BMW E91 Touring Rear Lamp Light Side Panel Plug Socket Wiring Right O/S 6984754

BMW E91 Touring Rear Lamp Light Side Panel Plug Socket Wiring Right O/S is an original electrical installation component designed to support the right rear lamp in the estate body version. Thanks to its factory-fit design for this specific BMW model, it ensures a stable electrical connection and proper operation of the vehicle's rear lighting. It is a practical solution for post-collision repairs, wiring damage, or lamp power supply issues.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7160062-3
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7160062
• Substitutable numbers: 7160062, 63217160062, 6984754
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Rear Light Assemblies

Purpose and vehicle function

The presented wiring harness is a component of the Rear lights and brake lights system and is responsible for supplying power and control signals to the right rear lamp. Its placement on the vehicle, specified as rear – right side, ensures that the component is structurally matched to the specific body part, which facilitates cable routing and correct connector positioning.

The harness includes cables and the lamp plug, allowing for the restoration of the original electrical circuit without the need for custom wiring or makeshift connections. This solution reduces the risk of voltage drops, contact overheating, and malfunctions of position lights, brake lights, or turn signals.

Benefits of using an original BMW wiring harness

Using a dedicated harness in a BMW E91 provides a number of practical technical benefits:

• factory-matched cable length and routing for the right rear body section,
• connector designed to work with the original rear lamp,
• reduction of the need for electrical system modifications,
• preservation of the correct pin and signal sequence within the lamp.

As a result, the installation process is orderly, and the risk of incorrect connection of individual lighting functions is minimized. This is particularly important in vehicles equipped with advanced light control systems, where improper connections can result in error messages or system malfunctions.

Use in repairs and diagnostics

The right rear lamp wiring harness is suitable both for standard replacement of a damaged section of the installation and for more extensive repairs following damage to the rear body. It enables:

• restoration of full lighting functionality after mechanical damage or cable corrosion,
• elimination of problems with flickering or failing lights resulting from circuit breaks,
• tidying up the installation after previous, unprofessional repairs.

The component comes from the BMW group, which helps maintain the consistency of the electrical system with the rest of the vehicle and facilitates subsequent diagnostics using factory service tools.

Condition and installation aspects

The offered harness is a used component, which allows for cost-effective repairs while maintaining the original design. Installation involves connecting the plugs on the lamp side and the main vehicle harness, while maintaining factory cable mounting points. This makes it possible to recreate the original wiring path and reduce mechanical stress on the cables during operation.

Complementary 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 lenses, control modules, or additional cables, check the available parts in the BMW rear lights and brake lights category.

For users interested in a broader approach to optimizing service costs, including the use of used components in other brands, the article describing the advantages of second-hand parts may be helpful – you can find it here: Smart Skoda servicing – why second-hand parts are the best choice for your wallet.