Rear Lamp BMW E61 LCI Touring Left N/S Light In Trunk Lid Tailgate 7177697

Rear Lamp BMW E61 LCI Touring Left N/S Light In Trunk Lid Tailgate is an original component from the Rear lights and brake lights group, designed for installation in the tailgate on the driver's side. This is a used, factory-original lamp that allows you to restore proper vehicle lighting and maintain a consistent appearance of the rear bodywork in accordance with BMW specifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7177697-2
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7177697
• Substitutable numbers: 63217177697, 7177697
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Category: Rear Light Assemblies

Purpose and fitment

The presented rear lamp is dedicated to the BMW 5 Series E61 LCI (facelift) Touring model, mounted in the tailgate on the left side. Its placement at the rear of the vehicle on the driver's side ensures the correct reproduction of the factory lighting system, which is important for both safety and regulatory compliance.

Thanks to the use of the original BMW design, the component maintains the correct geometry, mounting points, and optical system, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of fitment issues with the tailgate panel.

Function and role in the lighting system

The lamp in the tailgate is responsible for the proper visibility of the vehicle from the rear, working in conjunction with the other elements of the rear light assembly. A properly selected lens and optical system allow for:

• clear signaling of the vehicle's presence on the road,
• maintaining consistent light color and intensity relative to the other lamps,
• preserving the aesthetics characteristic of BMW E61 LCI Touring models.

Using an original rear lamp helps avoid problems with leaks, fogging, or uneven light distribution, which are typical of low-quality aftermarket replacements.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered lamp is a used component, meaning it comes from disassembly and may show normal signs of wear typical of secondary market parts. At the same time, it retains the functionality required for further operation in the vehicle, representing a reasonable compromise between cost and the quality of an original BMW component.

For many users, choosing a used rear lamp is a practical solution for post-accident repairs or replacing a damaged lens, allowing the vehicle's factory character to be maintained without the need to invest in a new part.

Benefits of using an original BMW lamp

Using a factory BMW component in the rear of the bodywork brings a number of technical and practical benefits:

• Factory fitment – compatibility of shape, mounts, and connectors with the original vehicle installation.
• Consistent styling – maintaining the characteristic light line of the BMW E61 LCI Touring.
• Stable lighting parameters – proper light distribution and clear signaling for other road users.
• Optimal cost-to-quality ratio – a used, original component instead of a random replacement.

Expanding the BMW lighting system

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

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