Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser License Plate Bulb Size

The Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser license plate requires a 194 bulb size for the exterior lighting system. Data for the specified component covers the range from 1980 through 1994.

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
1987-1994	194
1980-1983	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 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser uses the 194 bulb for its license plate light across all model years listed in the specifications, spanning 1980-1983 and 1987-1994.
The 194 is a T10 miniature wedge bulb, a form factor defined by its wedge-shaped base, which connects directly into a socket without a separate metal base or pins.
The T10 designation refers to the bulb's tubular envelope width, measured in eighths of an inch, placing it in the smaller end of the miniature wedge category.
The 194 bulb operates at 12 volts, which is consistent with standard 12-volt automotive electrical systems.
At 3.78 watts, the 194 draws a low amount of power, a characteristic typical of license plate and courtesy lighting applications.
The 194 bulb conforms to ANSI standards recognized in both the United States and Canada, indicating a standardized specification for its electrical and physical properties.
Because the 194 is a wedge-type bulb, it is held in place by the tension of the socket itself rather than by a bayonet or screw mechanism, which is a defining trait of this bulb family.
The T10 wedge format is shared by several bulb numbers in the miniature wedge family, meaning physical fitment alone does not confirm electrical equivalence with other T10-based bulbs.