1983 Delorean DMC 12 Electrical Bulb & Socket Parts

Engine:
2.9L V6

The 1983 Delorean DMC 12 has 105 electrical bulb & socket parts with verified fitment on this page — 13 part types and 9 brands, covering the 2.9L V6 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.

The bulb and socket system on the 1983 Delorean DMC 12 covers every bulb and socket on the vehicle, from headlamps to instrument-cluster illumination. The largest groups are Step / Courtesy Light Bulb (16 parts), Turn Signal Lamp Bulb (16 parts) and Headlamp Bulb (11 parts). The other 10 part types cover the remaining 62 parts.

Back Up / Reverse Lamp Bulb

Extended Life

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA 7506LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBase Type: BA15S
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 7506LL
Long LifeBase Type: BA15SWattage: 21.00 W
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WAGNER 17635LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBA15S Base
Fitment notes — WAGNER 17635LL
Long LifeBA15S Base21.000 Watt
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Extra Bright (improved visibility, but shorter life)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA 7506ST
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Cool WhiteSilver Star
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 7506ST
Cool WhiteSilver StarColor Temperature: 3200 KVBase Type: BA15SWattage: 21.00 W
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
HELLA Popular 1156
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Brightness: 32.0 CPIncandescent
Fitment notes — HELLA 1156
Brightness: 32.0 CPIncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA15S
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HELLA Popular 7506
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA15S
Fitment notes — HELLA 7506
IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA15S
P21W
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SYLVANIA 7506
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Base Type: BA15SWattage: 25.00 W
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WAGNER 17635
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
BA15S Base21.000 Watt
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WAGNER 7506L
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBulb Type: T-6 Bulb 3/4 (19mm) Diameter
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This table covers the bulbs in the reverse lamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.

Brake Light Bulb

Extended Life

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA 7506LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBase Type: BA15S
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 7506LL
Long LifeBase Type: BA15SWattage: 21.00 W
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WAGNER 17635LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBA15S Base
Fitment notes — WAGNER 17635LL
Long LifeBA15S Base21.000 Watt
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Extra Bright (improved visibility, but shorter life)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA 7506ST
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Cool WhiteSilver Star
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 7506ST
Cool WhiteSilver StarColor Temperature: 3200 KVBase Type: BA15SWattage: 21.00 W
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LED (instant-on, long life, energy-saving)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
PHILIPS 1156RLED
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
VisionLED
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
HELLA Popular 1156
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Brightness: 32.0 CPIncandescent
Fitment notes — HELLA 1156
Brightness: 32.0 CPIncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA15S
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HELLA Popular 7506
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA15S
Fitment notes — HELLA 7506
IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA15S
P21W
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SYLVANIA 7506
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Base Type: BA15SWattage: 25.00 W
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WAGNER 17635
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
BA15S Base21.000 Watt
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WAGNER 7506L
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBulb Type: T-6 Bulb 3/4 (19mm) Diameter
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This table covers the bulbs in the stop lamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.

Dome Light Bulb

Extended Life

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
PHILIPS DE3425LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Longer Life
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SYLVANIA DE3425LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBase Type: Festoon
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA DE3425LL
Long LifeBase Type: FestoonWattage: 10.00 W
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LED (instant-on, long life, energy-saving)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
WAGNER DE3425WLED
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
LEDWhite
Fitment notes — WAGNER DE3425WLED
LEDWhiteLED
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
HELLA Popular 6418
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: SV8.5-8
Fitment notes — HELLA 6418
IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: SV8.5-8
C5W
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WAGNER Popular 11004
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
SV8.5 Base10.010 Watt
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HELLA DE3425
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: SV8.5-8
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This table covers the bulbs in the dome lamp. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.

