Hoods category.

To expand your knowledge about solutions used in the premium segment and compare design solutions from different manufacturers, it is worth reading an article describing the development of systems and components in luxury sedans – you can find it here: Evolution of the Mercedes S-Class – innovations and parts over the years.