2012-2015 BMW 6 Series Hood Hinge

Also known as

Bonnet Hinge

Hood Bracket

Bonnet Bracket

Hood Pivot Assembly

Hood Lift Hinge

What this part does

The hood hinge is the mechanical pivot point that secures the rear of the hood to the vehicle's unibody structure, allowing it to open and close smoothly. Mounted just beneath the cowl panel near the base of the windshield, it dictates the precise alignment and panel gaps between the hood, front fenders, and front bumper. If this hinge is damaged, bent, or bound up—typically resulting from a front-end impact or excessive force when closing an obstructed hood—the hood will sit unevenly or protrude above the fender line. A compromised hinge can also make the hood difficult to latch or cause it to rattle at highway speeds.

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Before you order

Verify whether the vehicle it came from and your vehicle share the same active pedestrian protection system (active hood), as the hinges for pyrotechnic-equipped hoods differ entirely from standard passive hinges. If your vehicle has sustained front-end damage, it is standard collision repair practice to replace both hood hinges as a pair, because the opposite hinge often suffers micro-bending that throws off panel alignment. Expect to perform manual gap adjustments at the mounting bolts during installation to achieve flush alignment with the front fenders.