How to replace tail light bulb for BMW 3 Series (E92, E93, E90, E91)
Model years: 2005 - 2013
Tail lights (aka rear lamps) are situated at the rear light cluster of the vehicle, which are intended to make car visible at nighttime. Aforesaid lamps emit red light as stop lamps, however the latter develops more intensive light. Typically Tail lights will be engaged while the headlamps are switched on. It's essential that no obstacles block visibility of the tail lights, otherwise the vehicle might become obscure. The same result applies for a broken tail light, for that reason consider replacing bulb as soon as failure has been noticed.
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 tail light bulb list:
| Body type | Position | Bulb specs | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coupe | Taillight | Type: LED | |
| Convertible | |||
| Taillight | Type: LED | ||
| Sedan/saloon | Taillight (2009-2011) | Type: LED | |
| Taillight (2005-2009) | Type: Single Filament Bulb (P21W) Voltage / Watts: 12V/21W | Amazon.com: $7.46pair Amazon.co.uk: £5.94pair | |
| Touring | Taillight (2009-2011) | Type: LED | |
| Taillight (2005-2009) | Type: Single Filament Bulb (P21W) Voltage / Watts: 12V/21W | Amazon.com: $7.46pair Amazon.co.uk: £5.94pair |
How to replace tail light bulb:
1.
Open the trunk.
2.
Remove rear lights cluster cover.
3.
Pull out the lights assembly.
4.
Locate tail 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 tail lights work.
Tail light bulb replacement instructions for:
3 Series (1990 - 1998)3 Series (1998 - 2006)3 Series (2011 - present)