1996-2000 Honda Civic | Bulb Size Chart (Headlights, Fogs & More)

Last updated: September 28, 2022

Quickly find the replacement bulbs you need for your 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, and 2000 Honda Civic (6th Generation). This guide will help you find every bulb from headlight to brake light.

The Civic Sedan, Coupe, and Hatchback share all the same bulbs with the exception of a few. We make the distinction between them in the size guides and unless specified, the bulbs are the same for all three body types.

The bulb sizes are organized into 5 lighting categories with easy-to-read charts. Select any of the categories below to jump right to the bulb size chart you need:

• Headlight Bulb Sizes
• Fog Light Bulb Sizes
• Brake & Tail Light Sizes
• Turn Signal & Marker Bulb Sizes
• All Other Bulb Sizes
• Bulb Size Summary
• Upgrading Your Bulbs (Popular!)
• Installation Video
• Owner Manuals
• FAQ's

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💡 TIP: Did you know that you can upgrade your headlight and fog light bulbs on your Civic? Get up to 3x more light with LED and HID bulbs. Learn more below the size charts!

️⭐ NOTE: This guide only applies to 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, and 2000 Honda Civic with the original factory (OEM) assemblies. If you have aftermarket headlights, fog lights, brake lights, etc. you will need different bulb sizes as per the manufacturer's specifications.

🎯 ACCURACY: If you notice any inaccuracies or missing information, please let us know so we can update the guide. Providing accurate and complete information is important to us and our readers.

🚧 IMPORTANT: Automotive light bulbs are vehicle-specific! Follow this guide, review your owner's manual or contact your dealership to make sure you're buying the right bulbs to avoid fitment issues.

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1996 to 2000 Honda Civic - Headlight Bulb Sizes (Low & High Beam)

• Year Range 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, and 2000.
• Honda Civic Sedan, Coupe, GX, and Hatchback (all trims).
• This vehicle uses 1 bulb for both the low and high beams. Learn more about dual-beam bulbs.
• Not sure about the difference between headlight low beams and high beams? Learn More.

1996 to 2000 Honda Civic - Fog Light Bulb Sizes

• Year Range 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, and 2000.
• Honda Civic Sedan, Coupe, GX, and Hatchback (all trims).

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1996 to 2000 Honda Civic - Brake & Tail Lights Bulb Sizes

• Year Range 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, and 2000.
• Honda Civic Sedan, Coupe, GX, and Hatchback (all trims).

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1996 to 2000 Honda Civic - Turn Signal & Marker Bulb Sizes

• Year Range 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, and 2000.
• Honda Civic Sedan, Coupe, GX, and Hatchback (all trims).

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1996 to 2000 Honda Civic - All Other Bulb Sizes

• Year Range 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, and 2000.
• Honda Civic Sedan, Coupe, GX, and Hatchback (all trims).

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Honda Civic LED/HID Bulb Size Summary

• Honda Civic Sedan, Coupe, GX, and Hatchback (all trims).

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Upgrade Your Headlight Bulbs On Your 1996-2000 Honda Civic

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Headlight Bulb Replacement Video - 1996 to 2000 Honda Civic (6th Gen.)

Get some guidance with changing your headlights on your '96-'00 Civic. Check out this short video on how to quickly change your headlight bulbs without any tools but your hands and gloves.

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Owner Manuals 1996 to 2000 Honda Civic

Need more information about bulb sizes, how to change the bulbs, or simply need the owner's manual? Find it below:

• 1996 Honda Civic Owner's Manual
• 1997 Honda Civic Owner's Manual
• 1998 Honda Civic Owner's Manual
• 1999 Honda Civic Owner's Manual
• 2000 Honda Civic Owner's Manual

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FAQ

Can this guide be applied to 1997, 1998, or 1999 Honda Civic?

Yes. This guide applies to all years from 1996 through 2000 (6th Generation) Honda Civic.

Can this guide be applied to a 1996-2000 Honda Civic Hatchback?

Yes. This guide applies to all Honda Civic sub-models (Sedan, Coupe, and Hatchback) and trims (CX, DX, EX, HX, LX, Si, and VP)

What type of bulbs do you recommend for my 1996-2000 Honda Civic?

If you do a lot of nighttime driving or have difficulty seeing at night, we recommend upgrading your high beams from halogen HID bulbs. They will produce more light and last longer than replacement bulbs. For smaller interior bulbs, we recommend LEDs.

Can I change the bulbs on my 1996-2000 Honda Civic myself?

Yes, so long as they are halogens. Changing halogen bulbs is quite easy for the most part. We strongly advise finding How-To videos online for the specific bulb(s) you wish to change and consult the Owner's Manual for additional help.

I purchased aftermarket assemblies for my Honda Civic, can I use this guide?

No. Aftermarket assemblies typically use different bulb sizes. Consult with the assembly manufacturer for the right bulb size(s).

What tools do I need to change the headlight bulbs on my 1996-2000 Civic?

You won't need any special tools or equipment to change your bulbs. We recommend wearing gloves to prevent getting fingerprints on the bulbs.

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Sources:

• XenonPro.com Research
• Honda Owner Manuals
• Sylvania Automotive
• Philips Automotive Bulb Finder (USA)

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Disclaimer: The information contained on this page is provided free of charge to our visitors. It was prepared to the best of our abilities and with all the information available to us at the time of writing. We reserve the right to change, remove or update any information contained on this page at any time and without notice to improve its accuracy. The most reliable method to determine the bulb size is by pulling your actual bulb(s) and reading the part number indicated directly on the bulb. The information compiled on this page comes with no guarantees or warranties.