Headlamp Bulb

Extended Life

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA H4656LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long Life
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA H4656LL
Long Life
Low Beam
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Extra Bright (improved visibility, but shorter life)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
PHILIPS Popular H4656CV
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Crystal Vision UltraBright White Xenon-Look
Fitment notes — PHILIPS H4656CV
Crystal Vision UltraBright White Xenon-Look
Low Beam
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SYLVANIA H4651XV
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Xtra VisionColor Temperature: 3200 KV
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA H4651XV
Xtra VisionColor Temperature: 3200 KVBase Type: A2Wattage: 50.00 W
High Beam
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SYLVANIA H4656XV
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Xtra VisionColor Temperature: 3200 KV
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA H4656XV
Xtra VisionColor Temperature: 3200 KVBase Type: A3Wattage: 35.00 W
Low Beam
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SYLVANIA H4651ST
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Silver StarColor Temperature: 4000 KV
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA H4651ST
Silver StarColor Temperature: 4000 KVBase Type: A2Wattage: 50.00 W
High Beam
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SYLVANIA H4656ST
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Silver StarColor Temperature: 4000 KV
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA H4656ST
Silver StarColor Temperature: 4000 KVBase Type: A3Wattage: 35.00 W
Low Beam
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WAGNER H4656BL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Up To 20% More Light
Fitment notes — WAGNER H4656BL
Up To 20% More Light
Low BeamHalogenSealed Beam Type
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA Popular H4656
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Base Type: A3Wattage: 40.00 W
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA H4656
Base Type: A3Wattage: 40.00 W
Low Beam
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SYLVANIA Popular H4651
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Base Type: G2Wattage: 50.00 W
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA H4651
Base Type: G2Wattage: 50.00 W
High Beam
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WAGNER H4656
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Low BeamHalogen
Fitment notes — WAGNER H4656
Low BeamHalogenSealed Beam Type
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WAGNER H4651
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
High BeamHalogen
Fitment notes — WAGNER H4651
High BeamHalogenSealed Beam Type
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This table covers the bulbs that light the headlamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, a flicker over bumps, or a bulb that keeps failing on one side. Avoid touching a halogen capsule. Repeated failure in one socket is usually the socket or ground, not the bulb.

Headlamp Socket

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
WELLS Popular 6S1004
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Connector Shape: RectangularWiring Harness Length: 12.19 In
Fitment notes — WELLS 6S1004
Connector Shape: RectangularWiring Harness Length: 12.19 In
High Beam and Low Beamwith 3 Terminals, without Center Hole
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ROSTRA 610175
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Low Beam
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ROSTRA 610398
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
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WELLS 1P1338
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Wiring Harness Length: 8.5 In
Fitment notes — WELLS 1P1338
Wiring Harness Length: 8.5 In
High Beamwith 3 Terminal(s)
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WELLS 1P1444
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Terminal Gender: Female
Fitment notes — WELLS 1P1444
Terminal Gender: Female
Low Beam
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This table covers the sockets that hold a headlamp bulb in the housing. Typical signs include a flicker over bumps, melted plastic, or a bulb that will not stay seated. Dielectric grease on the contacts slows corrosion. Do not force a bulb into a heat-damaged socket.

Instrument Panel Light Bulb

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
HELLA 3893
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA9S
Fitment notes — HELLA 3893
IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA9S
T4W
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This table covers the replacement bulbs for the Instrument Panel Light. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.

License Plate Lamp Bulb

Extended Life

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
PHILIPS DE3425LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Longer Life
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SYLVANIA DE3425LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBase Type: Festoon
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA DE3425LL
Long LifeBase Type: FestoonWattage: 10.00 W
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
HELLA Popular 6418
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: SV8.5-8
Fitment notes — HELLA 6418
IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: SV8.5-8
C5W
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HELLA DE3425
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: SV8.5-8
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WAGNER 11004
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
SV8.5 Base10.010 Watt
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This table covers the bulbs that light the license plate. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.

Parking Brake Warning Light Bulb

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
PEAK 7506
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Stop LightBulb
Fitment notes — PEAK 7506
Stop LightBulbProfessional Box
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This table covers the replacement bulbs for the Parking Brake Warning Light. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.

Parking Lamp Bulb

Extended Life

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
WAGNER Popular 1157LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeDouble Contact Index Base
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1157LL
Long LifeDouble Contact Index Base26.880 WattSecondary Wattage: 8.260 Watt
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SYLVANIA 1157LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBase Type: BAY15D
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 1157LL
Long LifeBase Type: BAY15DWattage: 26.90 W
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Extra Bright (improved visibility, but shorter life)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA 1157ST
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Silver StarCool White
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 1157ST
Silver StarCool WhiteColor Temperature: 3200 KVBase Type: BAY15DWattage: 26.90 W
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LED (instant-on, long life, energy-saving)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
PHILIPS 1157WLED
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Ultinon LEDWhite
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SYLVANIA 1157SL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
LED
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SYLVANIA 1157LED
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
ZEVO
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WAGNER 1157LEDW
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
LED
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1157LEDW
LED
LED BULB
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA Popular 1157
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Base Type: BAY15DWattage: 26.90 W
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WAGNER Popular 1157
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Double Contact Index Base26.880 Watt
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1157
Double Contact Index Base26.880 WattSecondary Wattage: 8.260 Watt
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HELLA 5007
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Incandescent
Fitment notes — HELLA 5007
Incandescent
R5W
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HELLA 1157
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Incandescent27/8W
Fitment notes — HELLA 1157
Incandescent27/8WSocket Type Bulb: BAY15D or BA9S
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This table covers the bulbs in the parking lamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.

