Headlight BMW E91 Front Headlamp Right O/S Light ZKW 6942748

Headlight BMW E91 Front Headlamp Right O/S Light ZKW is an original lamp from the Front lights group, designed for installation on the passenger side. It provides a functional solution for users who need a proven, used component with factory geometry and fitment for the BMW 3 Series E91 body. Thanks to its design compliant with the manufacturer's standards, it ensures proper road illumination and correct integration with the vehicle's electrical system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6942748
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6942748
• Substitutable numbers: 6942748, 63116942748
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Headlight Assemblies

Purpose and fitment for BMW E91

The presented headlight is designed as a right front lamp for the BMW 3 Series E91, located at the front of the vehicle on the passenger side. This ensures the retention of factory mounting points, proper lens profiling relative to the body lines, and compatibility with original electrical connectors. Using a ZKW-manufactured headlight allows for maintaining optical consistency of both lamps on the vehicle and preserving the characteristic look of the BMW front end.

Optical design and functionality

The Headlight BMW E91 Front Headlamp Right O/S Light ZKW utilizes an optical system adapted to the vehicle manufacturer's factory requirements. A properly shaped reflector and lens ensure the correct light beam distribution on the road, which translates into clear illumination of the lane and shoulder while meeting homologation requirements. The lamp is designed to work with factory light sources and the adjustment system, allowing for precise height and beam direction adjustment at a diagnostic station after proper installation.

Vehicle placement and installation aspects

The headlight is intended for installation at the front of the vehicle on the right side. Such precise determination of vehicle placement facilitates the selection of the correct component when replacing after a collision or during lighting system repairs. The lamp's design provides for the use of factory mounting points, which allows for installation without the need for body modifications. In practice, this means the replacement can be carried out within standard workshop procedures, maintaining the geometry of the gaps between the headlight and the hood, bumper, and fender.

Characteristics of the used headlight

The offered headlight belongs to the group of used parts, which is a beneficial solution for users looking for an economical yet original alternative to a new lamp. The used component retains its factory design, allowing it to continue fulfilling its role in terms of lighting and driving safety after proper installation. Choosing an original, used ZKW lamp reduces the risk of fitment issues typical of lower-quality aftermarket replacements.

Benefits of using an original ZKW headlight

Using an original ZKW headlight in a BMW E91 brings a number of practical benefits:

• maintaining a consistent look of the vehicle's front end thanks to the factory lamp styling,
• compatibility with the electrical system and headlight height adjustment system,
• proper light beam distribution in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications,
• possibility of installation based on original body mounting points.

For users who want to keep the vehicle in a configuration close to the factory state, choosing such a headlight is a technically sound and cost-effective solution.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the front lighting zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as left front lamps, turn signals, or additional lighting modules, check the available parts in the BMW Front lights category.

For drivers interested in a broader perspective on the cost-effectiveness of using secondary market components, including lighting parts, the expert guide on used drivetrain components may be helpful – you can find it in the article Why it is worth buying used gearboxes and engines – facts instead of myths, which discusses practical aspects of selecting parts by OEM numbers and an analysis of operating costs.