Suzuki Vitara License Plate Bulb Size

The Suzuki Vitara license plate light requires a 168 bulb size for proper illumination of the rear area. Data for the specified lighting component covers the range from 1999 to 2004.

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
1999-2004	168

Bulb Specifications

Description	Bulb Size
ANSI standard (US & Canada). Miniature wedge bulb (T10). 12V, 4.9W.	168

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Additional Notes

The Suzuki Vitara uses the 168 bulb size for the license plate position across the 1999-2004 model years.
The 168 bulb is an ANSI-standardized type, meaning its specifications are governed by a recognized North American industry standard applicable in both the US and Canada.
It belongs to the T10 miniature wedge family, a form factor defined by a wedge-shaped base that connects directly into a socket without a separate metal cap or pins.
The T10 designation refers to the bulb body width, which is 10 millimeters across, a common sizing convention in miniature automotive lighting.
The 168 operates at 12 volts, consistent with the standard electrical system voltage found in conventional passenger vehicles.
Its rated wattage is 4.9W, placing it in the low-power range typical of license plate and courtesy lighting applications.
The wedge base design of the 168 means fitment depends on socket compatibility with the T10 form factor, and substitution with bulbs of a different base type would require a different socket or adapter.
Because the 168 is an ANSI-designated bulb, it is interchangeable with other bulbs sharing the same ANSI number regardless of manufacturer, provided the voltage and wattage ratings are matched.