Ford Explorer Glove Box Bulb Size

The Ford Explorer glove box utilizes a single 194 bulb size for illumination purposes within the interior compartment. Available data covers the specific time range from 1991 through 2019 for the specified vehicle 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
2016-2019	194
1991-2001	194

Bulb Specifications

Description	Bulb Size
ANSI standard (US & Canada). Miniature wedge bulb (T10). 12V, 3.78W.	194

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Additional Notes

The 194 bulb is the sole glove box bulb type listed across all Ford Explorer model years in these specifications.
The 194 bulb is a miniature wedge type, classified under the T10 form factor, which refers to its tubular shape with a width of 10 millimeters.
It operates at 12 volts and draws 3.78 watts, placing it in the low-wattage range typical of interior courtesy and compartment lighting.
The 194 designation follows the ANSI standard, meaning it conforms to a defined specification recognized in both the United States and Canada.
The wedge base design of the T10 bulb means it is held in place by the socket contacts gripping the base directly, with no separate metal cap or pins involved.
The Ford Explorer (1991-2001) and the 2016-2019 model years all share the 194 bulb for the glove box position, indicating consistent socket compatibility across those production periods.
Because the 194 is an ANSI-standardized wedge bulb, aftermarket and OEM replacements from different manufacturers are generally interchangeable as long as they carry the same designation and voltage rating.
At 3.78 watts on a 12-volt circuit, the 194 bulb draws approximately 0.315 amperes, which is consistent with low-load interior lighting circuits.