BMW 5 Series E60 LCI Right Trunk Lid Boot Tailgate Hinge Arm O/S Orient Blue

BMW E60 Rear Tailgate Hinge Right is an original body part from the Tailgates and Rear Lids category, designed for the right side of the tailgate. This used, blue OEM part ensures proper tailgate geometry, stable operation, and secure closing, contributing to the comfort of daily use of your BMW car.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7034246-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7034246
• Substitutable numbers: 41627111388, 7111388, 41627116780, 7116780, 7034246
• Location on the vehicle: Right
• Color: Blue

Purpose and Function of the BMW E60 Rear Tailgate Hinge

The presented hinge is dedicated to the right side of the rear tailgate in the BMW 5 Series E60 model. It is responsible for precisely guiding the tailgate along its opening and closing path, maintaining it in the correct position, and evenly distributing loads onto the body structure. This ensures smooth tailgate operation without unwanted play, reducing the risk of sheet metal deformation and leaks.

Construction, Color, and Fitment

The hinge is factory-prepared for installation on the right side of the vehicle, facilitating correct alignment with the tailgate and fender. The blue surface finish allows for aesthetic matching with bodywork in a similar color tone or serves as a solid base for potential repainting in a different shade. The OEM construction ensures compatibility with factory mounting points and maintains the original tailgate kinematics.

Benefits of Using a Used Original Hinge

Using a used, original rear tailgate hinge for the BMW E60 allows for the preservation of the mechanism's original operating parameters at a reasonable repair cost. Key benefits include:

• maintaining the correct geometry for opening and closing the tailgate,
• secure tailgate guidance without excessive play or jumping,
• compatibility with factory body and tailgate mountings,
• installation without altering the vehicle's structure.

This makes the part a practical solution for post-accident repairs, replacement of worn hinges, or tailgate fitment adjustments.

Installation and Service Application

The right rear tailgate hinge for the BMW E60 is designed for installation in place of the original part, using the factory mounting points. In service practice, it is used for:

• body repairs after collisions in the rear of the vehicle,
• resolving issues with a sagging or misaligned tailgate,
• restoring correct body gaps and lines,
• replacing worn or bent hinges after years of use.

Choosing an original part from the same model series facilitates bodywork and painting, and also reduces the time required for tailgate adjustment after installation.

Compatibility within Interchangeable Numbers

The offered hinge has assigned interchangeable numbers, which simplifies verifying compatibility with specific BMW E60 configurations in parts catalogs. This allows for precise selection of the part for a given vehicle, minimizing the risk of incorrect fitment and the need for assembly modifications.

If during body repairs you also need other parts related to the rear tailgate of BMW vehicles, such as additional mountings, brackets, or complete tailgate structures, check the available parts in the BMW Tailgates and Rear Lids category.

For a comprehensive approach to vehicle servicing, especially when combining bodywork with comfort system checks, it is worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips on selecting and operating components responsible for interior temperature – detailed information can be found in the article Air Conditioning and Heating – Part Selection and Maintenance for Year-Round Comfort.