What Size Bulbs Does a 1987 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1987 Ford Crown Victoria Have?
The 1987 Ford Crown Victoria features an extensive lighting system with 13 bulb positions. It uses halogen technology with H4656 LED low beams and 194 high beams in a dual-bulb configuration. The Crown Victoria has been available from 1987 to 2011, and the 1987 model falls in the early-generation years.
Can You Put LED Bulbs in a 1987 Ford Crown Victoria?
To upgrade the 1987 Ford Crown Victoria headlights to LED, you will need a H4656 LED LED kit for the low beams and a 194 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. 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 1987 Ford Crown Victoria
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 1987 Crown Victoria 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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1987 Ford Crown Victoria Complete Bulb Size Chart
| Position | Bulb Size | Shop |
|---|---|---|
Low Beam | H4656 LED | Buy H4656 LED |
High Beam | 194 | Buy 194 |
Fog Light | LED Fog Light | Buy LED Fog Light |
Brake Light | 194 | Buy 194 |
Side Marker | 194 LED | Buy 194 LED |
Turn Signal Front | 1157NA LED | Buy 1157NA LED |
Turn Signal Rear | 1157 LED | Buy 1157 LED |
Reverse Light | 1156 | Buy 1156 |
Dome Light | 912 | Buy 912 |
License Plate | 194 or 168 | Buy 194 or 168 |
Map Light | 105 | Buy 105 |
Parking Light | 1157NA | Buy 1157NA |
Trunk Light | 89 | Buy 89 |
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Standard halogen headlights on the 1987 Ford Crown Victoria 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 39 years old, the original bulbs on your Crown Victoria 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 1987 Ford Crown Victoria?
The H4656 low beam bulb on the 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is a specific fitment. There are no widely recognized cross-compatible alternatives, so make sure to purchase the exact H4656 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.
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Did Ford Crown Victoria Bulb Sizes Change Over the Years?
Over its production run from 1987 to 2011, the Ford Crown Victoria has seen bulb size changes in the Low Beam, High Beam and Fog Light positions. The 1987 model uses the earlier bulb specification that was in place before the change around 2009. Always verify the exact bulb size for your specific 1987 model year using the chart above, as using the wrong size can result in poor fitment or reduced light output.
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