How to replace brake light bulb for BMW 3 Series (E92, E93, E90, E91)

Model years: 2005 - 2013
Brake light is a stop lamp at the back side of the vehicle, that produces red light each time brakes are used. Strictly speaking it is a warning, that the vehicle is about to throttle down or will discontinue rolling at all. Brake light bulb proper functioning is very important to assure safety of you and the other drivers. In the event of brake lights deterioration, the driver from behind will likely be less observant if the facing car is slowing down and high possibility to cause a road accident might emerge. Whenever noticed, that the brake light has gone out, do not think twice and replace the bulb. Just before mending inoperative brake light, make sure you purchase a suitable 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
Coupe
Brakelight
(2010-2011)
Type: LED
Brakelight
(2007-2010)
Type: Single Filament Bulb (W16W)
Voltage / Watts: 12V/16W
Amazon.com:
$6.99pair
Amazon.co.uk:
£3.48pair
Convertible
Brakelight
(2010-2013)
Type: LED
Brakelight
(2007-2010)
Type: Single Filament Bulb (W16W)
Voltage / Watts: 12V/16W
Amazon.com:
$6.99pair
Amazon.co.uk:
£3.48pair
Sedan/saloon
Brakelight
Type: Single Filament Bulb (P21W)
Voltage / Watts: 12V/21W
Amazon.com:
$7.46pair
Amazon.co.uk:
£5.94pair
Touring
Brakelight
Type: Single Filament Bulb (P21W)
Voltage / Watts: 12V/21W
Amazon.com:
$7.46pair
Amazon.co.uk:
£5.94pair
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 (1990 - 1998)3 Series (1998 - 2006)3 Series (2011 - present)