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41 00... Overview Of Spring Support Repair Elements

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 BMW X6 and 2010 BMW X6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Component Repair element Part number Matching
(1) Spring support Helicoil thread insert M10(1) 07 14 7 046 145 V-strut on spring support
  Helicoil thread insert M6(1) 07 14 6 046 334  
  Blind rivet nut M10 07 14 6 975 569 Threaded bolt with ball head for gas strut
(1) Necessary tools can be found in the Aftersales Assistance Portal (ASAP):

Service/Technology - Workshop Equipment (Start BMW) - Shop Workshop Equipment
Or at: www.bmw.group-wep.com
Carry out thread repair with HELICOIL THREAD INSERT .
Read and comply with tool manufacturer's instructions.
Fig 1: Identifying Spring Support
G08578008Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.