BMW 318i Side Marker Bulb Size

The BMW 318i front and rear side marker bulb size specifications include P21/5W and P21/4W options, with alternative part numbers 12961 and 3893 available for this bulb size. The replacement chart covers vehicle production years spanning 1984 to 1998 with corresponding bulb size data.

The year-by-year compatibility chart below provides a quick reference to verify the correct bulb size for your vehicle.

Front Side Marker

YearsBulb Size
1997-1998P21/5W
1995-199612961
1993-1994P21/5W
199112961
1984-19853893

Rear Side Marker

YearsBulb Size
1997-1998P21/5W
1993-1994P21/4W
1984-19853893

Bulb Specifications

Description Bulb Size
ECE standard (Europe & worldwide). Dual-filament signalling bulb with BAY15d bayonet base. 12V, 21W/5W.P21/5W
Philips part number. Miniature wedge bulb (T10) with W2.1x9.5d base. 12V, 5W.12961
ANSI standard (US & Canada). Dual-filament bulb with BAY15d bayonet base, specialty application. 12V.3893
ECE standard (Europe & worldwide). Dual-filament signalling bulb with BAZ15d bayonet base. 12V, 21W/4W.P21/4W

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