Rear Light BMW E82 E88 Tail Lamp Cover Panel Bracket Holder Right O/S 7273430

Rear Light BMW E82 E88 Tail Lamp Cover Panel Bracket Holder Right O/S is an original mounting component designed for the right rear lamp in BMW 1 Series E82 and E88 models. This component from the Rear lights and brake lights group ensures stable lamp seating, correct mounting geometry, and safe operation of the rear lighting assembly. Thanks to its factory design, the bracket allows for precise fitting to the bodywork without the need for modifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7273430-4
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7273430
• Substitutable numbers: 7273430, 63217273430, 313429982999
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Rear Light Assemblies

Purpose and function of the rear lamp bracket

The presented bracket is a structural element responsible for securely fastening the right rear lamp in the trunk area. The vehicle placement, specified as rear, right side, guarantees that the part is dedicated exactly to this mounting position, which minimizes the risk of incorrect selection. A correctly selected rear lamp bracket contributes to:

• stable seating of the lighting assembly in the bodywork,
• proper alignment of the lamp relative to the body lines,
• maintaining the tightness of the lamp-to-body connection (in combination with the lamp seal),
• reduction of vibrations and stresses acting on the lamp housing.

Benefits of using an original BMW bracket

Rear Light BMW E82 E88 Tail Lamp Cover Panel Bracket Holder Right O/S, as an OEM component, ensures dimensional compatibility with factory mounting points. Thanks to this:

• the correct geometry of the rear lamp assembly is maintained,
• there is no need to use additional adapters or washers,
• the risk of lamp housing cracks resulting from improper fitment is reduced,
• installation is predictable for the mechanic or user. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-collision repairs, replacing a damaged mount, or restoring the factory condition of the bodywork in BMW 1 Series E82/E88 cars.

Mounting characteristics and compatibility

The bracket has been designed to work in the rear body area on the right side, where it is responsible for holding the lamp in the correct position relative to the trunk lid and fender. The design provides for cooperation with factory mounting points in the bodywork and with the original rear lamp intended for this generation of BMW. Thanks to the precise fit to the specific mounting position:

• repeatability of installation is ensured after every disassembly and assembly service operation,
• it is easier to maintain even gaps between the lamp and the body panels,
• the risk of looseness, which could cause noise or accelerated wear of components, is reduced.

Component condition and use in repairs

The offered bracket comes from the used BMW parts segment, which allows for economical repair while maintaining the original design. This type of component is particularly useful in situations where the lamp mount has been damaged due to an impact to the rear of the vehicle or improper lamp removal. In workshop practice, the rear lamp bracket is used, among other things, for:

• accident repairs within the rear panel and fender,
• replacing the lamp with another unit as part of lighting service,
• eliminating leaks and looseness in the lamp mounting.

Repair expansion and selection of other lighting elements

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 lenses, lamp modules, or additional brackets, check the available parts in the BMW rear lights and brake lights category. If you are considering broader service cost optimization while maintaining an appropriate level of safety and want to better understand the specifics of using reclaimed parts in vehicle systems, it is worth reading the article Brake calipers under the microscope: How to effectively reduce brake system repair costs by choosing proven reclaimed parts, which discusses a practical approach to selecting original, used components.