How to replace brake light bulb for BMW 3 Series (E36, E36/5)
Model years: 1990 - 2000
Brake light is a light indicator in the rear of a vehicle, which emits red light every time driver applies brakes. In other words, it is the sign, that the driver is about to slow down the vehicle or will achieve a full stop. Confirming brake lights are in a good condition is significant , otherwise vehicle speed reductions might by difficult to notice. As long as the brake lights of the vehicle are defective, the driver from behind will likely be less observant if the facing car is slowing down , thus car crash might occur. When noticed, that stepping on brake pedal neither of brake lights illuminates, make a push and replace the bulb. Just before mending inoperative brake light, assure you get the right bulb.
The life-time of a bulb is limited. Sooner or later, it will burn out and will have to be replaced. Bulbs, made of high quality materials, tend to last longer. It's recommended to use well known brand replacement bulbs.
If bulb burns out right after installation, your vehicle might have a problem inside electrical system - have it checked by auto electrician.
BMW 3 Series brake light bulb list:
Body type | Position | Bulb specs | Buy |
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Coupe | Brakelight | Type: Twin Filament Bulb (P21/4W) Voltage / Watts: 12V/21/4W | Amazon.com: $7.49pair Amazon.co.uk: £6.75pair |
Convertible | |||
Brakelight | Type: Twin Filament Bulb (P21/4W) Voltage / Watts: 12V/21/4W | Amazon.com: $7.49pair Amazon.co.uk: £6.75pair | |
Sedan/saloon | Brakelight | Type: Twin Filament Bulb (P21/4W) Voltage / Watts: 12V/21/4W | Amazon.com: $7.49pair Amazon.co.uk: £6.75pair |
Touring | |||
Brakelight | Type: Double Filament Bulb (P21/5W) Voltage / Watts: 12V/21/5W | Amazon.com: $9.99pair Amazon.co.uk: £5.39pair | |
Compact | Brakelight | Type: Double Filament Bulb (P21/5W) Voltage / Watts: 12V/21/5W | Amazon.com: $9.99pair Amazon.co.uk: £5.39pair |
How to replace brake light bulb:
1.
Open the trunk.
2.
Remove rear lights cluster cover.
3.
Pull out the lights assembly.
4.
Locate brake light bulb.
5.
Remove old bulb.
6.
Insert the replacement bulb.
7.
Apply rear lights cluster back.
8.
Apply rear lights cluster cover.
9.
Test if brake lights work.
Brake light bulb replacement instructions for:
3 Series (1998 - 2006)3 Series (2005 - 2011)3 Series (2011 - present)