BMW 3 Series E46 Saloon Rear Light In The Side Panel White Right O/S 6946536

BMW 3 Series E46 Saloon Rear Light In The Side Panel White Right O/S is an original lighting component designed for installation on the right side of the rear bodywork. It ensures a consistent look with the factory lighting while providing clear light signaling and road safety. It is a practical solution when replacing a damaged lens or completing a set of lights in a BMW 3 Series E46.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 6946536
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 6946536
• Substitutable numbers: 63216910532, 6910532, 63216946536, 6946536, EM
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Color: White
• Category: Rear Light Assemblies

Purpose and fitment for BMW 3 E46

The presented rear light is dedicated to the BMW 3 Series E46 saloon and is mounted in the side body panel on the right side. The design corresponds to the factory BMW solution, ensuring that the correct mounting points and lens geometry relative to the fender and trunk lid are maintained. Proper fitment reduces the risk of leaks and facilitates correct alignment of the light with the bodywork.

Optical characteristics and color scheme

The light features a white lens that works with appropriately selected bulbs, ensuring clear and legible light signals. The transparent optics promote uniform light distribution, which improves vehicle visibility for other road users. The color scheme blends well with the styling line of the BMW E46, allowing you to maintain a consistent look for the rear of the vehicle after replacing the component.

Function in the Rear lights and brake lights system

The component belongs to the Rear lights and brake lights group, responsible for position signaling, braking, and vehicle visibility after dark. A properly functioning light in the side panel is essential both from a safety perspective and for compliance with regulations. Replacing a damaged or leaking lens with an original BMW component allows you to restore the correct operation of the lighting system without interfering with the electrical installation.

Condition and use in repairs

The offered light is a used component, making it a sensible choice for post-accident repairs, replacing a single damaged module, or restoring a car to factory condition on a reasonable budget. This type of part will work well both in daily driven vehicles and in cars being prepared for resale, where maintaining the original BMW character is important.

Number compatibility and identification

To ensure the correct light is selected for a specific equipment version, it is worth comparing the OEM part number and available interchangeable numbers with the vehicle's specification. The presence of multiple reference numbers makes it easier to match the component to different model years and variants of the BMW 3 E46, without the need for modifying mounts or installation.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear lighting area in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as combination lamps, light modules, or additional lenses, check the available parts in the BMW rear lights and brake lights category.

For a comparison of solutions used by different manufacturers and inspiration for lighting upgrades and other components, you can refer to the article describing the development of sports compacts, available here: Hot-hatch legend: the evolution of the VW Golf GTI from Mk1 to Mk8 – design changes and VW car parts.