The Nissan Pickup brake light requires a 1157 bulb size for proper installation and function within the rear lighting assembly. Data for the specified component covers the range from 1995 through 1997.
The year-by-year compatibility chart below provides a quick reference to verify the correct bulb size for your vehicle.
The Nissan Pickup uses the 1157 bulb for brake lighting across the 1995-1997 model years.
The 1157 is a dual-filament bulb, meaning it serves two lighting functions within a single housing. In brake light applications, the higher-wattage filament (21W) activates under braking, while the lower-wattage filament (5W) handles the tail light function.
The 1157 uses a BAY15d bayonet base, which features two offset pins at different heights. This offset pin design prevents the bulb from being inserted in the wrong orientation, ensuring the correct filament aligns with each circuit.
The 1157 operates at 12V and carries an ANSI standard rating applicable to both the United States and Canada.
The Center High Mount Stop Light on the Nissan Pickup (1995-1997) uses the 2723 bulb, a separate and distinct specification from the main brake bulbs.
The 2723 is a T5 miniature wedge bulb, a form factor considerably smaller than the 1157. Its wedge base is held in place by socket tension rather than a bayonet locking mechanism.
The 2723 operates at 12V with a rated output of 1.4W, reflecting its role as a low-draw indicator lamp rather than a primary lighting source.
The 1157 and 2723 are not interchangeable. Their base types, wattage ratings, and physical sizes are incompatible with each other's sockets.