BMW F01 Rear Left Door Window Outer Weatherstrip Strip Cover Chrome 7178013

BMW F01 Rear Left Door Window Outer Weatherstrip Strip Cover Chrome is an original body component from the Window seals and trims group, designed for installation on the rear left side of the window. The chrome finish ensures a consistent look with factory BMW details, while the precise fit facilitates installation and restores the aesthetics of the side body section.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7178013
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7178013
• Substitutable numbers: 7178013, 51357178013
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Color: Chrome
• Category: Window Seals, Gaskets & Trims

Purpose and function of the component

The rear left outer window weatherstrip is responsible for a tight and stable seating of the window and an aesthetic finish of the body edge. In a BMW F01 class vehicle, this component:

• creates an external barrier against water and contaminants in the rear window area,
• stabilizes the window edge relative to the body panel,
• aligns the side profile of the car, maintaining the characteristic BMW design,
• reduces wind noise in the rear body area.

Thanks to its factory geometry, the strip maintains proper pressure against the window and body, which is crucial for maintaining tightness and proper water drainage from the window surface.

Construction, color, and fitment

The component has been designed specifically for the rear left part of the body, which ensures proper contouring relative to the roof line and pillar. The chrome finish highlights the window line and harmonizes with other decorative body details characteristic of the F01 series.

As a part from the Window seals and trims group, the product combines a sealing function with the role of a finishing element. The appropriately selected cross-section and stiffness of the strip facilitate installation and reduce the risk of deformation during window installation or removal.

Condition, application, and benefits of installation

The offered component is in used condition, which allows for an economical replacement of a damaged or worn strip while maintaining the original BMW specification. In practice, the installation of such a strip is particularly recommended when:

• the existing seal is cracked, deformed, or leaking,
• the chrome surface is dull or mechanically damaged,
• after body and paint repairs, it is necessary to restore the factory finish of the window edge.

Using an original component from the same model series makes it easier to maintain a consistent body line and minimizes the risk of fitment issues with the window and body.

Integration with other BMW body components

The strip works with other seals and trims around the rear window and side rear windows, creating a uniform sealing and finishing system. A correctly selected component on the left side of the rear window helps to:

• maintain an even line of chrome accents on both sides of the vehicle,
• preserve factory gaps between the window and the body,
• reduce the risk of corrosion in the window edge area thanks to proper water drainage.

This approach is particularly important in high-end vehicles, where finishing details have a direct impact on the visual perception of the entire vehicle.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side window and rear window zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional seals, decorative trims, or window edge finishes, check the available parts in the BMW Window seals and trims category.

For owners of older F01 series models who want to refresh the look of the body while optimizing costs, an article describing a practical approach to upgrading cars using used components may be helpful – more information can be found in the material Second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from 1998–2012.