Rear Seat Backrest BMW F40 Right O/S Covering Leather Dakota Perforated

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Rear Seat Backrest BMW F40 Right O/S Covering Leather Dakota Perforated is an original upholstery component designed for the right side of the rear bench seat in BMW F40 series models. The cover is made of high-quality leather, which allows for maintaining a consistent, factory-original interior look and comfort in accordance with the manufacturer's standards. Thanks to its perforated structure, Dakota leather ensures better heat dissipation and higher comfort during long journeys.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9108318-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9108318
• Substitutable numbers: 52209108318, 9108318
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Upholstery material: Leather
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment

The backrest is designed as a rear seat component for the right side, allowing for precise fitment to the seat structure in the BMW F40. By maintaining the original geometry and mounting points, the cover works seamlessly with the factory backrest foam, safety systems, and interior trim elements.

This solution is particularly beneficial when replacing a damaged or worn section of upholstery, where maintaining color and material consistency with the rest of the rear bench seat is essential.

Material and functional properties

The cover is made of genuine Dakota leather, used as factory equipment in many BMW models. This material is characterized by:

• a uniform, aesthetic surface texture,
• appropriately selected thickness for stability and comfort,
• ease of maintenance with proper care.

Additionally, a perforated structure has been used, which enables better air circulation in the passenger's back area. In practice, this translates into higher thermal comfort, especially during the summer season and during extended vehicle use.

Benefits of using an original cover

Choosing an original rear seat backrest cover for the BMW F40 allows you to maintain the stylistic and technical consistency of the interior. This component:

• maintains the factory line of stitching and upholstery segments,
• is compatible with the backrest structure and factory mounting systems,
• allows for localized repair without the need to replace the entire rear bench seat.

This allows for an effective interior refurbishment, limiting upholstery work to the necessary minimum while preserving the original BMW character.

Practical application and installation

The cover is intended for installation by upholstery workshops or service centers with experience in working with BMW leather upholstery. Proper tensioning of the material, alignment of the perforated zones, and fitting to the backrest foam are crucial for the final visual effect and the durability of the seams.

With correct installation, you achieve an aesthetic, even tension of the leather, preservation of the factory stitching lines, and full functionality of the rear seat on the right side, in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.

BMW seats and benches – expansion and modernization

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the rear bench seat area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as seat cushions, backrests, or additional upholstery segments, check out the available parts in the BMW seats and benches category.

More about premium interior construction

If you want to better plan your cabin modernization, choose the right seats, upholstery elements, and aftermarket multimedia, it is worth checking out the guide on our blog: Premium interior for half the price: second-hand seats, steering wheels, and multimedia. You will find practical tips on selecting, installing, and assessing the condition of used interior equipment components.

For those interested in the environmental impact of such solutions, we have also prepared material describing the benefits of reusing original components: Sustainable automotive: How purchasing original used parts reduces your carbon footprint and protects the environment?. This will make it easier for you to assess how replacing a backrest cover with an original aftermarket component fits into a more conscious approach to vehicle maintenance.