I have a 2000 540i and I have recently experiences an identical problem. The "Check Rear Lights" message will appear each time I start the car up for about 2-3 weeks and then it will go away for a while.
Recently, by ABS, Brakes, and DSC lights will be on. Then, sometimes they do not.
I was just wondering if the above solution fixed your problem on your 1999 540i
Sunday, March 4th, 2007 AT 6:16 PM