The 2016 Hyundai Sonata headlights have a single bulb size (D3S) for high and low beams.
Using the 2016 Hyundai Sonata bulb chart below, you can quickly identify the correct replacement lamp for all 24 positions of its lighting system.
Headlight Bulb High Beam and Low Beam - D3S
LED HID
Headlight Bulb High Beam - 9005
Halogen LED HID
Headlight Bulb Low Beam - 9005
Halogen
Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb - LED
“LED” means it is impossible to replace the bulb. Need to change the whole unit.
Turn Signal Light Bulb Front - 2357A
License Plate Light Bulb - 168
License Plate Light Bulb - 917
Parking Light Bulb - LED
“LED” means it is impossible to replace the bulb. Need to change the whole unit.
Daytime Running Light Bulb - LED
“LED” means it is impossible to replace the bulb. Need to change the whole unit.
Turn Signal Light Bulb Rear - 1156A
Back Up Reverse Light Bulb - 921
Side Marker Light Bulb Front - 168NA
Brake Light Bulb(with halogen headlights) - 2357R
Tail Light Bulb(with halogen headlights) - 2357R
Side Marker Light Bulb Rear(with halogen headlights) - 2357A
Brake Light Bulb(with HID headlights) - LED
“LED” means it is impossible to replace the bulb. Need to change the whole unit.
Tail Light Bulb(with HID headlights) - LED
“LED” means it is impossible to replace the bulb. Need to change the whole unit.
Side Marker Light Bulb Rear(with HID headlights) - LED
“LED” means it is impossible to replace the bulb. Need to change the whole unit.
Vanity Mirror Light Bulb - 6418
Trunk or Cargo Area Light - DE3175
Trunk or Cargo Area Light - 6461
Map Light Bulb - 194
Map Light Bulb - 7441
Replacement Bulb Size for the 2016 Hyundai Sonata
Considering an upgrade from the Halogen to LED or HID headlights? Find below aftermarket replacements for OEM bulbs compatible with the 2016 Hyundai Sonata's housing. Note that you may need additional equipment to install LED or Xenon bulbs despite the correct bulb size of the lamp.
2016 Hyundai Sonata High and Low Beam bulb size - D3S
LED Lights
Looking for an LED conversion kit that will perfectly replace your OEM D3S D3R D3C Xenon bulb without changing any wiring? Look no further than...
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Please note before purchasing:
1. These bulbs can only replace factory D1S D1R D3S D3R HID bulbs.
2. Not plug-and-play installation. This product includes two adapter wires,...
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Xenon HID Conversion Kit
Extremely Long Life with precise light distribution & consistent performance - can efficiently work for 4000 hours. All HID lights discolor to get whiter/bluer over...
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Xenon HID lights deliver better light but consume less power. This offers drivers enhanced visibility while allowing the vehicle to save electrical power for other...
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2016 Hyundai Sonata High Beam bulb size - 9005
LED Lights
Step into the future of lighting with the LUXSTER Punisher 9005 White LED Bulb:
- Unparalleled Brightness: Featuring Ultra-Bright TalonLED Chips, the Punisher 9005 promises to outshine...
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Introducing the Laxmax 9005/HB3 LED Headlight Bulb, a product that redefines brilliance in automotive lighting:
- Incredibly Bright: Among the brightest LEDs on the market, these bulbs...
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Halogen Lights
Philips Standard range provides the same Original Equipment quality as the lights we provide to automakers around the world. The Philips Standard range offers an...
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– Brightest headlight = most downroad visibility.
– Whiter light for added clarity. Ultra Night Vision: Makes night drives less stressful and more comfortable
–All...
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Xenon HID Conversion Kit
–Replacement bulb for HID conversion, requires Xentec HID ballast to work.
–Color available: 3000K (golden yellow), 5000K (Ivory White), 6000K (Diamond White), 8000K (Iceberg Blue), 10000K...
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2016 Hyundai Sonata Low Beam bulb size - 9005
LED Lights
Step into the future of lighting with the LUXSTER Punisher 9005 White LED Bulb:
- Unparalleled Brightness: Featuring Ultra-Bright TalonLED Chips, the Punisher 9005 promises to outshine...
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Popular Headlights
Explore the custom LED headlight kits that will improve the visibility ahead of the 2016 Hyundai Sonata at night. Made of quality materials, bright and long-lasting, they would be a perfect alternative to old or dimmed factory headlights. Explore more headlights for Hyundai Sonata 2016 here.
Popular Taillights
A pair of custom tail lights is necessary if the people behind your 2016 Hyundai Sonata are to be impressed. Consider direct bolt-on replacements powered by LED instead of worn-out or damaged tail lights.
Hyundai Sonata 2016 bulb size chart specifies the recommended bulb part numbers and types for all positions of its lighting system, like headlights, fog lights, brake lights, side markers, etc.
If you want to upgrade the headlights, the aftermarket bulb you select has to be the exact size your Hyundai Sonata 2016 requires to fit into the housing and match the wattage and voltage specifications.
LightningLab project pulls information about the 2016 Hyundai Sonata bulb sizes from the vehicle's manual and leading automotive lighting suppliers. All the data is classified and fact-checked by our editorial team.
The following chart with the 2016 Hyundai Sonata bulb sizes is provided for informative purposes only. Consult the owner's manual or contact the dealership to double-check the correct bulb type, wattage, voltage, and whether it requires any additional equipment or modifications to be installed on the specific 2016 Hyundai Sonata trim.
Ensure the bulb is "DOT" compliant to avoid legal issues.
FAQs
How to replace the 2016 Hyundai Sonata headlight bulb?
First things first, you'll need the right 2016 Hyundai Sonata bulb size. Of course, you may consult the owner's manual, but let's be honest, that's as dull. Instead, just look at the chart above or remove the old bulb to see its size. It's not rocket science; it's more like... bulb science.
Follow the simple step-by-step instructions:
- 1) Park the 2016 Hyundai Sonata on an even surface and turn off the ignition.
- 2) Open the hood and pop it up.
- 3) Pull the lock bar up and out of the clip to fix the hood.
- 4) Identify the back of the headlight assembly where the bulb is housed.
- 5) You may need to remove other components to access it.
- 6) Locate the electrical connector at the back of the headlight compartment.
- 7) Press down on the locking tab and pull the connector away from the bulb.
- 8) Remove the Old Bulb. Depending on your trim, you may need to:
- a) Unscrew a retaining ring
- b) Unclip a metal pin
- c) Rotate the bulb counterclockwise
- 9) Insert the new bulb without touching the glass.
- 10) Plug the electrical connector back, making sure it clicks into place.
- 11) Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb.
- 12) You may need to aim your headlights.
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