Pontiac Chieftain Glove Box Bulb Size
The Pontiac Chieftain glove box light requires bulb sizes 257, 57, or 1896 depending on the specific application. Data for the listed components covers the period from 1953 to 1958.
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 |
|---|---|
| 1958 | 257 |
| 1955-1957 | 57 |
| 1953-1954 | 1896 |
Bulb Specifications
| Description | Bulb Size |
|---|---|
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Festoon or BA9s base instrument bulb. 12V, 2W. | 257 |
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Single-filament bulb with BA9s base. 12V, 1W. | 57 |
| ANSI standard (US & Canada). Miniature wedge bulb (T5). 12V, 0.9W. | 1896 |