BMW F30 F31 E60 E87 E82 X3 F25 Sun Visor Holding Clamp Left Right N/O/S 7145718

BMW F30 F31 E60 E87 E82 X3 F25 Sun Visor Holding Clamp is an original BMW interior component designed to secure the sun visor on either the driver or passenger side. Thanks to its precise fit for specific body generations, it ensures stable visor guidance and an aesthetic finish for the headliner without any play or unwanted vibrations.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7145718
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7145718
• Substitutable numbers: 51167145718, 7145718
• Location on the vehicle: Right, Left
• Category: Trim

Purpose and function of the component

The sun visor clamp in BMW 1, 3, 5 Series and X3 models is responsible for securely holding the visor in its resting position and during rotation. The component works in direct contact with the headliner, which is why its proper fit is important for both user comfort and the visual consistency of the interior. The precise geometry of the mount allows for smooth guidance of the visor arm, reduces the risk of jamming, and minimizes noise while driving. This is particularly important in vehicles used daily, where repetitive movements of the sun visor can eventually reveal the inaccuracies of aftermarket replacements.

Compatibility and vehicle placement

The presented clamp is designed to work on both the right and left sides of the interior, which facilitates the selection of the part when replacing a single mount. This solution allows for maintaining visual consistency on both sides of the cabin and reduces the number of part variants needed for service. The original fit for specific BMW generations translates into:

• proper alignment with the headliner and the visor arm,
• preservation of the factory interior finish line,
• stable holding of the visor without excessive play.

Performance characteristics and advantages

As a component from the Linings, trim strips, and decorations category, the clamp directly influences the perceived quality of the cabin. A properly selected component reduces the risk of the visor sagging, rotating uncontrollably, or creating unpleasant noises when driving over bumps. Key benefits of using the original clamp include:

• maintaining factory ergonomics of the sun visor operation,
• consistent interior appearance without visible differences in shade or shape of the element,
• the possibility of trouble-free installation in place of a worn or damaged mount. The product comes from dismantling, which allows for combining reasonable cost with the preservation of the original BMW specification, without the need to resort to random replacements.

Condition of the component and practical application

The offered clamp is a used part, which in practice means it has already been verified in real operating conditions. Such interior components, when installed correctly, retain their functionality for a long time, and their replacement is often one of the fastest methods to restore the comfort of using the sun visor. Replacing the clamp is especially recommended when:

• the visor does not hold its position and sags on its own,
• there are rattles or noticeable play when rotating the visor,
• mechanical damage to the mount occurred during headliner removal or service work.

Expanding your BMW interior upgrade

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the interior finish zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional trim strips, check the available parts in the BMW Linings, trim strips, and decorations category. When planning broader service work, it is also worth paying attention to the selection of used elements in other vehicle systems. In the context of savings and safety, a guide on purchasing components from the secondary market may be helpful, available in the article Fuel dosing problems: what to look for when buying a used injection pump and fuel rails?, which shows how to consciously approach the choice of used parts.