{"product_id":"bmw-e46-3-series-front-bumper-tow-hook-cover-standard-bumper-towing-eye-cap-for-318i-320i-325i-325xi-330i-330xi-sedan-touring-replaces-part-no-51117044125","title":"BMW E46 3 Series Front Bumper Tow Hook Cover – Standard Bumper Towing Eye Cap for 318i 320i 325i 325xi 330i 330xi Sedan \u0026 Touring | Replaces Part No. 51117044125","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRestore the original appearance of your BMW E46 front bumper with this replacement tow hook cover, designed for select 2002–2005 BMW E46 3 Series Sedan and Touring models equipped with the standard facelift front bumper. Identified by BMW original equipment part number 51117044125, this small exterior trim component covers the front towing-eye access opening while maintaining the clean, factory-style appearance of the bumper.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe BMW E46 front bumper incorporates a dedicated opening that provides access to the vehicle's threaded towing-eye mounting point. Under normal driving conditions, this opening is concealed by a removable plastic cover, allowing the bumper to maintain a smooth and consistent exterior appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause the tow hook cover must be removed whenever the front towing eye is used, it is a component that can easily become lost, scratched, cracked, or damaged. Aging plastic retaining tabs may also deteriorate over time, causing the cover to loosen or detach from the bumper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis aftermarket replacement is intended to restore the original bumper opening coverage on compatible E46 Sedan and Touring vehicles. Its factory-style shape and retaining features are designed to match the corresponding standard front bumper configuration when the original opening and mounting points remain intact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike universal bumper accessories, this product is associated with a specific BMW part number and bumper design. It is intended for the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efacelift E46 Sedan\/Touring standard front bumper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, not the M Sport, ZHP, Coupe, Convertible, or M3 bumper configurations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether replacing a missing tow hook cap after vehicle recovery, repairing damaged bumper trim, or completing an exterior restoration, this front bumper towing-eye cover provides a practical replacement for maintaining the original appearance of your BMW E46.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW E46 Facelift Compatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Designed for compatible 2002–2005 E46 Sedan and Touring models.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOEM Replacement Reference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Replaces BMW part number 51117044125.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStandard Front Bumper Design:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Intended for the original non-M Sport facelift bumper configuration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTowing-Eye Opening Coverage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Conceals the front threaded towing-eye access point.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory-Style Exterior Appearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Helps restore the original continuous appearance of the front bumper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMolded Plastic Construction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lightweight exterior trim construction intended for the corresponding bumper opening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal-Style Retaining Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Designed to engage the compatible bumper cover mounting points.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplacement for Missing or Damaged Caps:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suitable for replacing a lost, scratched, cracked, or loose original towing-eye flap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaintable Appearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The original BMW component is supplied primed; confirm the finish of the aftermarket version.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePractical Exterior Restoration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Replaces the small bumper cover without requiring an entire front bumper assembly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits of Replacing a Damaged Front Tow Hook Cover\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRestores the Front Bumper Appearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA missing tow hook cover leaves a visible opening in the front bumper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplacing the original cap helps restore the smooth, factory-style exterior appearance of the BMW E46.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConceals the Towing-Eye Access Point\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cover is designed to conceal the front towing-eye opening during normal vehicle use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can be removed when access to the appropriate towing-eye mounting point is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelps Maintain Original Bumper Trim\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA correctly matched replacement preserves the intended exterior trim configuration without requiring permanent bumper modifications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for Cosmetic Repairs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cover is useful after towing, bumper repairs, repainting, or accidental loss of the original component.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvoids Unnecessary Bumper Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen the bumper itself is undamaged, replacing the missing towing-eye cap is a simpler cosmetic repair than replacing the complete bumper cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFITMENT \/ VEHICLE COMPATIBILITY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW E46 3 Series Sedan – Facelift Standard Bumper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately September 2001 Production Through 2005\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 318i Sedan:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Selected international-market applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 320i Sedan:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Selected applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 325i Sedan:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2002–2005\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 325xi Sedan:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2002–2005\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 330i Sedan:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2002–2005\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 330xi Sedan:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2002–2005\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimary North American Fitment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 325i, 325xi, 330i, and 330xi Sedan models with the standard facelift front bumper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW E46 3 Series Touring \/ Wagon – Facelift Standard Bumper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 318i Touring:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Selected applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 320i Touring:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Selected applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 325i Touring:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Selected 2002–2005 applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 325xi Touring:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Selected 2002–2005 applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 330i Touring:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Selected international-market applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 330xi Touring:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Selected applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTouring fitment requires the corresponding facelift standard front bumper with the same tow hook cover opening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional International-Market Diesel Models\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelected facelift E46 Sedan and Touring models may also use the corresponding cover, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 318d\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 320d\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 330d\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 330xd\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Diesel engine compatibility does not independently establish fitment. Verify the factory bumper configuration and original cover reference.