Gas Spring BMW F10 F11 Pressurized Front Left Right N/O/S Hood Bonnet 7207188

Description

Gas Spring BMW F10 F11 Pressurized Front Left Right N/O/S Hood Bonnet is an original bodywork component responsible for the safe and stable support of the engine compartment hood. Thanks to its precise fit for the BMW 5 Series F10/F11 model design, it ensures convenient service access and comfortable hood operation. This is a practical solution for users who expect consistency with factory specifications and predictable performance of the lifting mechanism.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7207188
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7207188
• Substitutable numbers: 7207188, 51237207188, KD
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left, Right
• Category: Bonnet Panels

Purpose and vehicle placement

The gas spring is designed to operate in the front part of the body, where it is responsible for controlled opening and holding the hood in the service position. The design is intended for installation on both the left and right sides, which facilitates configuration according to the solution used in a given vehicle. Such placement ensures even load distribution and stable guidance of the hood during opening and closing.

Technical and functional characteristics

The hood gas spring works within the kinematic system of the hood hinges and mounts, ensuring smooth lifting and controlled lowering. Properly selected operating parameters translate into:

• stable holding of the hood in the open position without the need for additional supports,
• smooth hood movement without jerking or excessive play,
• reduction of loads acting on the hinges and mounting points.

By maintaining the factory mounting geometry, the gas spring works with original body components, which reduces the risk of improper fitment or stress in the hood structure. This solution is particularly important for frequent engine compartment access, e.g., in vehicles that are heavily used.

Condition of the component and practical application

The offered gas spring comes from dismantling and is a used component, which allows for an economical replacement while maintaining compliance with the factory standard. This type of component is particularly useful in situations where the existing gas spring has lost its operating properties, the hood falls on its own, or requires excessive force to lift. Replacing it with a functional unit restores proper hood operation and improves safety when working in the engine compartment.

Benefits of using the Gas Spring BMW F10 F11 Pressurized Front Left Right N/O/S Hood Bonnet

Using a dedicated hood gas spring in BMW F10/F11 models brings a number of practical benefits:

• Safe hood operation – reducing the risk of sudden falling during service work.
• User comfort – smooth opening and closing without excessive effort.
• Maintaining factory body geometry – no need for mounting modifications or interference with the hood structure.
• Consistency with other hood lifting system components, which facilitates diagnostics and potential future repairs.

Expanding bodywork repairs for BMW

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

For drivers who are simultaneously considering servicing or replacing powertrain components, a practical guide on choosing and operating transmissions may be helpful – more information can be found in the article Transmission: manual, automatic, or DSG – common faults and a guide to buying a used gearbox.