BMW F22 F23 Rear Bumper Tow Eye Cover Trim Cap Melbourne Red - A75 7285527

BMW F22 F23 Rear Bumper Tow Eye Cover Trim Cap Melbourne Red - A75 is an original body component from the Bumper inserts and covers group, designed for installation in the rear bumper section. Precise fitment and the factory Melbourne Red Metallic – A75 paint finish allow for restoring the consistent look of the bumper after repairs or replacement of towing components.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7285527-MRT
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7285527
• Substitutable numbers: 51117285962, 51117246864, 51117285960, 51117246856, 51117285961, 51117246863, 7285962, 7246864, 7285960, 7246856, 7285961, 7246863
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Part type: Bumper Insert
• Color: Melbourne Red Metallic - A75
• Category: Bumper Inserts & Covers

Purpose and function of the component

The tow eye cover mounted at the rear of the vehicle is responsible for aesthetically closing the service opening in the bumper, which is used for screwing in the towing eye. For BMW 2 Series F22/F23 models, a correctly selected cover allows for maintaining the continuity of the bumper line, limiting the accumulation of debris, and protecting the structure against direct exposure to external factors. This element is particularly important after accident repairs, bumper replacement, or body and paint work, when it is necessary to restore the factory appearance of the rear part of the body.

Color and paint matching

The cover is finished in Melbourne Red Metallic – A75, characteristic of BMW's sporty configurations. This makes it possible to maintain color consistency with the originally painted bumper without the need for additional painting of the component, assuming the body color matches the A75 code. The metallic shade provides a visually attractive effect that harmonizes well with the 2 Series body line, and a properly selected shade minimizes visual differences between the bumper and the cover under typical operating conditions.

Placement on the vehicle and installation

The cover is designed for installation at the rear of the vehicle, in the bumper zone, in the factory-designated spot for access to the towing point. The design of the component is prepared for standard mounts, which allows for installation in place of the original cover without the need for bumper modifications. Proper seating of the cover in the bumper socket restores surface continuity, reduces the risk of the element falling out while driving, and improves protection of the bumper interior against water and dirt.

Product characteristics and service application

The offered component comes from the BMW range, which means compliance with factory bumper geometry and quality standards applied by the manufacturer. This is a used part, which in practice is a cost-effective solution for service repairs where both fitment and cost control are important. The cover will prove useful in situations such as:

• replacing a missing component after removing the tow hook,
• repairing the bumper after a collision or point damage,
• restoring a consistent look to the rear of the body after body and paint work.

Compatibility within the parts group

The component belongs to the Bumper inserts and covers group, which means it works with other bumper components within the same mounting system. In practice, this facilitates the selection of parts during a comprehensive repair of the rear bumper in a BMW 2 Series F22/F23, especially when other covers or inserts are also being replaced. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear bumper zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as additional covers, inserts, or grilles, check the available parts in the BMW Bumper inserts and covers category.

Technical support and service knowledge

When performing service work on vehicles with a diesel engine, it is also worth paying attention to the condition of the fuel system. In diagnostics and maintenance, an article describing the symptoms and consequences of neglect in this area may be helpful – more information can be found in the material Diesel injector faults – how to recognize them and the risks of neglecting them, which provides practical knowledge for comprehensive car maintenance.