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1986 Honda Civic 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.

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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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1986 Honda Civic Bulb Size Chart

PositionBulb CodeAliasesTrim / PackageFactory TypeConfidenceReviewNotesShop
Side Marker168—Standard listingHalogenMedium
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Turn Signal Front1156—Standard listingHalogenHigh
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Low Beam9004HB1Standard listingHalogenHigh
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Dual-beam bulb; verify factory housing and lighting package.

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Parking Light168—Standard listingHalogenMedium
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Brake Light921—Standard listingHalogenHigh
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Reverse Light1156—Standard listingHalogenMedium
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Turn Signal Rear1156—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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Dome LightDE3022—Standard listingHalogenMedium
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Trunk LightDE3021—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

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High Beam9004HB1Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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

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1986 Honda Civic Fitment Notes

Across the 1973-2022 production range, our database shows changes in the listed Reverse Light, Turn Signal Rear, Low Beam positions. Use the chart above for this 1986 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 1986 Honda Civic's bulbs compare to other years?

The 1986 Honda Civic changed bulb sizes from 1985. The previous model year used a different configuration.

The 1987 model switched to a different bulb configuration.

This bulb configuration covers the 1986 model years. ← 1985 1987 →

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Frequently Asked Questions

Our database lists 9004 for the 1986 Honda Civic low beam headlights. Verify the bulb number on your existing bulb and confirm your trim or factory lighting package before buying.

Our database lists 9004 for the 1986 Honda Civic high beam position. Some vehicles vary by trim, lighting package, or previous housing changes.

Dim headlights on a 1986 Honda Civic 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.

The 1986 Honda Civic 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 1986 Honda Civic uses a single bulb (dual filament) headlight system. This means one bulb controls both 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.

Yes — the 1986 Honda Civic uses different bulb sizes than the 1985 model. The 1986 generation introduced this bulb configuration.

The 1986 Honda Civic is the only year in the 1986 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 1986 Honda Civic.