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Replacing the Third Brake Light Bulb

Model: BMW Serie 5 E39 - Years 1995-2003
Part: Timing belt

The following guide shows how to access the third brake light bulb, specifically how to remove the light assembly stuck in the tailgate. This is necessary to remove the bulb. Below the third brake light, there should be a piece of black plastic that you should be able to remove. Remove the protective rubber grommets from the tailgate and use a screwdriver to detach the locking tabs. You can use one hand to pull the light assembly outward. By doing this, you can extract the light assembly while being careful of the connections that link it to the tailgate. Insert the bulb and then reinstall the light assembly into its housing.

Updated on 10 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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