1999 Ford Explorer Bulb Sizes
Quick answer: the 1999 Ford Explorer uses 9007 low beams, 9007 or 194 high beams, H1 fog lights and 3157R brake lights. Where two sizes are listed, it depends on your trim or headlight type, so check the chart below.
1999 Ford Explorer bulb size chart
| Position | Bulb size (tap to shop) |
|---|---|
| Headlight Bulb High Beam and Low Beam | 9007 |
| Fog Light Bulb Front | H1 |
| Brake Light Bulb | 3157R |
| License Plate Light Bulb | 168 |
| Tail Light Bulb | 3157R |
| Glove Box Light Bulb | 194 |
| Map Light Bulb | 168 |
| Interior Door Light Bulb | 168 |
| Instrument Panel Light Bulb | 194 |
| Ash Tray Light Bulb | 161 |
| Turn Signal Indicator Light Bulb | 194 |
| High Beam Indicator Light Bulb | 194 |
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
9007 (headlight high beam and low beam)
H1 (fog light front)
- Top pick: OSRAM Night Breaker Laser H1 halogen
3157R (brake light, tail light)
- Halogen: Sylvania 3157 Long Life (2 bulbs)
- LED: LASFIT 3157 red LED (2 pcs)
168 / 194 (license plate light, glove box light, map light and more)
- Halogen: Sylvania 194 SilverStar (2 bulbs)
- LED: LASFIT 194 LED (2 pcs)
161 (ash tray light)
- Top pick: Sylvania 161 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 Ford Explorer headlights at NTXGlow.
- Tail lights faded or cracked? Ford Explorer tail lights at NTXGlow.
Common questions
What size is the low beam headlight bulb on a 1999 Ford Explorer?
9007.
What size is the high beam headlight bulb on a 1999 Ford Explorer?
Headlight High Beam and Low Beam: 9007. High Beam Indicator Light: 194.
What size is the fog light bulb on a 1999 Ford Explorer?
H1.
Are the brake light and tail light the same bulb on a 1999 Ford Explorer?
Yes. Both use a 3157R.
Can I put LED bulbs in a 1999 Ford Explorer?
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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