Rear light has gone, how to replace it?

2016 BMW X1
80,000 MILES • 2.4L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CHRISTOPHER SA
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My girlfriend's rear light has gone. Do you have instructions for replacing it, as well as the brake light (since we're doing this we might as well change the brake light too)?
Jun 20, 2025 at 2:05 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

I attached the directions below for removing a taillight assembly. Once it is removed, you will then have access to bulbs for replacement.

When you do this, be careful not to scratch the paint when pulling the assembly for removal. The directions indicate to protect the paint by placing something like painter's tape or masking tape around the painted area.

Take a look at the directions and let us know if you have questions.

Take care,

Joe

See pics below. Note: Installation is the reverse of removal.
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Jun 21, 2025 at 9:21 PM