BMW F40 Gas Filled Strut Engine Compartment Lid 7473453

BMW F40 Gas Filled Strut Engine Compartment Lid is an original component from the Hinges, locks and other hood parts group, designed to support and ensure stable opening of the engine hood in BMW F40 series models. The used gas strut provides factory-fit, predictable hood operation, and safe access to the engine compartment during service and daily use.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7473453
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7473453
• Substitutable numbers: 7473453, 51237473453, PK
• Category: Hinges, Latches & Additional Bonnet Components

Purpose and function of the BMW F40 hood gas strut

The hood gas strut in the BMW F40 is responsible for controlled lifting and holding the engine hood in a stable working position. A properly selected component guarantees:

• smooth hood opening without jerking,
• holding the hood in a safe position during service work,
• reducing the load on the hood hinges and locks,
• comfortable one-handed hood operation.

Thanks to a design consistent with BMW factory standards, the gas strut works with original hinges and locks, maintaining the correct geometry of the engine hood operation.

Benefits of using an original hood gas strut

Using an original hood gas strut in the BMW F40 allows you to maintain the consistency of the entire engine hood lifting system. A component from the same group as the hood hinges and locks ensures:

• factory fit to the mounting points on the body and engine hood,
• properly selected support force, reducing the risk of the hood falling on its own,
• stable operation throughout the full range of opening,
• preservation of the original hood operating characteristics intended by the manufacturer.

A used OEM component is also a way to rationally reduce repair costs while maintaining parameters similar to a factory-installed part.

Condition of the component and use in service practice

The BMW F40 engine compartment lid gas strut is offered as a used part, which allows for an economical replacement of a worn or faulty component without the need to reach for more expensive replacements. In service practice, such a gas strut is used primarily in situations where:

• the hood does not stay in the upper position,
• opening the hood requires excessive force,
• unnatural noises appear when lifting or lowering the hood,
• you want to restore the original functionality of the system after body and paint repairs.

Thanks to the preservation of the original design, the installation of the gas strut is simple for an experienced mechanic and does not require interference with other body components.

Integration with the system of hinges, locks and other hood parts

The hood gas strut works in one system with hinges, locks, and other elements responsible for positioning and locking the engine hood. Proper selection of this component has a direct impact on:

• even distribution of forces when opening and closing the hood,
• reduction of stress in the hinge mounting area,
• closing stability when working with the hood lock,
• overall ergonomics of engine compartment operation.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the engine area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional gas struts, mounting elements, or hood supports, check the available parts in the BMW hinges, locks and other hood parts category.

How to buy used OEM components wisely

Choosing a used hood gas strut is a compromise between costs and maintaining the manufacturer's specifications. To maximize the potential of a dismantled part, it is worth paying attention to:

• the origin of the component from the same model generation,
• consistency with the OEM part number and interchangeable numbers,
• lack of visible damage in the mounting area.

If you want to better understand how to optimize car service expenses while maintaining the appropriate quality of components, read the article Rising repair costs and the boom in used parts – how to save on car service?, where you will find practical tips on choosing used OEM components.