Third Stop Lamp BMW F12 F13 Rear Trunk Lid Additional Brake Light 7210574

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Third Stop Lamp BMW F12 F13 Rear Trunk Lid Additional Brake Light is an original rear signaling lighting component designed for installation in the trunk lid of BMW 6 Series F12/F13 models. As part of the Main and center brake lights group, it provides clear, additional braking signaling, improving vehicle safety. The used OEM component allows for a technically correct replacement of a damaged third brake light without interfering with the vehicle's electrical installation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7210574
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7210574
• Substitutable numbers: 7210574, 63257210574
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Category: Centre & Third Brake Light Assemblies

Purpose and function of the third brake light

The presented third brake light is designed for installation in the rear of the vehicle, in the trunk lid, where it serves as an additional brake signal. Its placement at the eye level of drivers behind improves the visibility of the braking signal, especially in heavy traffic and adverse weather conditions. This increases the clarity of the vehicle's light communication and reduces the risk of rear-end collisions.

The element belongs to the Main and center brake lights group, which means it works with the main brake lighting system, activating simultaneously with the other brake lamps. The OEM design ensures compatibility with factory wiring and proper operation within the BMW lighting system.

Construction and fitment for BMW F12/F13

The Third Stop Lamp BMW F12 F13 Rear Trunk Lid Additional Brake Light has been designed for a precise fit to the shape of the rear lid. The properly selected housing geometry allows for correct seating in the factory mounting hole, without the need for body modifications. This maintains the tightness of the connection and a consistent stylistic line of the rear bodywork.

The original construction ensures:

• stylistic consistency with other BMW lighting elements,
• correct light dispersion towards the rear of the vehicle,
• stable mounting in the trunk lid, resistant to operational vibrations.

As an OEM component, the light is adapted to the electrical parameters of the BMW installation, which facilitates assembly and reduces the risk of errors in the lighting system diagnostics.

Benefits of using an original brake light

Using an original third brake light in a BMW F12/F13 brings a number of practical benefits. First and foremost, it ensures proper cooperation with the factory lighting system, including bulb failure monitoring or modules overseeing electrical load. By maintaining factory optical and electrical parameters, the brake signal remains clear and compliant with homologation requirements.

The most important advantages include:

• maintaining the original appearance of the rear of the vehicle,
• no need for electrical installation modifications,
• easier diagnostics in case of potential lighting faults,
• consistency with other brake system elements.

The used OEM element is a reasonable compromise between cost and quality, allowing for the restoration of full functionality of the brake lighting system without investing in expensive replacements of uncertain origin.

Condition, installation, and service application

The offered BMW trunk lid third brake light is a used component, intended primarily as a service part for post-accident repairs, replacement of a damaged trunk lid, or when fixing lighting faults. Thanks to its factory origin, it is possible to maintain the original vehicle specification, which is important for both safety and the car's value on the secondary market.

In practice, the installation comes down to:

• removing the damaged or faulty third brake light,
• connecting the plug to the existing electrical harness,
• seating and securing the element in the trunk lid according to the factory mounting points.

Such a solution shortens repair time and facilitates work for body shops and services specializing in the BMW brand.

Related BMW lighting elements

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 main brake lamps, center light modules, or additional signaling lamps, check the available parts in the BMW main and center brake lights category.

More practical information on how to effectively use used body and lighting elements in body repairs can be found in the article: Replacing body parts with used ones – can dismantled body parts look like new?.