BMW X5 E70 Rear Light In The Side Panel Right O/S Plug Socket Wiring 6984754

BMW X5 E70 Rear Light In The Side Panel Right O/S Plug Socket Wiring is an original rear lighting installation component designed for the right side of the vehicle. It ensures a stable electrical connection between the lamp and the wiring harness, which translates into reliable operation of the rear lights and brake lights in your BMW. It is a practical service solution for post-collision repairs, lamp replacement, or electrical system refurbishment.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7200818-5
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7200818
• Substitutable numbers: 63217158940, 7158940, 63217200818, 7200818, 6984754
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Rear Light Assemblies

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented plug socket is dedicated to the rear lighting system of the BMW X5 E70 model, located on the right rear side of the vehicle. It is responsible for the correct electrical connection of the lamp to the car's wiring, which is crucial for the operation of the position lights, brake lights, and other rear lamp functions.

Thanks to its factory-fit design for the specific body model, this component allows for maintaining the correct wire routing, reduces the risk of loose contacts, and facilitates the diagnosis of potential faults in the lighting circuit.

Construction and fitment for BMW X5 E70

The plug has been designed as part of the rear lamp electrical installation, with properly arranged pins and wire routing. The design of the socket allows for:

• secure fastening into the right rear lamp socket,
• maintaining the correct wire sequence in the lighting circuit,
• easy disassembly and reassembly during service work.

Its original BMW origin promotes compatibility with the factory wiring harness, without the need for modifications or manual wire soldering.

Service application and benefits of installation

BMW X5 E70 Rear Light In The Side Panel Right O/S Plug Socket Wiring is particularly useful in situations where the factory socket has been damaged due to contact corrosion, overheating, mechanical wire detachment, or post-accident repairs. Using the correct plug allows you to:

• restore full functionality of the rear lights and brake lights on the right side,
• minimize the risk of lighting errors on the dashboard,
• maintain compliance with BMW's factory safety standards.

This component is especially useful for professional body and electrical repairs, where a stable electrical connection and maintaining the original installation architecture are essential.

Condition characteristics and installation

The offered plug comes from dismantling and is a used part, making it an attractive cost-effective solution while maintaining the original BMW specification. Installation involves properly connecting the wires and seating the socket in the rear lamp on the right side, in accordance with the vehicle's factory layout.

Before installation, it is recommended to check the condition of the contacts and the harness to ensure proper conductivity and avoid voltage drops in the lighting circuit. A correctly installed plug supports long-term, consistent operation of the rear lamp.

Integration with other BMW lighting components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear lighting zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as rear lamps, control modules, or additional housings, check the available parts in the BMW rear lights and brake lights category.

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