BMW E90 Rear Third Stop Lamp Brake Light Black 6946616

The BMW E90 Third Brake Light Rear Stop Light is an original part from the Main and Center Brake Lights category, designed for installation on the rear of the body. It provides clear, highly visible braking indication, enhancing driving safety in urban and highway traffic. A used OEM component is a sensible choice for drivers seeking a proven, functional solution at an attractive price.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6946616
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6946616
• Substitutable numbers: 63257145519, 7145519, 63256946616, 6946616, 63256946614, 6946614, 63257145515, 7145515, 63257145517, 7145517, 6946615
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Black
• Category: Centre & Third Brake Light Assemblies

Purpose and Function of the BMW E90 Third Brake Light

The third brake light, mounted at the rear of the vehicle, plays a crucial role in signaling braking, improving the car's visibility to drivers behind. In the BMW E90 model, it is integrated with the body line, thus maintaining a cohesive, factory look and correct light geometry. Using an original part from this series allows for compliance with the manufacturer's factory standards, both electrically and optically.

Construction, Color, and Body Fitment

The housing, in black, is designed to aesthetically complement the rear of the BMW E90, regardless of the body paint color. This color choice minimizes light reflections and provides a clear contrast for the emitted brake light. Its placement on the rear of the vehicle ensures the correct beam angle and compliance with vehicle lighting regulations.

The original design from the BMW range facilitates installation at factory mounting points, without the need for electrical modifications or bodywork alterations. This preserves the seal of connections and ensures stable lamp seating, reducing the risk of vibrations and premature wear.

Benefits of Using an Original Brake Light

Using an original third brake light in the BMW E90 translates into a number of practical benefits:

• maintaining factory lighting characteristics and brake signal visibility,
• precise fit to the rear of the body without additional adapters,
• consistent appearance with other lighting elements,
• reduced risk of electrical system errors due to compatibility with the factory wiring harness.

For users who wish to maintain their car in a configuration close to its factory state, choosing such a component is a technically safe and predictable solution in operation.

Component Condition and Vehicle Service Application

The offered third brake light is a used component, making it an advantageous alternative to new parts while maintaining the original BMW specification. This type of part is suitable for both standard replacement of a damaged lamp and for restoring the car to full functionality after a collision or bodywork and paint repairs.

Thanks to the preservation of the original manufacturing standard, installation is similar to the manufacturer's service procedures, and the lamp itself can work with the existing lighting system without additional modifications.

Other BMW Main and Center Brake Lights

If you are also looking for other BMW Main and Center Brake Lights for your car, check out the dedicated category: BMW Main and Center Brake Lights. There you will find a wide selection of components tailored to various models of this brand, making it easier to choose the right solution for a specific body version.

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