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1973 Volkswagen Squareback 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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1973 Volkswagen Squareback Bulb Size Chart

PositionBulb CodeAliasesTrim / PackageFactory TypeConfidenceReviewNotesShop
Low BeamH6024—Standard listingHalogenHigh
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Dual-beam bulb; verify factory housing and lighting package.

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Turn Signal Front1157—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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Brake Light1157—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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

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Parking Light1157—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

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

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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

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

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High BeamH6024—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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

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1973 Volkswagen Squareback Fitment Notes

Our database shows the same listed bulb sizes for the Volkswagen Squareback across the 1970 to 1973 range. Still verify your trim, lighting package, and the bulb number in the housing 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 1973 Volkswagen Squareback's bulbs compare to other years?

The 1973 Volkswagen Squareback changed bulb sizes from 1972. The previous model year used a different configuration.

This bulb configuration covers the 1973 model years. ← 1972

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Other Squareback Years

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Frequently Asked Questions

Our database lists H6024 for the 1973 Volkswagen Squareback 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 1973 Volkswagen Squareback high beam position. Some vehicles vary by trim, lighting package, or previous housing changes.

Dim headlights on a 1973 Volkswagen Squareback 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 1973 Volkswagen Squareback 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 1973 Volkswagen Squareback 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 1973 Volkswagen Squareback uses different bulb sizes than the 1972 model. The 1973 generation introduced this bulb configuration.

The 1973 Volkswagen Squareback is the only year in the 1973 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 1973 Volkswagen Squareback.