Dodge Caliber 2009 Bulb Size

Bulb size chart

This page covers bulb sizes for the 2009 Dodge Caliber and is organized by lighting position so you can quickly verify the correct replacement before you buy. Whether you are changing a headlight, tail light, dome light, or license plate bulb, matching the bulb to the right location helps avoid guesswork.

The 2009 Dodge Caliber uses a mix of common halogen bulbs and smaller interior and exterior lamps, and some positions may vary by trim, market, or body style. Use the chart on this page as a practical reference for the most common bulb fitments on this model year.

For the best fitment results, compare the bulb listed here with the one already installed in your vehicle before ordering, especially if your Caliber has a different trim or lighting package. Some owners choose LED replacements for brighter output or longer life, but halogen-to-LED conversions may require attention to beam pattern, polarity, and local regulations. If you are replacing an aftermarket assembly or a modified lamp, confirm that the socket and bulb type still match the original specification before installation.

FAQ

What headlight bulb does a 2009 Dodge Caliber use?

The 2009 Dodge Caliber uses an H13 bulb for both the high beam and low beam headlight positions.

What bulb fits the front turn signal on this model?

The front turn signal bulb listed for the 2009 Dodge Caliber is 3157A.

What bulb is used for the parking light?

The parking light bulb for the 2009 Dodge Caliber is 3157A.

What bulb fits the front side marker light?

The front side marker light bulb listed for this year is 3157A.

What bulb do I need for the rear turn signal?

The rear turn signal bulb for the 2009 Dodge Caliber is 3157.

What bulb is used for the brake light and tail light?

Both the brake light and tail light positions use a 3157R bulb on the 2009 Dodge Caliber.

What bulb fits the back-up reverse light?

The back-up reverse light bulb listed for this model year is 921.

What bulb is used for the license plate lights?

The license plate light bulb sizes listed are 2825 and 98.

What bulb fits the dome light and map light?

Both the dome light and map light use a 578 bulb on the 2009 Dodge Caliber.

Does the center high mount stop light use a standard bulb?

The center high mount stop light is listed as LED, so it may not use a standard replaceable halogen bulb in the same way as other positions.

What bulb fits the trunk or cargo area light?

The trunk or cargo area light uses a 212-2 bulb, when equipped.

Can bulb sizes vary on the 2009 Dodge Caliber?

Yes. Trim level, lighting package, market, and body style can affect bulb fitment, so it is smart to verify the installed bulb before purchasing replacements.

Is it okay to replace halogen bulbs with LED bulbs?

LED replacements can work well in some positions, but fitment, brightness, beam pattern, and legality can vary. Make sure the LED matches the socket and performs correctly in the housing.

What is the safest way to confirm the right bulb before buying?

Check the bulb currently installed in the vehicle, compare the socket shape and printed bulb number, and match it to the position on the chart for your 2009 Dodge Caliber.

Dodge Caliber Bulb Size by Year