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1989 Buick Electra Bulb Size Chart

Bulb sizes may vary by trim, factory lighting package, region, production date, and previous modifications. Verify the bulb number on your existing bulb before buying.

Last database update: May 2026. Manual review status: Not yet manually reviewed.

Verify before buying: check the bulb number printed on your existing bulb, confirm your trim and factory lighting package, and review the seller's fitment notes.
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1989 Buick Electra Bulb Size Chart

PositionBulb CodeAliasesTrim / PackageFactory TypeConfidenceReviewNotesShop
Fog Light881893 / 894 / 896If equipped / package-dependentHalogenHigh
Pending

If equipped; fog light packages can vary by trim.

AmazoneBay
Low Beam9004HB1Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

Dual-beam bulb; verify factory housing and lighting package.

Amazon
Side Marker194—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

Verify trim, factory lighting package, and the bulb number on the existing bulb.

Amazon
High BeamH4651—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

Verify trim, factory lighting package, and the bulb number on the existing bulb.

Amazon
Brake Light1156—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

Verify trim, factory lighting package, and the bulb number on the existing bulb.

Amazon
License Plate194—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

Verify trim, factory lighting package, and the bulb number on the existing bulb.

Amazon
Reverse Light1156—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

Verify trim, factory lighting package, and the bulb number on the existing bulb.

Amazon

1989 Buick Electra Fitment Notes

Across the 1959-1989 production range, our database shows changes in the listed Low Beam, Side Marker, High Beam positions. Use the chart above for this 1989 model, then confirm the bulb number in your vehicle before buying.

Known fitment limitations

  • factory HID or LED packages may use different parts
  • fog lights may depend on equipment package
  • aftermarket headlight assemblies may use different bulbs
  • regional models and production-date splits may differ

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How do the 1989 Buick Electra's bulbs compare to other years?

The 1989 Buick Electra changed bulb sizes from 1988. The previous model year used a different configuration.

This bulb configuration covers the 1989 model years. ← 1988

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Other Electra Years

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Frequently Asked Questions

Our database lists 9004 for the 1989 Buick Electra low beam headlights. Verify the bulb number on your existing bulb and confirm your trim or factory lighting package before buying.

Our database lists H4651 for the 1989 Buick Electra high beam position. Some vehicles vary by trim, lighting package, or previous housing changes.

Dim headlights on a 1989 Buick Electra can come from aging halogen bulbs, cloudy lenses, weak electrical connections, or an incorrect bulb. Confirm the listed 9004 size against the bulb in the housing before choosing a replacement or upgrade.

Our database lists 881 for the 1989 Buick Electra fog light position. Fog lights are often package-dependent, so verify that your vehicle is equipped with factory fog lights before ordering.

The 1989 Buick Electra uses a dual bulb headlight system. This means you have separate bulbs for high and low beams.

LED upgrades are available for many 9004 applications, but fitment, beam pattern, dashboard warnings, and road-use legality can vary. Use products that list your exact bulb family, such as 9004 / HB1, and verify the factory housing before buying.

Our database has a fog light entry for the 1989 Buick Electra: 881. Fog lights may still depend on trim or equipment package.

Yes — the 1989 Buick Electra uses different bulb sizes than the 1988 model. The 1989 generation introduced this bulb configuration.

The 1989 Buick Electra is the only year in the 1989 generation to use the 9004 bulb for the low beam headlight.

Access varies by engine bay layout and headlight housing. Before disassembly, confirm the listed 9004 low beam size on the existing bulb or owner's manual, then follow the service procedure for your exact trim.

Rules for LED headlight retrofits vary by location and by housing type. Avoid products that create glare or lack road-use compliance claims, and check local requirements before using an LED conversion on public roads.

Replacement cost depends on bulb technology, brand, and labor access. Common halogen 9004 replacements are usually cheaper than LED conversion kits. Check seller fitment notes before comparing prices.

Halogen bulbs and LED replacements differ in output, heat behavior, beam pattern, and electronics. A correct bulb code does not guarantee a correct LED beam pattern, so verify physical fit and seller compatibility notes for the 1989 Buick Electra.