Side Marker Light Bulb

Extended Life

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
PHILIPS Popular 12929LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Longer Life
Fitment notes — PHILIPS 12929LL
Longer Life
Fits:
Rear
or:
Front
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SYLVANIA 3893LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBase Type: BA9S
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 3893LL
Long LifeBase Type: BA9SWattage: 4.00 W
Fits:
Rear
or:
Front
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
HELLA Popular 3893
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA9S
Fitment notes — HELLA 3893
IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA9S
Fits:
FrontT4W
or:
RearT4W
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HELLA 1816
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
HalogenAverage Rated Life: 1000.0 HR
Fitment notes — HELLA 1816
HalogenAverage Rated Life: 1000.0 HRSocket Type Bulb: BA9SRear
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SYLVANIA 3893
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Fits Rear
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 3893
Fits:
Rear
or:
Front
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WAGNER 17131
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Bulb Type: T-2-1/2 Bulb 5/16 (8.5mm) DiameterBA9S Base
Fitment notes — WAGNER 17131
Bulb Type: T-2-1/2 Bulb 5/16 (8.5mm) DiameterBA9S Base4.000 Watt
Fits:
Rear
or:
Front
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This table covers the bulbs in the side-marker lamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.

Step / Courtesy Light Bulb

Extended Life

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
HELLA 194LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
IncandescentLong Life
Fitment notes — HELLA 194LL
IncandescentLong LifeSocket Type Bulb: W2.1x9.5dLong Life
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SYLVANIA 194LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBase Type: W2.1x9.2d
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 194LL
Long LifeBase Type: W2.1x9.2dWattage: 3.80 W
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WAGNER 194LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBulb Type: T-3-1/4 Bulb 13/32 (10mm) Diameter
Fitment notes — WAGNER 194LL
Long LifeBulb Type: T-3-1/4 Bulb 13/32 (10mm) DiameterWedge Base3.780 Watt
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Extra Bright (improved visibility, but shorter life)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA 194ST
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Color Temperature: 3200 KVSilver Star
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 194ST
Color Temperature: 3200 KVSilver StarBase Type: W2.1x9.2dWattage: 3.80 W
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LED (instant-on, long life, energy-saving)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
HELLA Popular 921LED5K
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
LED Miniature Bulb with Color Temperature of 5000KSocket Type Bulb: SV8.5-8
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DORMAN 194WHP
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Bulb Type 1942 Watt
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DORMAN 194WSMD
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Bulb Type 1941.2 Watt
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SYLVANIA 194BSL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
LEDBlue
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SYLVANIA 194SL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
LEDCool White
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 194SL
LEDCool WhiteBase Type: W2.1x9.2dWattage: 0.50 W
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SYLVANIA 194BLED
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
BlueZEVO
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 194BLED
BlueZEVOBase Type: WedgeWattage: 0.50 W
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SYLVANIA 194LED
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
ZEVOCool White
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 194LED
ZEVOCool WhiteBase Type: W2.1x9.2dWattage: 1.00 W
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WAGNER T10LED
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Tru View PLUS LED
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WAGNER 194LEDW
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
LEDGlass:Clear (T3-1/4), Number of Filaments:1, Watts:3.78 (0.16 cp), Base:Wedge (W2.1x9.5d)
Fitment notes — WAGNER 194LEDW
LEDGlass:Clear (T3-1/4), Number of Filaments:1, Watts:3.78 (0.16 cp), Base:Wedge (W2.1x9.5d)
LED BULB
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Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
HELLA Popular 194
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Brightness: 2.0 CPIncandescent
Fitment notes — HELLA 194
Brightness: 2.0 CPIncandescentSocket Type Bulb: W2.1x9.5d
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SYLVANIA Popular 194
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Base Type: W2.1x9.2dWattage: 3.80 W
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WAGNER Popular 194
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Wedge Base3.780 Watt
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This table covers the bulbs in the step and courtesy lamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.

Tail Lamp Bulb

Extended Life

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
PHILIPS 12821LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Longer Life
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SYLVANIA 5007LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBase Type: BA15S
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 5007LL
Long LifeBase Type: BA15SWattage: 5.00 W
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WAGNER 17171LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBA15S Base
Fitment notes — WAGNER 17171LL
Long LifeBA15S Base5.000 Watt
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
HELLA Popular 5007
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Incandescent
Fitment notes — HELLA 5007
Incandescent
R5W
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HELLA Popular 7506
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA15S
Fitment notes — HELLA 7506
IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA15S
P21W
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FAMOUS BRAND BLB5007
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Tail Light5 Watts, Single Contact Bayonet Base
Fitment notes — FAMOUS BRAND BLB5007
Tail Light5 Watts, Single Contact Bayonet BaseBulb
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HELLA 7225
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Incandescent21/4W
Fitment notes — HELLA 7225
Incandescent21/4WSocket Type Bulb: BAZ15D
P21/4W
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PHILIPS 12821
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
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SYLVANIA 5007
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
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WAGNER 17171
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Bulb Type: Miniature Lamp B-6BA15S Base
Fitment notes — WAGNER 17171
Bulb Type: Miniature Lamp B-6BA15S Base5.000 Watt
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This table covers the bulbs in the tail lamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.

