Third Brake Light Replacement

third brake light? you mean the lights at the top?

http://tis.spaghetticoder.org/s/view.pl?1/09/34/02

if you mean one of the other lights, i'm sure you can find the guide here.

How To Install New Top Brake Light!

The link provided excellent instructions. Thanks.

Here are some photos and steps for those interested in doing it themselves.

Part No. 63 21 3 440 408 - $105-ish (This is the red tail light. It also comes in a clear version)

Car off, trunk lid open.
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Be careful when pulling on this trim as the little plastic tabs could break.

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Once you've unscrewed all seven bolts, the spoiler is ready to be removed. I would enlist the help of a second person as the spoiler is kind of heavyish to lift from one end. The instructions state to lift the spoiler directly up (do not close the lid). Don't pull too hard -there are a few wires still attached, but not connected, to the spoiler. These will come out with the spoiler.

Lay the spoiler on a flat surface, so you can proceed with the removal of the light.

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The light is held in by two T20 screws. Once unscrewed, the light slides out easily.
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Replace the old with the new and reverse these steps to reinstall the spoiler.
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Enjoy! :angel:

Nice, this should be linked in the DIY sticky

Rear washer hose disconnected

This post was perfect for what I needed. Washer hose repaired easily. I didn't realize that the brake lights were dual element, so I checked and sure enough one was burnt. Easy fix as well.

Thanks.

Where can I get the light for E83 2005 x3?