Instrument cluster light bulb?

2003 HONDA CRV
115,000 MILES • AUTOMATIC
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NAZEEMNANJEE
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Several light bulbs in the instrument cluster stopped working over the last year. I ordered a 20pk replacement from Amazon, and I was able to successfully change some of the burnt out lights by inserting new incandescent glass bulbs into the existing plastic holders. However, I was unable to change the bulbs behind the "N" and "D" drive indicators, as these are much smaller units than the ones I purchased (bulbs cannot be readily separated from holders). Can you please let me know what is the description and part number for these smaller bulb assemblies. A photo of the two types of bulbs id attached (larger one is from Amazon and smaller one is original Honda). Thank you so much.
Aug 23, 2026 at 3:53 PM
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STEVE W.
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According to the parts listing the new part number is Honda 35871-S3N-901. They are a 14 volt 60 ma bulb. The part has plastic retainers now instead of metal. You may want to go to the dealership as most of the replacements I see use a 12 volt bulb which will end up being brighter and not last as long as the 14 volt original.
Aug 23, 2026 at 10:25 PM
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