Turn Signal Lamp Bulb

Extended Life

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA 1157LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBase Type: BAY15D
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 1157LL
Long LifeBase Type: BAY15DWattage: 26.90 WFront
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SYLVANIA 7506LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBase Type: BA15S
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 7506LL
Long LifeBase Type: BA15SWattage: 21.00 WRear
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WAGNER 1157LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeDouble Contact Index Base
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1157LL
Long LifeDouble Contact Index Base26.880 WattSecondary Wattage: 8.260 WattFront
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WAGNER 17635LL
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBA15S Base
Fitment notes — WAGNER 17635LL
Long LifeBA15S Base21.000 WattRear
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Extra Bright (improved visibility, but shorter life)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
SYLVANIA 1157ST
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Silver StarCool White
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 1157ST
Silver StarCool WhiteColor Temperature: 3200 KVBase Type: BAY15DWattage: 26.90 WFront
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SYLVANIA 7506ST
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Cool WhiteSilver Star
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 7506ST
Cool WhiteSilver StarColor Temperature: 3200 KVBase Type: BA15SWattage: 21.00 WRear
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LED (instant-on, long life, energy-saving)

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
PHILIPS 1156ALED
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Ultinon LEDAmber
Fitment notes — PHILIPS 1156ALED
Ultinon LEDAmberRear
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WAGNER 1157LEDW
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
LED
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1157LEDW
LED
Front
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Standard Replacement

Brand Part Number Markets Notes Buy
HELLA Popular 1156
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Brightness: 32.0 CPIncandescent
Fitment notes — HELLA 1156
Brightness: 32.0 CPIncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA15SRear
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HELLA Popular 7506
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA15S
Fitment notes — HELLA 7506
IncandescentSocket Type Bulb: BA15S
RearP21W
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SYLVANIA Popular 1157
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Base Type: BAY15DWattage: 26.90 W
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 1157
Base Type: BAY15DWattage: 26.90 WFront
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WAGNER Popular 1157
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Double Contact Index Base26.880 Watt
Fitment notes — WAGNER 1157
Double Contact Index Base26.880 WattSecondary Wattage: 8.260 WattFront
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HELLA 1157
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Incandescent27/8W
Fitment notes — HELLA 1157
Incandescent27/8WSocket Type Bulb: BAY15D or BA9SFront
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SYLVANIA 7506
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Base Type: BA15SWattage: 25.00 W
Fitment notes — SYLVANIA 7506
Base Type: BA15SWattage: 25.00 WRear
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WAGNER 17635
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
BA15S Base21.000 Watt
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BA15S Base21.000 WattRear
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WAGNER 7506L
🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA
Long LifeBulb Type: T-6 Bulb 3/4 (19mm) Diameter
Fitment notes — WAGNER 7506L
Long LifeBulb Type: T-6 Bulb 3/4 (19mm) DiameterRear
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This table covers the bulbs in the turn-signal lamps. Typical signs include a dark lamp, flicker, or a bulb that keeps failing in one socket. If the same position keeps failing, replace the socket or repair the ground rather than chasing bulbs.

Buying Electrical Bulb & Socket Parts for a 1983 Delorean DMC 12

On this vehicle, the bulb and socket system covers every bulb and socket on the vehicle, from headlamps to instrument-cluster illumination.

  • Confirm you have the 2.9L V6 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
  • Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
  • Where labor overlaps, replace bulbs in pairs so both sides age together, and put a smear of dielectric grease on the new socket contacts.
  • Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.

Start with the largest groups on this page: Step / Courtesy Light Bulb and Turn Signal Lamp Bulb .

Frequently Asked Questions

How many electrical bulb & socket parts fit the 1983 Delorean DMC 12?

Our catalog currently lists 105 electrical bulb & socket parts for the 1983 Delorean DMC 12 across 13 subcategories and 9 brands, covering the 2.9L V6 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.

What are the signs of electrical bulb & socket problems on a 1983 Delorean DMC 12?

Common symptoms include a lamp that flickers over bumps, melted or discolored socket plastic, or bulbs that keep failing early on one side. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.

What should I replace at the same time?

Where labor overlaps, replace bulbs in pairs so both sides age together, and put a smear of dielectric grease on the new socket contacts.

What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?

They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1983 Delorean DMC 12 was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.

How do I make sure a part fits my 1983 Delorean DMC 12?

Every part on this page is matched to the 2.9L V6 engine. Then repeated bulb failure in one position usually means a socket or ground problem, not bad bulbs — replace the socket rather than chase it. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.

Other Parts for the 1983 Delorean DMC 12

Electrical Bulb & Socket Parts for Other Delorean DMC 12 Years

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