BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Steering Column Cover Dunkelbeige Dark Beige 6911537

BMW 7 Series E65 E66 E67 Steering Column Cover Dunkelbeige Dark Beige is an original interior component designed for the 7 Series E65, E66, and E67 generations. Thanks to its factory-fit design for the steering column, it ensures a cohesive cockpit appearance and stable mounting of the cover in the steering area. Finished in an elegant beige trim, it allows for the aesthetic replacement of a damaged or worn component without interfering with the steering system structure.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7045517-1
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7045517
• Substitutable numbers: 51457045515, 7045515, 51457045516 51457045517, 7045516, 7045517, 6911547, 6911542, 6911537
• Color: Beige
• Category: Steering Columns

Purpose and fitment for BMW 7 Series

The presented cover is a component from the Steering Columns group, designed specifically for the luxury BMW 7 Series E65, E66, and E67 limousines. The construction is based on the manufacturer's original design, which translates into a proper fit with the column, steering wheel, and other dashboard panels. As a result, the original installation geometry is maintained after assembly, and the component does not require any modifications or forced fitting.

Technical characteristics and color scheme

The steering column cover is manufactured as a rigid structural element, designed to cover the column mechanisms and visually organize the space around the steering wheel. The applied Beige color (Dunkelbeige / Dark Beige) is characteristic of light interior configurations of the BMW 7 Series, allowing for consistency with the upholstery, lower dashboard panels, and center console. The uniform color scheme minimizes the visibility of minor shade differences between components and facilitates integration with existing equipment.

Function in the steering column system

The cover performs several important functions in the steering column area:

• masks the mechanical elements of the column, improving cockpit aesthetics,
• creates an organized space around the steering wheel, promoting ergonomics,
• acts as an additional barrier against dirt entering the column zone,
• visually and structurally stabilizes the transition area between the dashboard and the steering wheel.

By maintaining the original geometry, the component does not affect the operation of the steering system or the position of the switches on the column, which is particularly important in high-end vehicles such as the BMW 7 Series.

Condition, origin, and practical application

The component comes from a used vehicle, which allows for an economical replacement of the cover while maintaining factory specifications. Choosing an original, used steering column cover is particularly beneficial when you want to:

• maintain consistency with the factory interior design,
• avoid problems with fitting aftermarket parts with different geometry,
• reduce repair costs while maintaining high build quality.

This solution is suitable both for replacing a damaged cover after a collision or disassembly, and for the aesthetic restoration of the cockpit in older BMW 7 Series models.

BMW steering columns – expansion and additional components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the steering area in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as additional housings, mounts, or lower covers, check the available parts in the BMW Steering Columns category.

Technical support and knowledge about the steering system

To better understand the role of the steering column, its covers, and related sub-assemblies in the entire vehicle steering system, it is worth consulting our guide. A detailed discussion of the construction, operation, and typical faults can be found in the article "Steering system and power steering – how it works and what fails?", which will help you consciously plan repairs and the selection of parts for your BMW.