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BMW 535i Light Bulb Sizes
Complete bulb size reference for the BMW 535i from 1985 to 2016. Find headlight, fog light, turn signal, and brake light bulb sizes for every model year.
The BMW 535i changed low beam specifications across model years — 2008–2016: D1S; 1989–1993: 9006; 1985–1987: 4000; 1988: H5006. Make sure to select your exact year below to get the right bulb size.
Year Range
1985 – 2016
18 model yearsBulb Sizes Across Years
| Position | Bulb Type(s) | Years | Status / Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low Beam | D1S(2008–2016) 9006(1989–1993) 4000(1985–1987) H5006(1988–1988) | 17 years | Changed |
| High Beam | D1S(2008–2016) 2721(1986–1993) 9005(1989–1990) H5001(1985–1988) | 17 years | Changed |
| Turn Signal Front | 7528(1985–1993) 5200(2012–2016) 3457NA(2008–2010) | 17 years | Changed |
| Dome Light | 2886X(2008–2016) 6451(1990–1993) 6411(1985–1987) | 15 years | Changed |
| Map Light | 2886X(2008–2016) | 8 years | Consistent |
| Reverse Light | 921K(2008–2016) 7506(1985–1993) 921(2011–2011) | 16 years | Changed |
| Trunk Light | 6411(1990–2016) 6418(1986–1987) | 14 years | Changed |
| Door Light | W5W(2011–2016) | 6 years | Consistent |
| Fog Light | H11(2008–2013) H1(1986–1990) 9006(1991–1993) | 14 years | Changed |
| Brake Light | 2721(1986–1993) 64136(2012–2013) 7506(1990–1990) BRAKE(1985–1985) | 9 years | Changed |
| License Plate | 6418(1985–2010) | 10 years | Consistent |
| Parking Light | 7528(1985–1993) 3457NA(2008–2010) | 12 years | Changed |
| Daytime Running | H11(2008–2010) | 3 years | Consistent |
| Side Marker | 7528(1991–1993) 2825(1990–1990) W5W(1989–1989) | 5 years | Changed |
| Turn Signal Rear | 7506(1985–1993) | 7 years | Consistent |
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We have bulb size data for the BMW 535i from 1985 to 2016, covering 18 model years. Select your year below for a complete position-by-position bulb chart.
Yes, the BMW 535i changed low beam bulb specifications across generations: 2008–2016: D1S; 1989–1993: 9006; 1985–1987: 4000; 1988–1988: H5006. Make sure to check your exact year using the list below.
The BMW 535i uses a D1S bulb for the low beam (same bulb serves both high and low beam via dual filament), and a H11 for the fog lights. Select your year below for the exact fitment chart.
Yes. The BMW 535i uses a D1S low beam, and direct-fit LED conversion kits for that size are widely available. LED upgrades typically produce 2–3× more light output than stock halogen and last 25,000+ hours. Look for a DOT-compliant kit with a proper beam cutoff pattern.
Select your model year from the list below. Each year page shows every bulb position — low beam, high beam, fog light, turn signal, and brake light — with the correct size and a link to buy it on Amazon.