BMW Rear High Level Third Brake Light 63256924673 2DA008957 Used 3rd Stop Lamp
Manufacturer part number 63256924673 • Additional reference 2DA008957 / 2DA008957-00 • Used part • Rear placement
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This listing is for BMW part number 63 25 6 924 673 / 63256924673. The BMW parts-catalogue application is the E81 3-door hatchback and E87 5-door hatchback families shown in the compatibility table below.
Important image check: the actual listing photographs show the long red LED high-level stop-lamp assembly, circuit board, electrical connector and mounting ears. The exact BMW number is not clearly readable in the photographs, so the number must be verified from the listing data and, ideally, from the buyer's original lamp/VIN before purchase.
Actual part photographs
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Where it fits on the vehicle
This is the centre high-mounted rear stop lamp. It sits at the upper rear of the hatch/tailgate area and provides an additional brake signal to following traffic when the brake circuit is activated.
Reference vehicles are shown to clarify body style and lamp position; they are not the vehicle from which the used part was removed.
Verified compatibility chart — part number 63256924673
| Chassis / body | Model | Engine family | Buyer-facing years | Fitment note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E81 • 3-door hatch | 116i 1.6 | N45N / N43 | 2007–2011 | Catalogue application. VIN check recommended. |
| E81 • 3-door hatch | 116i 2.0 | N43 | 2009–2011 | Catalogue application. VIN check recommended. |
| E81 • 3-door hatch | 116d | N47 | 2009–2011 | Catalogue application. VIN check recommended. |
| E81 • 3-door hatch | 118d | N47 | 2007–2011 | Catalogue application. VIN check recommended. |
| E81 • 3-door hatch | 118i | N46N / N43 | 2007–2011 | Catalogue application. VIN check recommended. |
| E81 • 3-door hatch | 120d | N47 | 2007–2011 | Catalogue application. VIN check recommended. |
| E81 • 3-door hatch | 120i | N46N / N43 | 2007–2011 | Catalogue application. VIN check recommended. |
| E81 • 3-door hatch | 123d | N47S | 2007–2011 | Catalogue application. VIN check recommended. |
| E81 • 3-door hatch | 130i | N52N | 2007–2011 | Catalogue application. VIN check recommended. |
| E87 • 5-door hatch • pre-LCI | 116i | N45 | 2004–2007 | Part record starts in 2004; VIN/build date is final check. |
| E87 • 5-door hatch • pre-LCI | 118d | M47N2 | 2004–2007 | Catalogue application. VIN check recommended. |
| E87 • 5-door hatch • pre-LCI | 118i | N46 | 2004–2007 | Catalogue application. VIN check recommended. |
| E87 • 5-door hatch • pre-LCI | 120d | M47N2 | 2004–2007 | Catalogue application. VIN check recommended. |
| E87 • 5-door hatch • pre-LCI | 120i | N46 | 2004–2007 | Catalogue application. VIN check recommended. |
| E87 • 5-door hatch • pre-LCI | 130i | N52 | 2005–2007 | Catalogue application. VIN check recommended. |
| E87 LCI • 5-door hatch | 116i 1.6 | N45N / N43 | 2007–2011 | Catalogue application. VIN check recommended. |
| E87 LCI • 5-door hatch | 116i 2.0 | N43 | 2009–2011 | Catalogue application. VIN check recommended. |
| E87 LCI • 5-door hatch | 116d | N47 | 2009–2011 | Catalogue application. VIN check recommended. |
| E87 LCI • 5-door hatch | 118d | N47 | 2007–2011 | Catalogue application. VIN check recommended. |
| E87 LCI • 5-door hatch | 118i | N46N / N43 | 2007–2011 | Catalogue application. VIN check recommended. |
| E87 LCI • 5-door hatch | 120d | N47 | 2007–2011 | Catalogue application. VIN check recommended. |
| E87 LCI • 5-door hatch | 120i | N46N / N43 | 2007–2011 | Catalogue application. VIN check recommended. |
| E87 LCI • 5-door hatch | 123d | N47S | 2007–2011 | Catalogue application. VIN check recommended. |
| E87 LCI • 5-door hatch | 130i | N52N | 2007–2011 | Catalogue application. VIN check recommended. |
Production-date detail: the cross-reference family windows are E81 02/2006–12/2011, E87 pre-LCI 02/2003–02/2007, and E87 LCI 01/2006–06/2011; the individual compatible model variants above begin in 2004/2005/2007/2009 as shown. The part record itself is dated from 31/05/2004. Use VIN/build data to resolve overlap or early-production cars.
