"check brake light/rear light "

[htn46]

Hi,

Could someone please help me to figure out the message on my 2001 X5"Check brake light/rear light". The message is still on even though I have replaced the light bulbs several times. I could not locate the fuse box to see if it is bad. Thanks.

[BAVARIANM]

if you've replaced the lamps with the proper bulbs, the problem is most likely the fixture

[htn46]

Thanks for your response, I may have to replace the new light assembly but it costs too much. I found an excellent article on the BMW x5 forum suggesting simple ways to fix the problem. I will let you know if I can get it fixed.

http://www.x5world.com/showthread.php?t=5698

[htn46]

Originally Posted by BAVARIANM

if you've replaced the lamps with the proper bulbs, the problem is most likely the fixture

Hi

I take out the tail light assembly and found a burn spot on the base. By sanding it down and clean it with vinegard, my brake/rear light is back. This saves me $150.00 for a new tail light assembly.

htn46