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExcluded BMW E46 Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW E46 323i:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Earlier non-facelift bumper application.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW E46 328i:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Earlier non-facelift bumper application.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW E46 323Ci \/ 325Ci \/ 328Ci \/ 330Ci:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Coupe bumper configuration differs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW E46 Convertible:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Different front bumper and towing-eye cover arrangement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW E46 M3 Coupe:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Different M3 front bumper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW E46 M3 Convertible:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Different M3 front bumper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW E46 Compact:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Different front-end design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW E46 ZHP \/ M Sport II:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Requires a different towing-eye cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW E46 M Aerodynamics Package:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Not compatible with the standard bumper cap unless the actual installed bumper matches reference 51117044125.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFitment Requirement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Verify the original bumper design, vehicle production date, and towing-eye opening shape before ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFront bumper tow hook cover compatibility is determined by the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebumper configuration and body style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, rather than engine displacement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW M54 Inline-Six\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 320i:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2.2L, selected facelift Sedan\/Touring applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 325i:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2.5L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 325xi:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2.5L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 330i:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3.0L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 330xi:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3.0L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW M56 Inline-Six\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 325i SULEV:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Selected applications with the corresponding standard facelift bumper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW Four-Cylinder Gasoline Engines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelected international-market facelift models equipped with N42 or N46 engines may use the corresponding bumper cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBMW Diesel Engines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelected M47 and M57-powered facelift Sedan\/Touring applications may use the matching standard front bumper design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Engine compatibility does not guarantee fitment. The correct bumper and original towing-eye cover reference are essential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Replacement Part Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary BMW OEM Reference\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e51117044125\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e51 11 7 044 125\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e51-11-7-044-125\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW Catalog Description:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Flap, Towing Eye, Primed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAftermarket Partslink Reference\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBM1029102\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an aftermarket body parts identification reference, not an additional BMW original equipment part number.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Bumper References – Not Interchangeable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e51117893378:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Front tow hook cover for the E46 ZHP \/ M Sport II bumper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e51117044116:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Standard facelift E46 Sedan\/Touring front bumper cover assembly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The part numbers above identify different components or bumper configurations. Do not substitute the ZHP\/M Sport cover for the standard front bumper cap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Front Bumper Tow Hook Cover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlternative Names:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Towing Eye Cover \/ Tow Hook Cap \/ Front Bumper Towing Flap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Exterior Bumper Trim Replacement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle Manufacturer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e BMW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle Platform:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e E46 3 Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimary Compatible Body Styles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sedan and Touring \/ Wagon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimary Model Years:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2002–2005\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction Range:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e From Approximately September 2001, Depending on Model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimary OEM Part Number:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 51117044125\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAftermarket Partslink Reference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e BM1029102\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequired Bumper Configuration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Standard Facelift Front Bumper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstallation Location:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Front Bumper Towing-Eye Opening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle Position:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Front\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimary Function:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Covers the Front Towing-Eye Access Opening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Molded Automotive Plastic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExact Polymer Grade:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Supplier Verification Required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal BMW Finish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Primed \/ Paintable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAftermarket Product Color:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Verify Actual SKU\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSurface Finish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Factory-Style Exterior Bumper Trim\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaint Matching:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e May Be Required to Match Vehicle Exterior Color\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMounting Design:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Factory-Style Retaining Tabs \/ Clips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExact Dimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Supplier Verification Required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eM Sport \/ ZHP Compatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoupe \/ Convertible Compatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eM3 Compatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectronic Components:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e None\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectronic Programming Required:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Quantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e One Cover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Category:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Aftermarket Exterior Bumper Accessories\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackage Contents:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e One front bumper tow hook cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe towing eye, complete bumper, mounting brackets, paint, and additional hardware are not included unless specifically confirmed in the actual product package.