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What Size Bulbs Does a 1979 Volkswagen Dasher Use?

Correct headlight, fog light, and tail light bulb sizes. Sourced from OEM catalog data.

Installation Difficulty

Hard (Tight clearances)

Est. Replacement Cost

$15 - $40 (Halogen) / $30+ (LED)

What Lighting System Does the 1979 Volkswagen Dasher Have?

Lighting on the 1979 Volkswagen Dasher is managed by a total of 13 bulbs, covering everything from primary headlights to signal indicators. It features an extensive lighting system powered by a dual-bulb halogen configuration using separate 4000 LED low beam and H5001 LED high beam bulbs for precise light distribution. This model belongs to the mid years of the Dasher's 1974-1981 production span. Note that Volkswagen vehicles typically feature a CANbus electrical monitor that checks for specific bulb resistance.

Can You Put LED Bulbs in a 1979 Volkswagen Dasher?

Upgrading to LED is one of the most effective ways to modernize your Volkswagen's appearance and safety profile. We recommend starting your upgrade with the 4000 LED low beams, as they see the most use. Adding a matching H5001 LED LED kit later will complete the look and ensure consistent lighting performance. Because Volkswagen utilizes a CANbus system, standard LED bulbs may cause "bulb out" errors on your dashboard. Always opt for "Error-Free" or CANbus-ready kits which include the necessary resistors. Don't forget the LED Fog Lights fog lights; switching these to LED can dramatically improve your visibility in adverse weather.

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