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1987 Volkswagen Transporter 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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1987 Volkswagen Transporter Bulb Size Chart

PositionBulb CodeAliasesTrim / PackageFactory TypeConfidenceReviewNotesShop
Side Marker3893—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

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Low Beam9004HB1Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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

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Turn Signal Front7528—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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

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License Plate3893—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

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

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Brake Light7528—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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

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Parking Light7528—Standard listingHalogenMedium
Pending

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

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Tail Light7528—Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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

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High Beam9004HB1Standard listingHalogenHigh
Pending

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

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1987 Volkswagen Transporter Fitment Notes

Across the 1968-1994 production range, our database shows changes in the listed Low Beam, Turn Signal Front, Brake Light positions. Use the chart above for this 1987 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 1987 Volkswagen Transporter's bulbs compare to other years?

The 1987 Volkswagen Transporter changed bulb sizes from 1986. The previous model year used a different configuration.

The 1988 model continues with the same bulb sizes.

This bulb configuration covers the 1987–1989 model years. ← 1986 1988 →

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Other Transporter Years

199419931992199119901989198819861985197919781977197619751974197319721971197019691968

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Frequently Asked Questions

Our database lists 9004 for the 1987 Volkswagen Transporter 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 1987 Volkswagen Transporter high beam position. Some vehicles vary by trim, lighting package, or previous housing changes.

Dim headlights on a 1987 Volkswagen Transporter 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 1987 Volkswagen Transporter 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 1987 Volkswagen Transporter 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 1987 Volkswagen Transporter uses different bulb sizes than the 1986 model. The 1987–1989 generation introduced this bulb configuration.

The 1987 Volkswagen Transporter is the first year in the 1987–1989 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 1987 Volkswagen Transporter.