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BMW M3 Light Bulb Sizes
Complete bulb size reference for the BMW M3 from 1988 to 2018. Find headlight, fog light, turn signal, and brake light bulb sizes for every model year.
The BMW m3 changed low beam specifications across model years — 1988–1999: 9006; 2008–2018: D1S; 2001–2006: D2S; 1990–1991: H5006; 2004: H7. Make sure to select your exact year below to get the right bulb size.
Year Range
1988 – 2018
26 model yearsBulb Sizes Across Years
| Position | Bulb Type(s) | Years | Status / Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low Beam | 9006(1988–1999) D1S(2008–2018) D2S(2001–2006) H5006(1990–1991) H7(2004–2004) | 23 years | Changed |
| High Beam | 9005(1988–1999) D1S(2008–2018) D2S(2001–2006) H5001(1990–1991) H7(2004–2004) | 23 years | Changed |
| Turn Signal Front | 2827(2001–2010) 7528(1988–1996) 12180(2008–2012) 5200(2016–2018) 5007(1997–1998) | 21 years | Changed |
| Dome Light | 6418(2001–2006) 6411(1988–1996) 6486X(2008–2010) 2825(2016–2018) W5W(2015–2017) 2886X(2011–2012) | 19 years | Changed |
| Daytime Running | H7(2002–2008) H11(2009–2013) | 11 years | Changed |
| Fog Light | H1(1988–1999) 9006(2001–2011) H11(2008–2013) | 22 years | Changed |
| Reverse Light | 7506(1988–2006) 921(2009–2013) 921K(2008–2012) | 18 years | Changed |
| Map Light | 6486X(2001–2008) 2886X(2009–2012) | 10 years | Changed |
| Trunk Light | 6411(1995–2012) 6418(1988–1988) | 13 years | Changed |
| Turn Signal Rear | 7506(1988–2010) 12496(2001–2003) | 15 years | Changed |
| License Plate | 6418(1988–2010) | 15 years | Consistent |
| Tail Light | 921(2008–2010) 7528(1997–1998) 7225(1999–1999) | 6 years | Changed |
| Side Marker | 2825(1988–2006) W5W(1990–2004) 7225(2001–2003) 7528(1997–1999) 5007(1995–1996) | 16 years | Changed |
| Parking Light | 2825(1997–2006) 7528(1988–1996) W5W(1999–2004) | 16 years | Changed |
| Door Light | W5W(2004–2006) | 3 years | Consistent |
| Brake Light | 7506(1995–1998) 921(1988–1991) | 8 years | Changed |
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We have bulb size data for the BMW M3 from 1988 to 2018, covering 26 model years. Select your year below for a complete position-by-position bulb chart.
Yes, the BMW M3 changed low beam bulb specifications across generations: 1988–1999: 9006; 2008–2018: D1S; 2001–2006: D2S; 1990–1991: H5006; 2004–2004: H7. Make sure to check your exact year using the list below.
The BMW M3 uses a 9006 bulb for the low beam and a 9005 for the high beam, and a H1 for the fog lights. Select your year below for the exact fitment chart.
Yes. The BMW M3 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.