Do not order for these vehicles without a VIN-confirmed cross-reference
- BMW E82 Coupé — not listed in the 63256924673 part-number cross-reference.
- BMW E88 Convertible — not listed in the 63256924673 part-number cross-reference.
- BMW F20 / F21 1 Series — later hatchback generation; this number is not catalogued for those chassis.
- Any E81/E87 with a different lamp number, connector or mounting arrangement — do not buy by registration year alone.
Related BMW number 63256931397: this appears alongside 63256924673 in the BMW parts diagram and is associated in the catalogue with tinted/sun-protection glazing. It is therefore treated here as a related variant, not an automatic substitute. Confirm the original lamp number and VIN before interchanging these numbers.
Part numbers & identification
Primary identification
- BMW manufacturer part number: 63256924673
- Formatted number: 63 25 6 924 673
- Short number: 6924673
- Additional reference: 2DA008957 / 2DA008957-00
- Related catalogue variant: 63256931397 / 6931397 — verify VIN before substitution
Physical specification
- Type: third / high-level rear brake light assembly
- Placement: rear, upper centre hatch area
- Lighting: integrated LED circuit board visible in the actual photographs
- Construction: moulded red lamp housing/lens, internal circuit board and electrical connector
- Exact polymer grade: not stated in the available catalogue/listing data
- Country of origin stated on the listing: Germany
What this part does & common fault symptoms
The high-level stop lamp gives following road users a clearly elevated brake signal. A problem with the assembly can reduce rear brake-light visibility and should be investigated promptly.
Possible symptoms
- High-level brake light does not illuminate
- Some LEDs illuminate while others remain dark
- Intermittent operation when the hatch is opened/closed
- Cracked lens or damaged mounting ears
- Condensation or moisture inside the lamp
- A brake-light/check-control warning may appear on equipped vehicles
Why choose a factory-spec used BMW part?
- Original connector and mounting geometry designed for the vehicle application
- Original lens, LED layout and housing dimensions
- Original connector, lens and mounting geometry intended for the catalogued vehicle application
- Reusing a serviceable original-manufacturer component keeps an existing automotive part in productive use
Fitting overview, tools & estimated labour
General fitting sequence
- Park safely, switch the ignition off and open the rear hatch.
- Protect surrounding paint and trim. Remove/loosen the relevant upper tailgate/hatch trim using appropriate non-marring trim tools.
- Locate the high-level stop lamp electrical connector and disconnect it without pulling on the wiring.
- Identify the actual retaining screws/clips on your vehicle and remove them with the correct driver/tool.
- Remove the old lamp carefully, noting seal and locating-tab position.
- Compare old and replacement lamps side-by-side: part number, connector, mounting ears, lens shape and overall dimensions must agree before installation.
- Install the replacement evenly without overtightening plastic mounting points.
- Reconnect the electrical plug, refit trim, then test the brake light before driving. Check for secure fit and correct sealing.
Typical tools to have available
- Plastic/non-marring trim removal tools
- Small screwdriver/driver set and socket/bit set matched to the fasteners actually fitted
- Small pick for connector locking tabs if required
- Work light, gloves and trim protection cloth
Estimated workshop labour: allow approximately 0.5–1.0 hour as a planning estimate depending on trim access, seized/damaged clips, wiring checks and final testing. This is an estimate, not a fixed labour time.
Static garage labour calculator — no JavaScript
Formula: garage hourly rate × labour time = estimated labour charge. Parts, VAT treatment, diagnostics and additional repairs are separate.
| Garage hourly rate | 0.5 hour estimate | 0.75 hour estimate | 1.0 hour estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| £50/hr | £25.00 | £37.50 | £50.00 |
| £60/hr | £30.00 | £45.00 | £60.00 |
| £70/hr | £35.00 | £52.50 | £70.00 |
| £80/hr | £40.00 | £60.00 | £80.00 |
| £90/hr | £45.00 | £67.50 | £90.00 |
| £100/hr | £50.00 | £75.00 | £100.00 |
| £120/hr | £60.00 | £90.00 | £120.00 |
| £150/hr | £75.00 | £112.50 | £150.00 |
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VAT information
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