BMW 5 Series E60 E61 LCI Seat Covering Cover Trim Inner Left N/S 7111145

BMW E60 E61 Seat Mounting Cover Left is a component designed for the side of the seat on the driver's or passenger's left side in BMW 5 Series E60/E61 models. It is responsible for the aesthetic finishing of the seat mounting area and protecting the adjustment mechanisms from accidental damage and dirt.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7111147
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7111147
• Substitutable numbers: 52107111147, 7111147, 7111145, 52107111145, AS
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Category: Seat Belts & Parts

Purpose and Function of the Component

The Left Seat Mounting Cover has been specifically designed for BMW E60 and E61 seats, taking into account the characteristic geometry of the rails and mounting points. Its purpose is to:

• Conceal the seat mounting area and rails in a manner consistent with the factory finish of the BMW interior.
• Protect the adjustment mechanisms from accidental kicks, shoe scuffs, or small objects being pulled under the seat.
• Provide stable guidance for the upholstery edge at the bottom of the seat, reducing the risk of it lifting or fraying.

Its placement on the left side of the vehicle ensures a precise fit with the specific seat geometry and the sills of the E60/E61 body, resulting in secure mounting and no play after installation.

Construction and Fit for BMW E60/E61

This component is manufactured as a dedicated cover for the seat mounting, with appropriately shaped clips and guides. This allows for:

• Precise alignment with the seat structure and factory mounting points in the floor.
• Recreation of the original interior trim line on the left side, without visible gaps or unnatural seams.
• Hassle-free removal and reinstallation during seat servicing or the installation of additional accessories.

As part of the Seat Belts and Parts group, the cover works in conjunction with the factory seat mounting system, which is an integral part of the vehicle's passive safety system.

Benefits of Using an Original Seat Mounting Cover

Using the correct, dedicated cover on a BMW E60/E61 offers a range of practical benefits:

• Cohesive Interior Appearance – maintaining the factory aesthetic of the cockpit and the floor area around the seat.
• Reduced Exposure of Structural Elements – lower risk of corrosion and mechanical damage to the rails and mounting bolts.
• Safer Seat Usage – reduced likelihood of objects getting jammed in the sliding mechanisms.
• Easier Interior Maintenance – simpler to keep clean in the area under the seat and near the sills.

Application in Service and Interior Restoration

The left-side seat mounting cover is particularly useful for:

• Accident Repairs, where the seat or its mountings have been damaged.
• Restoration of BMW E60/E61 Interiors, when factory covers are missing or visibly worn.
• Seat Swaps between vehicles or when replacing seats with a different variant within the same generation.

As a used original BMW part, this component helps maintain conformity with the factory design and avoids problems typical of universal aftermarket alternatives.

Other BMW Seat Belts and Parts

If you are assembling a seat mounting system or upgrading safety systems in your car, you can check the available BMW Seat Belts and Parts in our offer by following the link: BMW Seat Belts and Parts.

Technical Knowledge for BMW Users

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