Ford Ranger Engine Compartment Light Bulb Size

The Ford Ranger engine compartment light uses a 906 bulb size for illumination in the engine bay area. The replacement chart covers vehicle production spanning from 1993 to 2004.

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
1993-2004	906

Bulb Specifications

Description	Bulb Size
ANSI standard (US & Canada). Miniature wedge bulb (T10). 12V, 8W.	906

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Additional Notes

The Ford Ranger uses the 906 bulb for the engine compartment light across the 1993-2004 model years.
The 906 is a miniature wedge-type bulb, classified under the T10 designation, which refers to its tubular glass envelope size.
Wedge-base bulbs like the 906 are held in place by tension from the socket itself rather than a bayonet or screw mechanism, making them tool-free to remove.
The 906 operates at 12 volts and draws 8 watts, placing it in the low-wattage range typical of underhood utility lighting.
The 906 carries an ANSI standard designation, meaning its physical and electrical specifications are standardized for use across the United States and Canada.
Because the 906 is an ANSI-standardized part, it is interchangeable with any other 906-rated bulb regardless of manufacturer, provided the voltage and wattage ratings match.
T10 wedge bulbs are a widely used format in automotive auxiliary lighting, and substitutes must match both the wedge base profile and the 12V/8W electrical rating to function correctly in this application.