Chevrolet Monte Carlo Instrument Panel Bulb Size
The Chevrolet Monte Carlo instrument panel utilizes bulb sizes 73, 161, 168, 194, and 1445 for illumination across various production periods. Available data covers the span from 1970 through 1999 for the specified components.
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
| Years | Bulb Size |
|---|---|
| 1997-1999 | 73 |
| 1995-1996 | 161 |
| 1987-1988 | 194 |
| 1986 | 161 |
| 1984-1985 | 168 |
| 1983 | 161 |
| 1981-1982 | 194 |
| 1980 | 168 |
| 1975-1979 | 194 |
| 1974 | 168 |
| 1973 | 194 |
| 1972 | 1445 |
| 1970 | 194 |
Bulb Specifications
| Description | Bulb Size |
|---|---|
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Miniature wedge bulb (T5). 12V, 1.4W. | 73 |
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Miniature wedge bulb (T10). 12V, 1W. | 161 |
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Miniature wedge bulb (T10). 12V, 3.78W. | 194 |
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Miniature wedge bulb (T10). 12V, 4.9W. | 168 |
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Single-filament bulb with BA9s base. 12V, 2W. | 1445 |