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

YearsBulb Size
2008-2010H8
2006-200712961 (With Halogen Capsule Headlamps)
2003H6W (With bulb socket)
2000-2002H6W
1991-1993P21/5W
1988P21/5W

Bulb Specifications

Description Bulb Size
ECE standard (Europe & worldwide). Single-filament halogen bulb with PGJ19-1 base. Also approved in the US. 12V, 35W.H8
Philips part number. Miniature wedge bulb (T10) with W2.1x9.5d base. 12V, 5W.12961
ECE standard (Europe & worldwide). Single-filament signalling bulb with BAX9s base. 12V, 6W.H6W
ECE standard (Europe & worldwide). Dual-filament signalling bulb with BAY15d bayonet base. 12V, 21W/5W.P21/5W

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