BMW E46 Facelift Front Bumper Tow Hook Cover – OEM 51117044125 / 51110030352

3D-printable replacement front tow hook cover for BMW E46, replacing BMW part numbers 51117044125 and 51110030352. Includes a separate printable spring/retaining clip for secure installation.

A functional 3D-printable replacement for the front bumper tow hook cover on the BMW E46.

The design corresponds to the following BMW part numbers:
51117044125 – primed replacement version
51110030352 – factory-painted version, now discontinued

This model was created as a practical replacement for a missing, damaged or broken original cover.

Unlike a simple cover, the design includes a separate 3D-printable spring/retaining clip. The spring slides into an integrated dovetail slot on the rear of the cover and provides the tension needed to securely snap the part into the original bumper opening.

No separate metal retaining clip is required.

Compatibility

Designed as a replacement for BMW E46 vehicles using OEM part numbers:

51 11 7 044 125
51117044125
51 11 0 030 352
51110030352

Please check the OEM part number and compare the shape of your original tow hook cover before purchasing or printing.

Different BMW E46 bumpers use different tow hook covers, so matching the OEM number is recommended.

Features

- Direct replacement for the original front tow hook cover
- Designed specifically for the BMW E46
- Separate printable spring/retaining clip included
- Integrated dovetail connection for the spring
- No separate metal clip required
- Designed to snap securely into the original bumper opening
- Suitable for sanding, priming and painting to match the vehicle
- Fully 3D-printable solution
- Files included
- Front tow hook cover – STL
- Retaining spring – STL
- Additional assembly/print files where applicable

Recommended print settings

Layer height: 0.10–0.20 mm
Infill: approximately 20%
Material: PETG
Supports: Build plate only where required

For the best cosmetic result, the printed cover can be sanded, primed and painted after printing.

Assembly

Print the tow hook cover and retaining spring separately.
Slide the printed spring into the dovetail slot on the rear of the cover.
Check that the spring moves and provides sufficient tension.
Test-fit the cover carefully in the bumper.
Sand, prime and paint the cover if required before final installation.
The spring provides the retaining force that holds the cover securely in the bumper opening.

OEM reference

BMW 51117044125
Primed replacement tow hook cover.

BMW 51110030352
Factory-painted version – discontinued.

This is an independently designed 3D-printable replacement part and is not an original BMW product.