Backrest Cover BMW F15 F16 Front Seat Right O/S Heated Leather Black 7480158

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Backrest Cover BMW F15 F16 Front Seat Right O/S Heated Leather Black is an original cover from the Seats and benches category, designed for the front right seat in BMW F15/F16 series models. The black leather and integrated heating allow for maintaining consistent interior aesthetics and thermal comfort while preserving the factory character of the cabin.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7480158
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7480158
• Substitutable numbers: 7480158, 52107480158
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Color: Black
• Category: Seats and Sofas

Purpose and fitment for BMW F15/F16

The presented backrest cover has been designed specifically for the front right seat in the BMW F15 and F16, ensuring proper fitment to the frame structure and factory mounts. The vehicle placement, defined as front – right side, guarantees that the component will work with the stock rails, backrest cushion, and the electrical installation responsible for heating.

Thanks to the use of original geometry, the stitching lines and the shape of the leather panels are consistent with the factory BMW design, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining a consistent look for both front seats.

Material, color, and finish

The cover is made of black leather, selected for its compatibility with factory BMW upholstery. The black color allows for seamless integration with most interior configurations used in the F15 and F16, both in standard versions and more extensive equipment packages.

The leather surface provides a pleasant-to-touch, durable material that withstands daily use well. The structure and thickness of the leather are adapted for use on the seat backrest – they maintain appropriate flexibility while stabilizing the foam underneath, which translates into seating comfort and upholstery aesthetics.

Backrest heating and user comfort

A key feature of this cover is its preparation for the backrest heating function, which allows for maintaining or restoring thermal comfort in colder conditions. The design of the cover enables the correct placement of heating mats and their cooperation with the factory controls in the vehicle.

Proper fitment to the shape of the backrest promotes even heat distribution, which increases driver or passenger comfort and improves ergonomics during long journeys. The use of the original type of leather also helps in effectively conducting heat from the heating mats to the seat surface.

Condition, origin, and advantages of using a used part

The element comes from the BMW line and is classified as used, which means it was previously in service but retains functionality suitable for further use after proper installation. Choosing an original used cover allows for maintaining the factory finish standard while optimizing the costs of repair or interior modernization.

Compared to replacements, the original backrest cover provides better color matching, proper fit with the foam and frame, and predictable material behavior in the long term.

Application in tuning and interior renovation

This backrest cover will work well both for standard repair of damaged upholstery and for more extensive BMW F15/F16 interior tuning. Replacing just the cover allows for refreshing the cabin without the need to purchase a complete seat, which is a technically effective and economically justified solution.

If you are planning a broader modernization of seats or the steering wheel in your BMW and want to better understand the possibilities of personalization using second-hand elements, it is worth checking out the guide Car interior tuning with Global Parts, which describes a practical approach to selecting seats and other interior components.

Project expansion within BMW seats

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the seating area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as backrests, seat cushions, or complete seat structures, check out the available parts in the BMW seats and benches category.

To better understand the benefits of choosing original, used components, you can also refer to the article Quality assurance and OEM safety – why are used original car parts the best choice for your car?, which discusses the importance of OEM parts in the context of safety and repair durability.