9005 (HB3) LED Bulbs for High Beam
Quick answer: 9005 (also called HB3) is a single-filament bulb used mainly for the high beam – and on some cars for the low beam or daytime running lights. It is common on American and Japanese cars. LightsUp sells 9005 LED bulbs in the App Control and CORE150 range.
About the 9005 bulb
Also called: HB3
Base: P20d
Halogen power: 60W
Typical use: high beam, sometimes low beam or DRL
LightsUp 9005 LED bulbs
Magic App Control LED bulbs – change colour temperature and brightness and switch on a strobe effect from your phone over Bluetooth. Built-in CAN bus, up to 4× brighter than halogen.
Best for: drivers who want a modern look and full control from the phone.
CORE150 LED bulbs (150W) – 75W per bulb, 150W per set. Bright white light and an external driver box for better cooling. Plug & play, CAN bus ready, no app needed.
Best for: maximum brightness when there is room behind the headlight for the driver box.
Which 9005 LED bulb should I choose?
Want the brightest light? Choose CORE150, if there is room behind your headlight for the driver box.
Want to change colour and brightness from your phone? Choose App Control.
Cars that use 9005
These are some of the cars covered by our bulb size guides that use 9005. Tap a car to see all of its bulb sizes.
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (GMT900) (2007–2013) – high beam
Dodge Charger (LD) (2011–2014) – high beam
Ford F-150 (13th gen) (2015–2020) – high beam
Honda Civic 8th gen (2006–2011) – high beam
Subaru Impreza / WRX (GH / GR / GV) (2008–2014) – high beam
Toyota Camry XV40 / XV50 (2007–2017) – high beam
Toyota Corolla (US) E120 / E140 (2003–2013) – high beam
FAQ
Is 9005 the same as 9006?
No. They look similar, but the base and the power are different, so they are not interchangeable. 9005 is usually the high beam and 9006 the low beam or fog light.
Is HB3 the same as 9005?
Yes, HB3 is another name for the 9005 bulb.
Will 9005 LED bulbs cause a dashboard error?
App Control and CORE150 are CAN bus ready, which is designed to prevent flicker and bulb-out warnings on newer cars.
Are the bulbs sold as a pair?
Yes, every set contains two bulbs – one for each side.
Check before you order
Check the code printed on the base of your current bulb or in your owner's manual before ordering. Not sure? Send us a photo of your bulb to info@lightsup.pro and we will confirm the right size for you.
Not sure which size your car uses? Try our Bulb Finder – pick your make, model and year and see the right bulbs in seconds.
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