BMW M5 Parking Light Bulb Size
The BMW M5 parking light utilizes H8, 12961, H6W, and P21/5W bulb sizes depending on the specific version of the vehicle. Available data covers the range from 1988 through 2010.
The year-by-year compatibility chart below provides a quick reference to verify the correct bulb size for your vehicle.
Bulb Size by Year Range
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-2010 | H8 | H8 | Check Price |
| 2006-2007 | 12961 (With Halogen Capsule Headlamps) | 12961 | Check Price |
| 2003 | H6W (With bulb socket) | H6W | Check Price |
| 2000-2002 | H6W | H6W | Check Price |
| 1991-1993 | 1157 | P21/5W | Check Price |
| 1988 | 1157 | P21/5W | Check Price |
Bulb Specifications
| Description | Type | Shop |
|---|---|---|
| ECE standard (Europe & worldwide). Single-filament halogen bulb with PGJ19-1 base. Also approved in the US. 12V, 35W. | H8 | Check Price |
| Philips part number. Miniature wedge bulb (T10) with W2.1x9.5d base. 12V, 5W. | 12961 | Check Price |
| ECE standard (Europe & worldwide). Single-filament signalling bulb with BAX9s base. 12V, 6W. | H6W | Check Price |
| 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 |