BMW 3 Series E36 Coupe Saloon Rear Third Stoplamp Lamp Brake Light Red 8363491

BMW 3 Series E36 Coupe Saloon Rear Third Stoplamp Lamp Brake Light Red is an original component from the Main and center brake lights group, designed for installation in the rear of the vehicle body. The red lens ensures a clear braking signal, improving safety while maintaining the factory look characteristic of BMW E36 models. This is a solution for users who want to maintain the stylistic consistency of the car while ensuring compatibility with the factory lighting system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8363491
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8363491
• Substitutable numbers: 63258363491, 8363491, 63258369030, 8369030, 63251393340, 1393340, BG
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: Red
• Category: Centre & Third Brake Light Assemblies

Purpose and function of the brake light

The presented brake light has been designed for installation in the rear of the vehicle, where it is responsible for clearly signaling the braking process. The red lens is selected to ensure proper light visibility for drivers behind, which is important both in city traffic and on highways. Using an original BMW component helps maintain proper optical parameters and compatibility with the factory electrical system.

Construction, color scheme, and fitment for BMW E36

The lamp uses a red lighting element, which is the standard for brake lights in BMW vehicles of this generation. This ensures visual consistency of the rear body section, and the brake light remains clearly recognizable. The design intended for rear mounting allows for proper seating in the body and cooperation with factory mounting points, which facilitates work for mechanics and those servicing the car themselves.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered brake light is a used component, which in practice means it comes from vehicle disassembly and may show signs of wear typical for parts from the secondary market. At the same time, it retains the functionality required for further operation in the brake lighting system. Choosing an original, used BMW component often allows for better fit and durability than many low-budget replacements, while maintaining a favorable price-to-quality ratio.

Application in the Main and center brake lights system

The lamp can serve as a main or center element in the brake light system, depending on the specific configuration of the BMW E36 body. A properly functioning brake light is important both from a safety point of view and for technical inspection requirements. Using an original component from this group helps maintain uniform color and light intensity between individual light points in the rear of the vehicle.

Practical benefits of installation

Replacing a damaged or faulty brake light with an original BMW component allows you to:

• restore full efficiency of the braking signaling system,
• maintain the factory look of the rear body section,
• preserve compatibility with the electrical installation without additional modifications,
• minimize the risk of problems during periodic technical inspections.

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 additional brake lights, center brake light modules, or complete rear lamp assemblies, check the available parts in the BMW Main and center brake lights category.

For drivers considering wider use of parts from the secondary market, including lighting components, an article describing when used subassemblies are the most cost-effective choice may be helpful – more information can be found in the material on the validity of using used parts in popular brands.