BMW F07 GT LCI Side Panel Tail Light Plug Socket Wiring Rear Right O/S 7306166

BMW F07 GT LCI Side Panel Tail Light Plug Socket Wiring Rear Right O/S is an original lighting installation component designed for the right rear lamp in the BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo model after the facelift. Thanks to its factory design, it ensures a secure electrical connection and stable operation with the brake lights, position lights, and turn signals. It is a practical solution for replacing a damaged lamp wiring harness or for post-accident repairs.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7306166-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7306166
• Substitutable numbers: 63217306166, 7306166
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Part type: Rear Light Assembly
• Category: Rear Light Assemblies

Purpose and function in the lighting system

The presented socket is a component from the Rear lights and brake lights group, responsible for the secure connection of the right rear lamp to the vehicle's electrical system. The location on the vehicle, specified as rear – right side, allows for clear identification of its application in the BMW F07 GT LCI bodywork. This component is responsible for:

• stable transmission of electrical signals to the bulbs or LED modules in the lamp,
• reducing the risk of loose contacts and circuit interruptions,
• facilitating the removal and installation of the lamp during service.

Benefits of using an original BMW socket

Using an original tail light plug socket in the BMW F07 GT LCI ensures compatibility with the factory wiring harness and proper fitment with the tail light. As a result:

• the correct operation of the brake lights, position lights, and turn signals on the right side is maintained,
• the risk of errors in lighting control systems is minimized,
• installation is predictable, without the need for wiring modifications. This is particularly important in vehicles equipped with advanced bulb failure monitoring systems and on-board diagnostics, where the quality of electrical connections has a direct impact on the messages displayed to the driver.

Condition, installation, and service application

The offered socket is a used component, which in practice means it comes from vehicle dismantling and can be an economical alternative to a new part. This type of solution is often chosen for post-accident repairs, replacing a damaged lamp, or when dealing with intermittent connection issues in the right rear part of the lighting installation. The socket is designed for installation in the rear right zone of the BMW F07 GT LCI body, in the location provided by the manufacturer. Proper connection of the wires and inspection of the contact condition allow for the restoration of full lighting functionality without interfering with the vehicle's main electrical harness.

Application in repairs and lighting upgrades

Replacing the tail light plug socket is recommended in situations where symptoms such as unstable light operation, signs of contact overheating, or mechanical damage to the housing occur. Combined with a correctly selected tail light, this allows for:

• restoring full efficiency of the brake and position light system,
• increasing driving safety through correct signaling of the driver's intentions,
• maintaining compliance with the factory BMW specification. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear lighting zone in your BMW and need other components from the same group, such as combination lamps, control modules, or additional housings, check the available parts in the BMW rear lights and brake lights category. If you are considering a wider use of original components from dismantling in your vehicle fleet and want to better understand the economic and technical advantages of such a solution, it is worth reading the article: Servicing Porsche cars: how to reduce repair costs by choosing only original used parts?.