{"product_id":"engine-hood-catch-upper-lock-bmw-1-2-3-4-series-f-chassis","title":"Bonnet Hood Catch \/ Lower Lock – BMW 1, 2, 3 \u0026 4 Series \u0026 X1, M2, M3, M4 \u0026 Mini (11-21)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"44\"\u003eUpper Hood Catch (Locking Eye\/Latch)\u003c\/b\u003e for BMW’s F-chassis passenger models. Bolted directly to the underside of the aluminum or steel hood, this metal catch aligns with and locks into the lower hood latch mechanism mounted on the radiator core support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eBMW F-chassis vehicles utilize a dual-latch system (one on the left, one on the right) for safety and structural rigidity at high speeds. Pulling the interior hood release lever twice releases both safety catches, allowing the hood to be lifted. Over time, front-end collisions, slam-shutting a misaligned hood, or severe corrosion can bend or shear this catch. If it is damaged, the hood may fail to lock securely on one side, causing it to flutter at highway speeds or trigger a \"Hood Open\" warning on the iDrive screen. Replacing it is a quick two-bolt procedure, but requires careful alignment so the hood shut-lines remain flush with the fenders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVehicle Compatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e1 Series (F20 \/ F21):\u003c\/b\u003e 2011–2019\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2 Series (F22):\u003c\/b\u003e 2014–2021\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e3 Series (F30):\u003c\/b\u003e 2012–2019\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e4 Series (F32 \/ F36):\u003c\/b\u003e 2014–2020\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eM-Power variants (F80 M3 \/ F82 M4 \/ F87 M2):\u003c\/b\u003e 2014–2021\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eMINI\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: F54 (Clubman), F55-F56 (2014-2019)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/b\u003e Left or Right (Interchangeable)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Galvanized Steel \/ Zinc alloy\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BMW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48195191668975,"sku":"51237247080","price":195.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0769\/7183\/5631\/files\/2015-F30-3Series-Hood-Catch-Loop.png?v=1774393747","url":"https:\/\/myty.co.za\/products\/engine-hood-catch-upper-lock-bmw-1-2-3-4-series-f-chassis","provider":"MYTY Auto Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}