BMW 740iL Tail Light Bulb Size
The BMW 740iL tail light utilizes P21/5W and 12821 bulb sizes for the rear lighting components. Data for the specified vehicle covers the range from 1993 through 2001.
The year-by-year compatibility chart below provides a quick reference to verify the correct bulb size for your vehicle.
Outer Tail Light
| Years | US Type | EU Type | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995-2001 | 1157 | P21/5W | Check Price |
Tail Light
If US Type and EU Type show the same value, a direct cross-reference for this bulb is not available or the data is insufficient.
| Years | US Type | EU Type | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999-2001 | 1157 | P21/5W | Check Price |
| 1993-1998 | 12821 | 12821 | Check Price |
Bulb Specifications
| Description | Type | Shop |
|---|---|---|
| ECE standard (Europe & worldwide). Dual-filament signalling bulb with BAY15d bayonet base. 12V, 21W/5W. | P21/5W | Check Price |
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Dual-filament bulb with BAY15d bayonet base. 12V, 21W/5W. | 1157 | Check Price |
| Philips part number. Miniature wedge bulb (T10) with W2.1x9.5d base. 12V, 5W. | 12821 | Check Price |