Used for: Headlight Bulb Low Beam
Used for: Back Up Reverse Light Bulb, Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb
Used for: Brake Light Bulb
Used for: License Plate Light Bulb, Stepwell Light Bulb, Glove Box Light Bulb
Used for: Parking Light Bulb
Used for: Side Marker Light Bulb Front, Turn Signal Light Bulb Front
Used for: Side Marker Light Bulb Rear, Tail Light Bulb
Used for: Turn Signal Light Bulb Rear
Used for: Courtesy Light Bulb(Compare to original - Option 1), Dome Light Bulb, Trunk or Cargo Area Light, Vanity Mirror Light Bulb
Used for: Courtesy Light Bulb(Compare to original - Option 1), Dome Light Bulb, Trunk or Cargo Area Light, Vanity Mirror Light Bulb
Used for: Courtesy Light Bulb(Compare to original - Option 2), Reading Light Bulb Rear
Used for: Map Light Bulb
This page helps you verify the bulb sizes for the 2001 BMW M5 by lighting position, so you can match the right part to the right socket before you buy. Because the M5 can use different lighting setups depending on market, trim, and body style, checking the exact location is the safest way to avoid ordering the wrong bulb.
Use the chart to compare common exterior and interior positions such as the low beam headlight, front and rear turn signals, tail lights, license plate lights, dome lights, and cargo-area lighting. The 2001 BMW M5 uses a mix of HID, incandescent, and small interior bulbs, so a position-by-position lookup is especially useful when replacing more than one lamp at a time.
Fitment can vary with trim package, lighting package, and whether the car has been modified over the years, so it is smart to confirm what is actually installed before you purchase replacements. Some owners convert certain lamps to LED, but aftermarket LED bulbs may change brightness, color, or warning behavior compared with the original halogen or incandescent setup. If your M5 has been retrofitted or repaired, compare the old bulb to the chart and inspect the base style, connector shape, and physical length before ordering.
The low beam headlight bulb listed for the 2001 BMW M5 is D2S. This is one of the most important fitment points to verify because the low beam is an HID-style bulb and should match the original socket and projector setup.
The front turn signal light bulb is 3457A. If you are replacing both sides, check that the new bulbs match the same base and output style as the originals.
The rear turn signal light bulb is 7507. This bulb is used at the rear signal position, so it should not be confused with the front turn signal bulb or the brake light bulb.
The brake light bulb listed for the 2001 BMW M5 is 7506R. Brake bulbs are safety-critical, so it is worth confirming the exact bulb in the housing before buying replacements.
The center high mount stop light bulb is 7506. If the third brake light is dim or out, replacing it with the correct bulb size can restore proper visibility.
The back up reverse light bulb is 7506. This helps keep the reverse lamps consistent with the original fitment and output for the 2001 BMW M5.
The license plate light bulb is 6418. This same bulb size is also listed for the glove box light and stepwell light positions on this page.
Yes, the dome light bulb, vanity mirror light bulb, trunk or cargo area light, and one courtesy light option are all listed as 6411 or 6428. Those positions may share the same style, but always confirm the installed bulb before ordering.
The map light bulb is 64113. Interior reading and map lights can vary by trim or equipment, so checking the original bulb is a good idea if the car has been modified.
The rear reading light bulb is 64111. The same bulb size is also listed for one courtesy light option, so it is important to match the exact lighting position.
The tail light bulb is 5007, and the rear side marker light bulb is also 5007. That makes the rear lighting setup easier to service, but you should still verify the socket and lens position.
The front parking light bulb is 64132, while the front side marker light bulb is 3457A. These are separate positions, so do not assume they use the same bulb.
Some positions can be converted to LED, but fitment and behavior depend on the bulb location, housing, and vehicle electronics. Check for heat, polarity, brightness, and possible warning issues before making the change.
Because trim, market, and body style can change the lighting package, the installed bulb is the best real-world reference. Comparing the old bulb to the chart helps confirm the correct base and size before you buy.