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimary OEM Reference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 51117044125 identifies the corresponding front towing-eye flap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStandard Bumper Requirement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Compatible with the standard facelift E46 Sedan\/Touring front bumper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW E46 Sedan:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Compatible with selected facelift Sedan configurations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW E46 Touring:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Compatible with selected facelift Touring configurations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 325i:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Primary verified application for 2002–2005 standard bumper models.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 325xi:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Primary verified application for corresponding all-wheel-drive models.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 330i:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Primary verified application for 2002–2005 standard bumper models.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 330xi:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Primary verified application for corresponding all-wheel-drive models.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 318i:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e International-market fitment requires original-part verification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 320i:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Selected facelift standard-bumper applications are documented.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly Production E46:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vehicles produced before the September 2001 facelift generally require a different bumper cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeptember 2001 Production Change:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is an important reference point for the facelift Sedan\/Touring bumper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1998–2001 Pre-Facelift Sedan:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Not a guaranteed application.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBMW 323i \/ 328i:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e These earlier North American models should not be included as standard direct-fit applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eE46 Coupe Exclusion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Coupe bumpers use different towing-eye cover configurations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eE46 Convertible Exclusion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Convertible bumper configurations differ from the facelift Sedan\/Touring standard bumper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eE46 M3 Exclusion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e M3 front bumpers require their own towing-eye cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eE46 Compact Exclusion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Different front bumper design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZHP Package Exclusion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ZHP\/M Sport II bumper configurations use another cover reference.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eM Sport II Reference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 51117893378 is not interchangeable with 51117044125.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eM Aerodynamics Package:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Optional aerodynamic bumper designs may use different covers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAftermarket Front Bumpers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Custom bumper covers may not have the same towing-eye opening dimensions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eM3-Style Bumper Conversions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vehicles converted to M3-style bumpers may require an entirely different cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBumper Style Over Model Year:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The actual installed bumper determines fitment more reliably than the model year alone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFront Position Only:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This component is not a rear bumper tow hook cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTowing-Eye Opening:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The cover conceals the access point for the removable threaded towing eye.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTowing Eye Not Included:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This product does not include the metal towing eye.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot a Structural Component:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The plastic cover provides cosmetic coverage and is not intended to carry towing loads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Primed Finish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e BMW supplies the original reference in a paintable primed finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAftermarket Finish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Verify whether the supplied replacement is primed, bare plastic, painted, or textured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaint Matching:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A primed cover may require painting to match the vehicle's exterior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFactory Paint Codes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The correct exterior paint color should be established separately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlastic Retaining Tabs:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The retaining features must match the bumper's original mounting points.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroken Bumper Retainers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A replacement cover may not remain secure if the receiving bumper tabs are damaged.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCover Alignment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The replacement should sit flush with the surrounding bumper surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBumper Repairs:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Previous bodywork may affect the dimensions or condition of the towing-eye opening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollision Damage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A bent or distorted front bumper may prevent normal cover alignment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLost Original Cover:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e These caps can be misplaced or damaged after use of the towing eye.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExterior Weather Exposure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The cover is exposed to sunlight, rain, road debris, and changing temperatures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial Durability:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e UV and temperature resistance depend on the actual aftermarket material and coating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSurface Texture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Aftermarket plastic may vary from the original BMW finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle-Piece Replacement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The product is intended to replace one front towing-eye cap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo Mechanical Steering Function:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This component does not affect steering or suspension operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo Electronic Programming:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is a mechanical 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