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What Size Bulbs Does a 1970 Dodge Charger Use?

Correct headlight, fog light, and tail light bulb sizes. Sourced from OEM catalog data.

Installation Difficulty

Easy (Plug and Play)

Est. Replacement Cost

$15 - $40 (Halogen) / $30+ (LED)

What Lighting System Does the 1970 Dodge Charger Have?

The 1970 Dodge Charger features an extensive lighting system with 13 bulb positions. It uses halogen technology with 4000 LED low beams and 1895 high beams in a dual-bulb configuration. The Charger has been available from 1968 to 2022, and the 1970 model falls in the early-generation years. As a Dodge vehicle, it uses a CANbus electrical system that monitors bulb status.

Can You Put LED Bulbs in a 1970 Dodge Charger?

To upgrade the 1970 Dodge Charger headlights to LED, you will need a 4000 LED LED kit for the low beams and a 1895 LED kit for the high beams. Start with the low beams since they are used most often and have the biggest impact on nighttime visibility. Important: Dodge vehicles use a CANbus system that detects bulb wattage. Standard LED bulbs may trigger dashboard warnings or flicker. Choose LED kits labeled "CANbus-compatible" or add inline decoder resistors to prevent these issues. For the fog lights, a LED Fog Light LED bulb provides a clean white output that pairs well with LED headlights.

How to Replace Bulbs on a 1970 Dodge Charger

To remove the headlight bulb, disconnect the wiring harness, then twist the bulb counter-clockwise and pull it straight out of the housing. Older model years like the 1970 Charger typically offer easy access to the headlight bulbs from behind the headlight assembly under the hood. Most owners can complete the swap in under 10 minutes per side. When installing the new bulb, avoid touching the glass with bare fingers. Skin oils create hot spots that shorten bulb life. Wear clean gloves or handle the bulb by its plastic base only. The fog lights are accessed from underneath the front bumper. You may need to remove a few plastic clips or screws from the fender liner to reach the LED Fog Light fog light socket.

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Upgrade All 13 Positions at Once

Low Beam: 4000 LEDHigh Beam: 1895Fog Light: LED Fog LightBrake Light: 57Side Marker: 1895 LEDTurn Signal Front: 1157A LEDTurn Signal Rear: 1157 LEDReverse Light: 1156Dome Light: 1004License Plate: 67Map Light: 90Parking Light: 1157ATrunk Light: 1004
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1970 Dodge Charger Complete Bulb Size Chart

PositionBulb SizeShop
Low Beam
4000 LEDBuy 4000 LED
High Beam
1895Buy 1895
Fog Light
LED Fog LightBuy LED Fog Light
Brake Light
57Buy 57
Side Marker
1895 LEDBuy 1895 LED
Turn Signal Front
1157A LEDBuy 1157A LED
Turn Signal Rear
1157 LEDBuy 1157 LED
Reverse Light
1156Buy 1156
Dome Light
1004Buy 1004
License Plate
67Buy 67
Map Light
90Buy 90
Parking Light
1157ABuy 1157A
Trunk Light
1004Buy 1004

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How Long Do 1970 Dodge Charger Headlight Bulbs Last?

Standard halogen headlights on the 1970 Dodge Charger have an expected lifespan of 500 to 1,000 hours, which works out to roughly 2 to 3 years of normal use. Signs of a failing halogen bulb include noticeably dimmer output, a yellowish tint compared to the other headlight, or intermittent flickering. At 56 years old, the original bulbs on your Charger are likely overdue for replacement. Even if they still illuminate, reduced brightness significantly impacts nighttime safety. When one headlight burns out, replace both sides at the same time. Bulbs from the same batch age at similar rates, and mismatched brightness is distracting to oncoming drivers.

What Bulbs Are Compatible with the 1970 Dodge Charger?

The 4000 low beam bulb on the 1970 Dodge Charger is a specific fitment. There are no widely recognized cross-compatible alternatives, so make sure to purchase the exact 4000 size. Using the wrong bulb size can cause improper beam patterns that reduce your visibility and blind other drivers. It can also cause overheating inside the headlight housing, potentially warping the plastic lens or reflector. Always verify the bulb number before purchasing.

1970 Dodge Charger Headlight FAQ

The 1970 Dodge Charger uses a 4000 LED bulb for the low beam headlights. We recommend upgrading to LED for better visibility.

The high beam bulb size for the 1970 Dodge Charger is 1895.

The 1970 Dodge Charger uses a dual bulb headlight system. This means you have separate bulbs for high and low beams.

Yes, the 1970 Dodge Charger comes with standard halogen bulbs from the factory, but they can be upgraded to LED. You will need a 4000 LED LED conversion kit for the low beams.

Yes, the 1970 Dodge Charger takes a LED Fog Light bulb for the fog light position.

Turn off the vehicle and open the hood. Locate the headlight assembly from behind, remove the dust cover or retaining clip, disconnect the wiring harness, twist the old 4000 LED bulb counter-clockwise to remove it, then insert the new bulb and reassemble. Note: Dodge vehicles use a CANbus system, so LED replacements may need an anti-flicker decoder. The whole process typically takes 10 to 30 minutes per side depending on accessibility.

LED bulbs used off-road or in auxiliary lights are legal everywhere. For on-road headlight use, legality varies by state. Many states allow LED retrofits as long as the beam pattern meets DOT standards. For the best legal compliance, choose a DOT-approved 4000 LED LED kit that is designed as a direct replacement and produces a proper cutoff pattern without excessive glare.

A pair of halogen 4000 LED bulbs costs $15 to $40, while LED conversion kits run $25 to $60 per pair. If you have a shop do the work, expect an additional $20 to $50 in labor per bulb. Replacing them yourself at home saves the labor cost and usually takes under 30 minutes.

Halogen bulbs produce a warm yellow light (around 3200K), last 500 to 1000 hours, and draw more power. LED bulbs emit a brighter white light (5000-6000K), last 25,000+ hours, and use less energy. LED upgrades for the 4000 LED position are available as direct plug-and-play replacements. Since the Dodge uses CANbus monitoring, choose a CANbus-compatible LED kit to avoid dashboard errors.

Did Dodge Charger Bulb Sizes Change Over the Years?

Over its production run from 1968 to 2022, the Dodge Charger has seen bulb size changes in the Low Beam, High Beam and Fog Light positions. The 1970 model uses the earlier bulb specification that was in place before the change around 2020. Always verify the exact bulb size for your specific 1970 model year using the chart above, as using the wrong size can result in poor fitment or reduced light output.

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Other Vehicles That Use 4000 LED Bulbs

These vehicles from other makes also use a 4000 LED low beam bulb:

1996 Chevrolet W3500 Tiltmaster1996 Chevrolet W4500 Tiltmaster1996 Chevrolet W5500 Tiltmaster1988 BMW 535is1987 BMW 535i1983 Peugeot 505