Jeep Scrambler License Plate Bulb Size

The Jeep Scrambler license plate light requires a 97 bulb size for proper illumination of the rear vehicle identification area. Data for the specific bulb requirements covers the range from 1981 to 1985.

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
1981-1985	97

Bulb Specifications

Description	Bulb Size
ANSI standard (US & Canada). Single-filament bulb with BA15s bayonet base. Variant of 1156. 12V, 13W.	97

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Additional Notes

The Jeep Scrambler uses the 97 bulb for the license plate position across all listed model years, spanning 1981-1985.
The 97 is an ANSI-standardized bulb type recognized in both the United States and Canada.
It operates on a 12-volt electrical system and draws 13 watts, placing it in the low-wattage range typical of auxiliary lighting positions such as license plate illumination.
The 97 uses a BA15s bayonet base, which is a single-contact bayonet mount with a 15mm collar width.
As a single-filament bulb, the 97 serves only one lighting function, which is consistent with its use in a license plate application rather than a dual-purpose position such as stop/tail.
The 97 is a variant of the 1156 bulb. While the two share the same BA15s base type, they are not identical in output, and substitution between them may affect performance or fitment depending on the socket and circuit specifications of the vehicle.