Ford Freestyle License Plate Bulb Size

The Ford Freestyle license plate light requires a 168 bulb size for proper installation and function within the rear exterior lighting assembly. Data for 168 bulbs covers the 2005 to 2007 range of production for the specified vehicle.

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	US Type	EU Type	Shop
2005-2007	168	W5W	Check Price

Bulb Specifications

Description	Type	Shop
ANSI standard (US & Canada). Miniature wedge bulb (T10). 12V, 4.9W.	168	Check Price
ECE standard (Europe & worldwide). Single-filament signalling bulb with W2.1x9.5d wedge base. 12V, 5W.	W5W	Check Price

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Additional Notes

The 168 bulb is the license plate bulb size for the Ford Freestyle across the 2005-2007 model years.
The 168 bulb follows the ANSI standard, which is the American National Standards Institute classification used in the United States and Canada to define bulb performance and dimensional specifications.
The 168 is a T10 miniature wedge bulb, a designation referring to its tubular glass envelope and wedge-style base, which connects directly into a socket without a separate metal base or pins.
The 168 bulb operates at 12 volts, consistent with the standard electrical system voltage found in passenger vehicles.
At 4.9 watts, the 168 bulb draws relatively low power, which is typical for license plate lighting applications where output requirements are minimal.
The T10 wedge format is a widely used base type, meaning the 168 bulb is physically interchangeable with other T10 wedge bulbs rated at compatible voltage and wattage, though substitutions outside the 168 specification may not meet original equipment requirements.