BMW X5 E70 Front Bumper Grille Kidney Radiator Air Right O/S Chrome 7185224

BMW X5 E70 Front Bumper Grille Kidney Radiator Air Right O/S Chrome is an original front body panel component designed for installation on the right side. The chrome finish ensures a consistent look with the factory styling of the BMW X5 E70, and the use of a part from the Grilles and radiator covers category allows for maintaining proper airflow to the engine compartment. This used component is a practical solution for post-accident repairs or aesthetic restoration of the vehicle's front end.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7185224-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7185224
• Substitutable numbers: 7185224, 51137185224, KD
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Chrome
• Category: Grilles

Purpose and function of the component

The presented kidney grille is dedicated to installation in the front part of the body, on the right side of the vehicle. It is responsible for properly completing the set of grilles in the bumper and hood, as well as directing airflow to the radiator and other components located in the engine compartment. This ensures that both the characteristic BMW styling and the correct operating conditions of the cooling system are maintained.

Appearance and finish

The chrome surface of the grille creates a cohesive, elegant front, emphasizing the body lines of the BMW X5 E70. The Chrome finish blends well with factory trim and other decorative elements, making it easy to aesthetically replace a damaged kidney grille without the need to interfere with other parts of the car's front. The use of the original design ensures proper fitment with the hood, bumper, and left grille.

Mounting parameters and fitment

The element was designed with the factory mounting points of the BMW X5 E70 in mind, which allows for precise seating of the grille in the opening on the right side. Placement on the vehicle: front – right side makes it easier to select the correct component when replacing a unilaterally damaged kidney grille. The design intended for a specific model minimizes the risk of looseness, stress, and leaks within the front panel area.

Characteristics of the used part

As a used part, the kidney grille represents a reasonable compromise between repair costs and maintaining original manufacturing quality. This type of component is particularly useful for post-accident repairs when it is necessary to replace a single front element without interfering with other components. Using an original grille helps maintain a consistent vehicle appearance and proper fitment to factory mounts.

Application in the front panel system

The kidney grille belongs to the Grilles and radiator covers group, responsible for protecting the radiator and other front panel elements from larger debris while maintaining adequate airflow. Replacing a damaged kidney grille with a functional one helps restore proper air circulation, reduce the risk of larger foreign objects entering the engine compartment, and recreate the factory styling line of the BMW X5 E70 front end.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front panel area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, additional grilles, or radiator covers, check the available parts in the BMW Grilles and radiator covers category.

For drivers also considering the use of premium-class used components in other brands, practical tips on selecting and operating such components can be found in the article Used parts for Mercedes – original parts from dismantling, which discusses the advantages of using original dismantled elements in premium segment vehicles.