rear lights 2000 BMW 528i

[DarcyAnn]

I've been tightening/replacing bulbs like crazy!

With no rhyme or reason, my dash light will pop on that a rear bulb is out...sometimes both right & left...and sure enough, one or both will be out. Sometimes they 'self-correct'.

I guess it's the obvious answer, right? Take it in and have the wiring checked while it's under my extended warranty.

By any chance is this a common problem?

Darcy Ann

[shayne08]

i think it would help if you will bring it to a mechanic..

[camarillomike]

Make sure none of the bulbs have pitted bottoms. Also, any bulb with a light black coating on the surface of the glass will make the light come on. Remove the connector and inspect it for burnt contacts as well. Double check your third brake light bulb and socket as well.

[safemnyman]

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[Ronoc]

Originally Posted by camarillomike

Make sure none of the bulbs have pitted bottoms. Also, any bulb with a light black coating on the surface of the glass will make the light come on. Remove the connector and inspect it for burnt contacts as well. Double check your third brake light bulb and socket as well.

What do you mean black light coating? Are you reffering to a painted surface on the bulb, like the "stealth" bulbs that are silver?