BMW 5 Series E39 Headlight Head Lamp Front Right O/S 8361940

BMW 5 Series E39 Headlight Head Lamp Front Right O/S is an original lighting component designed for installation on the passenger side of the vehicle's front body. Thanks to its factory design, it ensures proper light beam orientation, maintains the lamp's geometry, and provides a consistent look for the front of the car. This used OEM component allows for an economical repair of the lighting system without compromising on the proper fit for the BMW 5 Series E39.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: rhd-8361940
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8361940
• Substitutable numbers: 63128361940, 8361940, AS
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Daytime Running Lights

Purpose and fitment for BMW 5 Series E39

The presented headlight has been designed specifically for the BMW 5 Series E39 generation and is mounted in the front fascia area on the right side of the vehicle. The lamp's construction is compatible with factory mounting points, which facilitates installation and allows for maintaining proper alignment with the fender, bumper, and hood.

By utilizing the original geometry of the reflectors and the lens, the lamp helps maintain proper light distribution on the road, which is important both for night driving comfort and for meeting technical inspection requirements.

Technical and functional characteristics

The headlight operates in the front lighting zone of the vehicle, responsible for proper illumination of the right side of the road. Its placement on the vehicle on the driver's outer side (the right side of the car when viewed from the driver's position) ensures the correct reproduction of the factory BMW E39 lighting configuration.

The original lamp construction enables:

• maintaining the factory body line and front-end aesthetics,
• proper adjustment of height and light direction,
• easier adjustment within the standard headlight adjustment points.

Component condition and benefits of choosing a used part

The headlight comes from dismantling and is offered as a used part, which allows for a significant reduction in repair costs compared to purchasing a new component. At the same time, you retain the advantages of the original BMW design, such as body fitment and compatibility with the factory lighting system.

Choosing a used OEM headlight is a sensible solution in situations such as mechanical damage to the lamp, a cracked lens, or the need for replacement after a collision, when the priority is restoring full lighting functionality at controlled costs.

Safety, visibility, and driving comfort

A functional front headlight on the right side has a direct impact on night driving safety, roadside visibility, and the readability of road signs. A properly selected lamp helps avoid issues with blinding other road users and facilitates correct headlight alignment at a diagnostic station.

Thanks to the preservation of the factory headlight design, the driver of a BMW 5 Series E39 can count on stable, predictable light distribution, which translates into greater driving comfort in difficult weather conditions.

Lighting system expansion and related parts

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 additional lamps, control modules, or mounting hardware, check out the available parts in the BMW Daytime Running Lights category.

Practical service and maintenance tips

When replacing the headlight, it is worth paying attention to the condition of the headlight height adjustment, the tightness of the connections, and the correct seating of the lamp in the mounting points. Proper installation minimizes the risk of vibrations, lens fogging, and uneven lighting.

If your BMW is also experiencing disturbing noises from the suspension area, which may accompany collision damage, the practical advice contained in the article Suspension knocking? Discover a clever way to restore factory handling precision without spending a fortune at the service center, where it is described how to rationally approach repairs using parts from dismantling, will be helpful.