Short answer: AutoGlowLED makes a Canbus LED interior light kit for BMW 3 Series E36, E46, E90, E91, E92, E93, F30, and F31 models from 1992 to 2018. You can pick from kit sizes of 6, 15, 16, 17, 18, or 19 pieces, and prices run from $28.99 to $54.99. Choose the piece count that matches the number of interior bulbs in your specific car.
Full kit details here: AutoGlowLED BMW 3 Series LED Interior Light Kit.
Which kit fits your BMW 3 Series
Stock interior bulbs in an older BMW 3 Series are dim and yellow, and they get dimmer as they age. This kit replaces them with LEDs that are Canbus error-free, so you won't get bulb-out warnings on the dash. You get brighter light in the cabin, and the LEDs are rated for up to 50,000 hours, so you won't be changing them again anytime soon. They also draw less power than the original bulbs, which is easier on your battery.
| Model year | Kit size | Color | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| all years | 16 pcs | Red | $31.99 |
| all years | 15 pcs | Red | $31.99 |
| all years | 6 pcs | WHITE | $29.99 |
| all years | 15 pcs | Warm White | $51.99 |
| all years | 19 pcs | WHITE | $51.99 |
| all years | 18 pcs | WHITE | $50.99 |
| all years | 17 pcs | Warm White | $52.99 |
| all years | 19 pcs | Warm White | $54.99 |
| all years | 16 pcs | Warm White | $52.99 |
| all years | 18 pcs | Red | $50.99 |
| all years | 6 pcs | Red | $28.99 |
| all years | 17 pcs | Red | $31.99 |
| all years | 19 pcs | Red | $51.99 |
| all years | 15 pcs | WHITE | $38.99 |
| all years | 17 pcs | WHITE | $31.99 |
| all years | 16 pcs | WHITE | $31.99 |
| all years | 6 pcs | PURPLE | $31.99 |
| all years | 15 pcs | PURPLE | $52.99 |
| all years | 16 pcs | PURPLE | $52.99 |
| all years | 18 pcs | Warm White | $52.99 |
| all years | 6 pcs | Warm White | $31.99 |
| all years | 19 pcs | PURPLE | $53.99 |
| all years | 18 pcs | PURPLE | $52.99 |
| all years | 17 pcs | PURPLE | $52.99 |
Installing it
Most interior bulbs sit behind plastic lens covers that pop off with a trim tool or a small flathead screwdriver. Work gently because the plastic clips on a 20-plus-year-old BMW get brittle. Disconnect the battery or at least turn off the interior light switch before you start pulling bulbs, and test each LED before you snap the cover back on.
- Pop the lens covers off. They clip in, and they come off with a firm pull. Start at one corner.
- Pull the old bulb out. Push the new LED in.
- Turn the light on. If it does not light up, pull it out and flip it 180 degrees. LEDs are polarity sensitive.
- Work through the remaining locations the same way, then re-seat any loose lens.
Common questions
Will this kit fit my 2008 BMW 328i? The kit covers BMW 3 Series E90, E91, E92, and E93 models, and 2008 falls within the 1992-2018 range listed. Check which body style you have and pick the kit size that matches your car's interior bulb count.
Do I need to worry about error codes with these LEDs? No. The kit is Canbus error-free, so it won't trigger bulb-out warnings on your dash. Just plug the LEDs in place of the old bulbs.
What color options are available? You can choose from Red, White, Warm White, or Purple. Warm White is closest to the factory look, while White is brighter and cooler.
How long do these LEDs last? Each bulb is rated for up to 50,000 hours of use. That is far longer than a standard incandescent bulb, so you should not need to replace them for the life of the car.
Specs
| Brand | AutoGlowLED |
| Fits | BMW 3 Series see listing |
| Kit size | 6 pieces, 15 pieces, 16 pieces, 17 pieces, 18 pieces, 19 pieces |
| Colors | Red, WHITE, Warm White, PURPLE |
| Canbus | Error free |
| Installation | Plug and play, no wiring |
Get the right one
AutoGlowLED BMW 3 Series LED Interior Light Kit
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