Hood Hinge (Left) / used
Seller: Marketplace seller
$30
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Identify
- Service part
- Pending
- Block casting
- Pending
- VIN digit 8
- Pending
Years
- Application
- 2010-2016 F10 5-Series sedans
- Application
- 2010-2017 F11 Touring wagons regardless of whether equipped with the N52
Power
- Engine
- 3L I6 Naturally Aspirated N52B30 (240hp)
- Codes
- Pending
- Inventory
- $30 asking
What to know before swapping
European and some Japanese-market vehicles may be equipped with Active Pedestrian Protection (SBA/AUFS) featuring pyrotechnic hood hinges; visually verify standard mechanical spring design before purchase
F07 5-Series Gran Turismo utilizes a liftgate rather than hood and requires entirely different strut mechanisms; not interchangeable despite shared F1x platform architecture
Early 2010 production models may exhibit minor casting flash differences; verify bolt pattern spacing against your strut tower mount before final installation
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The left hood hinge for the 2011 BMW 528i (F10 chassis) secures the aluminum hood to the strut tower and carries primary OEM reference 41617207537. This stamped-steel assembly interchanges across all 2010-2016 F10 5-Series sedans and 2010-2017 F11 Touring wagons regardless of whether equipped with the N52, N55, or N63 powerplants. When inspecting salvage units, verify the part number 41617207537 is cast into the bracket spine and check for spring fatigue—a common failure after 100,000 miles causing hood sag—or bending from minor collisions. The three mounting bolts require 12 Nm torque during installation; leave them loose until hood gaps are aligned to 3.5mm specifications. Note that companion part 41617207538 for the right side mirrors this design. Critical distinction: European-market vehicles may utilize active pedestrian-protection hinges (SBA) with pyrotechnic actuators—these are not interchangeable with the standard mechanical design and require specific sensors. Always compare mounting footprints against your damaged unit, as the F07 Gran Turismo utilizes liftgate struts rather than conventional hood hinges despite shared platform underpinnings.
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Applications
| Year | Make | Model | Engine | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | BMW | 528i | 3L I6 Naturally Aspirated N52B30 (240hp) | 80% |
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