BMW "Check Brake or Rear Lights
BMW X5 - "Check Brake or Rear Lights How to replace brake lights and rear brake light on BMW only 1 out of 10 times has the problem actually been a bulb. Most often display when extremely moist outside, like rain for days. Problem is connection between bulb holder and rear tail lights assembly. Hassle to fix cause tight quarters but definitely a do-it-yourself (DIY) job. Background: BMW X5, 4.4i, model year 2000, 133,700 miles. "Check brake lights" or "Check rear lights" display. Tools needed: - Electrical contact cleaner (sold at home improvement stores and Radio Shack). - Small needle nose pliers. To replace brake lights: You get to brake or rear lamp assemblies (attached to SAV) by removing the access panel on each side. A connector off the wiring harness connects to the tail light light assembly and provides power to 3 lamp holders via bare metal strips around the holes in the light assembly that are used to hold the lamp hold...