This answer is applicable for many BMWs in addition to the one listed below.
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car year: 2004
car model: X5 4.4i
Hi, been getting for quite a while an intermittent dash message. “Check Brake Lights” & “Check Rear Lights” Have also been told at times we have a brake light out. I replaced all the bulbs and 2
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Just purchased the Angel Eyes lights for my 2004 325 CI. I need to know how to remove the head light cover in my car, my car has one long piece.
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The later model E46 2-door headlights have the lenses glued to the headlight housing, in addition to the clips around the perimeter. You
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How do I replace a fog lamp on a 525i 2003?
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E39 chassis (5-series 97-03, 525i, 535i, 530i, 540i and wagons) fog light removal:
For fog light replacement, or bulb replacement, the light assembly must be removed. See the photos below for the basic steps.
Remove grill next to fog light by first removing the two
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1990 325i
The temperaure control is lit when the lights are on, but the fan control knob and the sliders for the air controls are not lit. Are these items supposed to be lit when the lights are on?
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Yes, all of the climate control knobs, sliders and face plate indicators should be lit when the
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How do I change the license light bulb on a BMW 525i? I look at the back and there is no way to tackle this without breaking it so I’m calling the expert.
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The license plate light lens units are press-fit into the trunk lid panel. You just pry the lenses out (from the outside)
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Once again I am in need of your expert knowledge. My ‘02 E46 330ci driver side headlamp went out on me yesterday. A couple of days back, the lamp indicator flashed but then went away and the headlight continued to work but now, it’s completely out. Is this as simple as me ordering one
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I’m restoring a 1985 325e coupe. I installed a front air dam that I got off of a 1987 325is. trying to locate the fog lights that fit in the air dam. They are similar to the fog lights that mount underneath bumper. The fog lights I’m looking for are set into a frame that
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2005
Mini Cooper S
Thanks to the corrosive winter roads of Michigan, I am in need of a right license plate bulb socket. All the googling in the world has not helped me locate a part number. Is this an item that Bavarian Auto can obtain, or am I dealer bound for this project?
Thanks for any help
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car year: 2000
car model: 323Ci
Hi I was wondering if you could tell me what’s wrong with my car? The headlights keep flashing as if a wire is faulty, and in the dashboard it shows that one of the back lights is off even though it’s perfectly fine. I took it to my mechanic and he
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In your catalog, you sell clear replacements for the amber side marker lights. How do I do the replacement on my 2003 330xi?
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The side marker/signal lights just snap out. Press the lens forward and pull the rear edge out of the fender, then remove the lens. The new unit is installed
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