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BMW 7 Series Light Bulb Sizes
Complete bulb size reference for the BMW 7 Series from 1978 to 2015. Find headlight, fog light, turn signal, and brake light bulb sizes for every model year.
The BMW 7-series changed low beam specifications across model years — 1987–1994: 9006; 1978–1985: H5006; 1995–1998: H1; 1999–2001: H7. Make sure to select your exact year below to get the right bulb size.
Year Range
1978 – 2015
36 model yearsBulb Sizes Across Years
| Position | Bulb Type(s) | Years | Status / Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reverse Light | 921(2002–2015) | 14 years | Consistent |
| Door Light | W5W(1999–2015) | 9 years | Consistent |
| Daytime Running | H11(2009–2012) | 4 years | Consistent |
| Fog Light | H1(1987–1994) H11(2009–2012) 9006(1993–2008) | 15 years | Changed |
| High Beam | H7(1995–2008) 9005(1987–1994) H5001(1978–1985) H1(1999–2001) | 29 years | Changed |
| Turn Signal Rear | 7507(1999–2008) | 10 years | Consistent |
| License Plate | W5W(2002–2008) | 7 years | Consistent |
| Parking Light | 7528(1978–1998) 3457NA(2002–2008) | 26 years | Changed |
| Dome Light | W5W(2006–2008) | 3 years | Consistent |
| Low Beam | 9006(1987–1994) H5006(1978–1985) H1(1995–1998) H7(1999–2001) | 22 years | Changed |
| Brake Light | 7528(1999–2001) | 3 years | Consistent |
| Side Marker | W5W(1987–1994) 7528(1995–2001) 3893(1978–1985) | 22 years | Changed |
| Tail Light | 7528(1999–2001) | 3 years | Consistent |
| Turn Signal Front | 7528(1978–1998) | 19 years | Consistent |
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Frequently Asked Questions
We have bulb size data for the BMW 7-Series from 1978 to 2015, covering 36 model years. Select your year below for a complete position-by-position bulb chart.
Yes, the BMW 7-Series changed low beam bulb specifications across generations: 1987–1994: 9006; 1978–1985: H5006; 1995–1998: H1; 1999–2001: H7. Make sure to check your exact year using the list below.
The BMW 7-Series uses a 9006 bulb for the low beam and a H7 for the high beam, and a H1 for the fog lights. Select your year below for the exact fitment chart.
Yes. The BMW 7-Series uses a 9006 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.