Hella 9004TB Headlight Bulb - High Beam, High Beam and Low Beam or Low Beam

Hella 9004TB Halogen Headlight Bulb

The Hella 9004TB is a 12V halogen headlight bulb built for high beam and low beam applications in a wide range of vehicles. With DOT approval, axial prefocus base design, and OE-style lighting output, it is a practical replacement for drivers restoring nighttime visibility on older cars, trucks, and vans.

Part number 9004TB is a direct-fit lighting solution for many applications that use a 9004-style halogen bulb. It is commonly selected for vehicles such as the Dodge Ram, Nissan Pathfinder, and Volkswagen Jetta when both beam performance and correct fitment matter.

Key Features

• 12V halogen headlight bulb for high beam and low beam use
• Brightness rated at 1200 with secondary brightness of 700
• 65W primary wattage and 45W secondary wattage
• Axial prefocus bulb base type for proper headlamp alignment
• DOT approved for road use
• Hella part number 9004TB

Product Details

Hella draws on more than 100 years of lighting and electronics experience, with a strong focus on precision workmanship, reliability, and safety. The 9004TB halogen headlight bulb is engineered for consistent illumination and dependable beam pattern control in vehicles that require a 9004-style capsule. This makes it a solid choice for restoring factory-style lighting performance on older platforms across domestic, European, and import applications.

Compatible vehicle coverage includes Fits 1999-2001 Dodge Ram 1500, High Beam and Low Beam; Fits 1987-1991 Ford F-150, High Beam and Low Beam; Fits 1987-1993 Mercedes-Benz 190E, High Beam and Low Beam; Fits 1987-1999 Nissan Pathfinder, High Beam and Low Beam; and Fits 1985-1996 Volkswagen Jetta, High Beam and Low Beam. This part cross-references PHL9004B2 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Dim or aging headlight output on halogen-equipped vehicles
• Burned-out high beam or low beam bulbs
• Uneven forward lighting from worn bulbs
• Restoration of factory-style headlamp performance
• Replacement needs for 9004-style headlight systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle uses a 9004-style halogen bulb before installation. Match the bulb base and headlamp configuration to the original application, especially on vehicles with halogen capsule headlamps or early-model two-headlamp setups. Handle the bulb carefully during installation and avoid touching the glass with bare hands to help maintain bulb life and consistent output.

Quality Assurance

Hella is a global automotive lighting and electronics manufacturer with extensive research and development resources and a long history of OE-focused engineering. The 9004TB is DOT approved and built to support dependable lighting performance in confirmed fitment applications.