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1981 Cadillac Eldorado 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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1981 Cadillac Eldorado Bulb Size Chart

PositionBulb CodeAliasesTrim / PackageFactory TypeConfidenceReviewNotesShop
Side Marker194—Standard listingHalogenMedium
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Turn Signal Front1157A—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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High BeamH4651—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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Low BeamH4656—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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License Plate194—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

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Reverse Light1156—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

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Parking Light1157A—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

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Brake Light1157—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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Turn Signal Rear1157—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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Tail Light1157—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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1981 Cadillac Eldorado Fitment Notes

Across the 1958-2002 production range, our database shows changes in the listed Low Beam, High Beam, Fog Light positions. Use the chart above for this 1981 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 1981 Cadillac Eldorado's bulbs compare to other years?

The 1981 Cadillac Eldorado changed bulb sizes from 1980. The previous model year used a different configuration.

The 1982 model switched to a different bulb configuration.

This bulb configuration covers the 1981 model years. ← 1980 1982 →

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Other Eldorado Years

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Frequently Asked Questions

Our database lists H4656 for the 1981 Cadillac Eldorado 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 1981 Cadillac Eldorado high beam position. Some vehicles vary by trim, lighting package, or previous housing changes.

Dim headlights on a 1981 Cadillac Eldorado can come from aging halogen bulbs, cloudy lenses, weak electrical connections, or an incorrect bulb. Confirm the listed H4656 size against the bulb in the housing before choosing a replacement or upgrade.

The 1981 Cadillac Eldorado does not have a fog light bulb listed in our current database. If your vehicle has fog lights, verify the bulb in the housing or owner's manual before buying.

The 1981 Cadillac Eldorado uses a dual bulb headlight system. This means you have separate bulbs for high and low beams.

LED upgrades are available for many H4656 applications, but fitment, beam pattern, dashboard warnings, and road-use legality can vary. Use products that list your exact bulb family, such as H4656, and verify the factory housing before buying.

Yes — the 1981 Cadillac Eldorado uses different bulb sizes than the 1980 model. The 1981 generation introduced this bulb configuration.

The 1981 Cadillac Eldorado is the only year in the 1981 generation to use the H4656 bulb for the low beam headlight.

Access varies by engine bay layout and headlight housing. Before disassembly, confirm the listed H4656 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 H4656 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 1981 Cadillac Eldorado.