Renault R17 License Plate Bulb Size

The Renault R17 license plate light requires a bulb with the unique size 97 for proper illumination. Data for the specified lighting component covers the period from 1972 through 1979.

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
1972-1979	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 Renault R17 uses the 97 bulb for its license plate position across all listed model years, spanning 1972-1979.
The 97 is an ANSI-standard bulb recognized in the United States and Canada, operating at 12 volts and 13 watts.
It uses a BA15s bayonet base, which is a single-contact base type with a 15mm collar and a single locating pin on the side.
The 97 is a single-filament bulb, meaning it serves one lighting function rather than combining two, such as stop and tail, into one unit.
The 97 bulb is a variant of the 1156, so the two share design characteristics, though they are not confirmed as interchangeable without verifying exact voltage and wattage tolerances for the application.