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1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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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1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata Bulb Size Chart

PositionBulb CodeAliasesTrim / PackageFactory TypeConfidenceReviewNotesShop
Side Marker194—Standard listingHalogenMedium
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Low BeamH6024—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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

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Turn Signal Front1157A—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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Parking Light1157A—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

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Tail Light1157—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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

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Reverse Light1156—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

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Brake Light1156—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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

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Turn Signal Rear1156—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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

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Trunk Light168—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

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High BeamH6024—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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

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1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata Fitment Notes

Across the 1990-2023 production range, our database shows changes in the listed Side Marker, Turn Signal Front, Turn Signal Rear positions. Use the chart above for this 1996 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 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata's bulbs compare to other years?

The 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata changed bulb sizes from 1995. The previous model year used a different configuration.

The 1997 model switched to a different bulb configuration.

This bulb configuration covers the 1996 model years. ← 1995 1997 →

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Frequently Asked Questions

Our database lists H6024 for the 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata low beam headlights. Verify the bulb number on your existing bulb and confirm your trim or factory lighting package before buying.

Our database lists H6024 for the 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata high beam position. Some vehicles vary by trim, lighting package, or previous housing changes.

Dim headlights on a 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata can come from aging halogen bulbs, cloudy lenses, weak electrical connections, or an incorrect bulb. Confirm the listed H6024 size against the bulb in the housing before choosing a replacement or upgrade.

The 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata uses a single bulb (dual filament) headlight system. This means one bulb controls both high and low beams.

LED upgrades are available for many H6024 applications, but fitment, beam pattern, dashboard warnings, and road-use legality can vary. Use products that list your exact bulb family, such as H6024, and verify the factory housing before buying.

Yes — the 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata uses different bulb sizes than the 1995 model. The 1996 generation introduced this bulb configuration.

The 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata is the only year in the 1996 generation to use the H6024 bulb for the low beam headlight.

Access varies by engine bay layout and headlight housing. Before disassembly, confirm the listed H6024 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 H6024 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 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata.