How to replace brake light bulb for BMW X5 five-door SUV (E53)
Model years: 1999 - 2006
Brake light is a stop lamp at the back side of the vehicle, which lights up in red every time driver applies brakes. Put another way, it is a notification the driver is intended to reduce the speed or come to a complete stop. Confirming brake lights are in a good condition is very important so that others can easily predict you are about to stop the vehicle. If the brake lights of the vehicle are not working, other road users might be unable to predict vehicle ahead is about to stop and the vehicles might collide. If you noticed, that any of brake lights got out of order, exchange the bulb with the new one with no hesitation. Prior to repairing broken brake light, be 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 X5 brake light bulb list:
| Body type | Position | Bulb specs | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Five-door SUV | 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.
