2005 GMC Yukon Bulb Sizes
Quick answer: the 2005 Yukon runs 9005 high beams, 9006 low beams on SLE/SLT trucks (9005 low beams on the Denali), 880 fog lights, 3157 brake and tail bulbs, and 194 for the license plate and most of the small stuff.
2005 GMC Yukon bulb size chart
| Position | Bulb size (tap to shop) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Headlight, high beam | 9005 | All trims |
| Headlight, low beam (SLE / SLT) | 9006 | |
| Headlight, low beam (Denali) | 9005 | Denali uses 9005 for both |
| Fog light, front | 880 | |
| Brake light | 3157 | Dual filament; use red if you go LED |
| Tail light | 3157 | Same bulb as the brake light |
| Third brake light (center high mount) | 194 | |
| License plate | 194 | |
| Glove box | 194 | |
| Map light | 168 or 161 | Depends on the console; pull one and read the base |
| Courtesy light | 168 |
Tap any bulb size to see our top pick for it on Amazon. 194, 168 and 161 are all the same small wedge-base family. A 194 LED fits all three sockets.
Which bulb should I buy?
Short version, the way I'd tell a buddy in the driveway:
- 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, noticeably more light, no wiring.
- Want the white, modern look? Go LED. Great for fogs, 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
9005 — high beam (and Denali low beam)
| Better | Best |
|---|---|
|
Sylvania 9005 XtraVision (2 bulbs) Brighter halogen. Plug in and done. |
SEALIGHT 9005 LED bulbs (pack of 2) Bright white LED, plugs right in. |
9006 — low beam (SLE / SLT)
| Better | Best |
|---|---|
|
Philips 9006 CrystalVision Platinum (2 pack) Whiter halogen, still a direct swap. |
SEALIGHT 9006 LED bulbs (pack of 2) Bright white LED, plugs right in. |
880 — fog lights
| Good | Best |
|---|---|
|
Sylvania 880 Basic halogen Sold as a single bulb, so order two. |
LUYED 880 LED fog bulbs (2 pack) Fogs are the easiest place to start with LED. |
3157 — brake and tail lights
| Good | Best |
|---|---|
|
Sylvania 3157 Long Life (10 bulbs) Enough to do the whole back end and keep spares in the glove box. |
LASFIT T3 3157 red LED (2 pcs) Red LED with a resistor built in. |
194 / 168 / 161 — plate, third brake light and interior
| Good | Better | Best |
|---|---|---|
| Sylvania 168 Basic (2 bulbs) |
Sylvania 194 SilverStar (2 bulbs) Whiter halogen. |
LASFIT 194 LED (10 pcs) One pack does the plate, glove box, map and courtesy lights. |
While you're in there
- Cloudy headlights? New bulbs won't fix a yellowed lens. A full replacement housing makes a bigger difference than any bulb: see Yukon headlights at NTXGlow.
- Tail lights faded or cracked? Yukon tail lights at NTXGlow.
Common questions
What size is the low beam headlight bulb on a 2005 GMC Yukon?
9006 on SLE and SLT trucks. The Denali uses 9005 for the low beam.
What size is the fog light bulb?
880.
Are the brake light and tail light the same bulb?
Yes. Both are a 3157, a dual-filament bulb that handles the running light and the brighter brake light.
Can I put LED bulbs in a 2005 Yukon?
Yes, every size on this truck has an LED version that plugs in. Fogs, 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.
Other Yukon years
2004 GMC Yukon bulb sizes · 2007 GMC Yukon bulb sizes · 2008 GMC Yukon bulb sizes
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