Used for: Headlight Bulb High Beam, Headlight Bulb Low Beam
Used for: Back Up Reverse Light Bulb, Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb, Turn Signal Light Bulb Front, Turn Signal Light Bulb Rear
Used for: Brake Light Bulb, Tail Light Bulb Outer
Used for: License Plate Light Bulb, Parking Light Bulb, Tail Light Bulb Inner, Trunk or Cargo Area Light
Used for: License Plate Light Bulb, Parking Light Bulb, Tail Light Bulb Inner, Trunk or Cargo Area Light
Used for: Side Marker Light Bulb Front, Side Marker Light Bulb Rear
Used for: Ash Tray Light Bulb(Compare to original - Option 1), Automatic Transmission Indicator Light Bulb, Instrument Panel Light Bulb
Used for: Ash Tray Light Bulb(Compare to original - Option 2)
Used for: Courtesy Light Bulb
Used for: Dome Light Bulb, Map Light Bulb
Used for: Dome Light Bulb, Map Light Bulb
This page covers bulb sizes for the 1997 Honda Prelude and is organized by lighting position so you can match each lamp to the correct socket before buying replacements. Because trim and lighting equipment can vary, the same model year may use different bulbs in some locations, so checking the position-specific listing is the safest way to confirm fitment.
Use this guide to identify common exterior and interior bulbs on the 1997 Prelude, including headlights, tail lamps, markers, license plate lights, dome and map lights, and dash illumination. It is especially helpful if you are replacing one bulb at a time and want to avoid mixing up similar-looking parts.
Fitment can vary by market, trim, body style, and lighting package, so always compare the bulb in your car with the listing before ordering. If you are switching from halogen to LED, make sure the replacement is compatible with the socket and that the bulb shape will fit inside the housing; some aftermarket LED conversions may need resistors or additional parts to prevent warning issues or fast flashing. For the most reliable result, check the installed bulb number first, especially for items like the headlight, brake, and marker lights where the wrong choice can affect brightness or function.
The 1997 Honda Prelude uses H1 bulbs for both the high beam and low beam headlight positions on this page. Always confirm the bulb currently installed in your car, since lighting equipment can vary by market or previous repairs.
The front turn signal light bulb is listed as 7440. This same bulb type is also shown for the rear turn signal and the back up reverse light on this page.
The brake light bulb is listed as 7443R for the 1997 Honda Prelude. The outer tail light bulb also uses 7443R, so it is important to install the correct bulb in the correct position.
The license plate light bulb sizes listed for the 1997 Prelude are 168 and 917. Either bulb number may appear depending on the exact lamp setup.
The dome light bulb and map light bulb are listed as 2825 and 98. These are common interior bulb sizes, but you should still compare the old bulb before replacing it.
The center high mount stop light bulb is listed as 7440. If the third brake light is not working, checking this bulb is a good first step.
The front side marker light bulb and rear side marker light bulb are both listed as 168NA. That makes it easier to replace both sides with the same bulb type when needed.
The instrument panel light bulb is listed as 2721. The automatic transmission indicator light bulb and one ash tray light bulb listing also use 2721 on this page.
Yes. This page shows two ash tray light bulb references: one compares to original as 2721, and another option is 74. That is why checking the bulb already installed in your car is important before ordering.
The courtesy light bulb is listed as DE3022. This is an interior bulb, so if the courtesy lamp is dim or out, replacing the bulb is usually the first fix to try.
Yes. Trim and lighting package can vary by market and body style, so not every 1997 Honda Prelude will use the same bulb in every position. Use the bulb position on this page to verify the correct match for your car.
In many cases, yes, but the LED replacement must fit the socket and housing correctly. Some LED bulbs may need extra parts such as resistors, and the beam pattern or brightness may differ from the original halogen bulb.
Check the bulb number already installed, confirm the lighting position, and compare the physical size and base style. This is the best way to avoid ordering the wrong bulb for your 1997 Honda Prelude.
