DIY: BMW E23 Parking Light Removal

Difficulty Level

Tools/Supplies Needed:

• phillips screwdriver
• replacement bulb #1157 dual filament style
• 8mm 3/8" drive socket
• 6" 3/8" drive extension
• 3/8" ratchet

Procedure:

• remove the three phillips screws on the outer lens
• the lens should pop off, a little force maybe needed if it's stuck
• once removed the reflector and bulb will now be exposed
• in order to replace the light bulb, push bulb in gently and twist counter-clockwise and pull straight out
• the remove the rear light assembly, remove the two 8mm bolts
• open the hood
• unclip wiring harness found on the inner fender towards the front of the vehicle
• push the wiring harness grommet through the hole
• pull rear assemble of parking light gently while guiding wiring harness through the hole under the hood
• installation in reverse of removal

Video tutorial on how to remove the parking light on a BMW E23 body style. Similar procedure may also apply to models from the same era such as the e21 and e24. This video also covers how to replace the parking light bulb which is a #1157 dual filament style. This was done on the driver's side of the vehicle, the procedure for the passenger side is exactly the same. This particular tutorial was done on a 1984 BMW 733i.