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Used for: Headlight Bulb High Beam and Low Beam
Used for: Back Up Reverse Light Bulb
Used for: Brake Light Bulb, Tail Light Bulb Lower
Used for: Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb
Used for: Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb
Used for: License Plate Light Bulb, Courtesy Light Bulb, Interior Door Light Bulb
Used for: License Plate Light Bulb, Courtesy Light Bulb, Interior Door Light Bulb
Used for: Parking Light Bulb, Turn Signal Light Bulb Front
Used for: Side Marker Light Bulb Front, Side Marker Light Bulb Rear
Used for: Tail Light Bulb Upper
Used for: Tail Light Bulb Upper
Used for: Turn Signal Light Bulb Rear
Used for: Ash Tray Light Bulb
Used for: Cruise Control Indicator Light Bulb, Instrument Panel Light Bulb, Turn Signal Indicator Light Bulb
Used for: Dome Light Bulb, Map Light Bulb, Trunk or Cargo Area Light
Used for: Vanity Mirror Light Bulb
This page covers the 2008 Ford Explorer bulb sizes by lighting position, so you can quickly match the right replacement to the right socket. Whether you are changing a headlight, a tail light, or a small interior lamp, checking the bulb chart by location helps reduce guesswork and makes shopping for replacements much easier.
The 2008 Ford Explorer uses several different bulb types across the exterior and interior lighting system. Because the correct bulb can vary by trim, body style, and lighting package, it is smart to confirm the bulb size for each position before you buy. Use this guide to verify the fit for the exact light you are replacing.
For the best fitment results, compare the bulb listed for your Explorer with the bulb already installed in the vehicle, especially if your truck has a different trim level, a factory lighting package, or a market-specific setup. Halogen bulbs and LED replacement bulbs are not always direct swaps, even when the base size matches, because beam pattern, brightness, and heat output can differ. Aftermarket LED conversions may also require extra resistors, adapters, or housings to work properly. If possible, remove the old bulb first and check the number printed on the base before ordering a replacement.
The 2008 Ford Explorer uses H13 bulbs for both the high beam and low beam headlight positions.
The front turn signal light bulb and the parking light bulb are both listed as 3457A.
The rear turn signal light bulb is 4057.
The brake light bulb is 4057R.
The upper tail light bulb is 194, 7441, and the lower tail light bulb is 4057R.
The center high mount stop light bulb is 2825, 98.
The back up reverse light bulb is 921.
The license plate light bulb can be 168 or 917.
The dome light bulb, map light bulb, and trunk or cargo area light all use 578 bulbs.
The courtesy light bulb and interior door light bulb can be 168 or 917.
Both the front side marker light bulb and rear side marker light bulb are listed as 194NA.
Yes. Trim and lighting package can vary by market and body style, so it is best to verify each bulb position before ordering, especially for exterior lamps and interior convenience lights.