1996 Honda Civic Bulb Sizes
Quick answer: the 1996 Honda Civic uses 9003 low and high beams.
1996 Honda Civic bulb size chart
| Position | Bulb size (tap to shop) |
|---|---|
| Headlight Bulb High Beam and Low Beam | 9003 |
| Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb | 921 |
| License Plate Light Bulb | 168 |
| Tail Light Bulb Inner | 168 |
| Dome Light Bulb | 168 |
| Instrument Panel Light Bulb(Compare to original - Option 1) | 158 |
Tap any bulb size to see it on Amazon. Trims and mid-year changes can differ, so pull the old bulb and match the number on its base before you order.
Which bulb should I buy?
- Just need it working again? Buy the standard halogen in the same size. It's cheap, it's legal everywhere, and it takes five minutes.
- Want to see better at night without messing with anything? Step up to a brighter halogen. Same plug, more light, no wiring.
- Want the white, modern look? Go LED. Great for fog, reverse, plate and interior lights. For headlights, LED bulbs in a housing built for halogen can throw glare, so aim them after you install and check your state's rules before running them on the street.
Our picks by bulb size
9003 (headlight high beam and low beam)
921 (center high mount stop light)
- Halogen: Sylvania 921 Long Life (2 bulbs)
- LED: LASFIT 921 LED (pack of 2)
168 (license plate light, tail light inner, dome light)
- Halogen: Sylvania 194 SilverStar (2 bulbs)
- LED: LASFIT 194 LED (2 pcs)
158 (instrument panel light)
- Top pick: Sylvania 158 Basic (10 bulbs)
For brake lights and turn signals, match the LED color to the lens: red behind a red lens, amber for turn signals.
While you're in there
- Cloudy headlights? New bulbs won't fix a yellowed lens. A replacement housing makes a bigger difference than any bulb: see Honda Civic headlights at NTXGlow.
- Tail lights faded or cracked? Honda Civic tail lights at NTXGlow.
Common questions
What size is the low beam headlight bulb on a 1996 Honda Civic?
9003.
What size is the high beam headlight bulb on a 1996 Honda Civic?
9003.
Can I put LED bulbs in a 1996 Honda Civic?
Most sizes on this vehicle have a plug-in LED version. Fog, license plate and interior lights are the easy wins. For headlights, aim them after you install and check your local laws first.
How do I make sure I'm buying the right size?
Pull the old bulb and read the number stamped on its base, or check the bulb chart in your owner's manual. Trims and mid-year changes can differ from any chart, including this one.
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