Bulb Holder 2-Pole for the T5 Bulb. Porsche 911 / 924 / 944 / 914  ❭  91463117910

2-Pole T5 Bulb Holder 
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Restore reliable dashboard and instrument illumination with this OE Match 2-Pole T5 Bulb Holder. Manufactured to replicate the original factory specification, this bulb holder securely accepts a T5 wedge bulb and provides a dependable electrical connection for your Porsche's instrument cluster, gauges and dashboard illumination.

Fits:

• Porsche 911 1974-1977 2.7L / 1976-77 3.0 Carrera
• Porsche 911 1978-1983 3.0L / SC
• Porsche 911 1984-1986 3.2L
• Porsche 911 1987-1989 3.2L G50
• Porsche 911 1975-1977 3.0L Turbo (930)
• Porsche 911 1978-1989 3.3L Turbo (930)
• Porsche 924 2.0L 1976-79
• Porsche 924 2.0L 1980-85
• Porsche 924 Turbo 2.0L 1979-81
• Porsche 924 Turbo 2.0L 1982-84
• Porsche 924 Carrera GT 2.0L 1981
• Porsche 924 Carrera GTS 2.0L 1982
• Porsche 924S 2.5L 1986-87
• Porsche 924S 2.5L 1988
• Porsche 944 2.5L 8V 1982-87
• Porsche 914 (1970-1976)

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Over time, original bulb holders can become brittle, corroded or lose electrical continuity, resulting in intermittent or failed dashboard lighting. This OE Match replacement offers the correct fit and function, making it ideal for electrical repairs, instrument refurbishment and classic Porsche restoration projects.

What Does the 2-Pole T5 Bulb Holder Do?

The bulb holder forms the electrical connection between the vehicle's wiring harness and the T5 dashboard bulb.

Its primary functions include:

• Holding the T5 wedge bulb securely in position.
• Providing a reliable two-pole electrical connection.
• Supplying power to dashboard and instrument illumination.
• Ensuring consistent lighting of gauges, switches or warning lamps.
• Allowing quick replacement of dashboard bulbs during servicing.

A correctly functioning bulb holder is essential for maintaining clear instrument visibility, particularly when driving at night.

Why Does the Bulb Holder Fail?

After many years of service, the original bulb holder is exposed to heat, vibration and repeated bulb replacement.

Common causes of failure include:

• Brittle plastic caused by age and heat.
• Corrosion on the electrical contacts.
• Oxidation reducing electrical conductivity.
• Damaged or bent contact terminals.
• Wear caused by repeated bulb changes.
• Poor electrical connection resulting from vibration.

A faulty bulb holder may cause flickering illumination, intermittent operation or complete failure of the instrument lighting.

When Should It Be Replaced?

Replacement is recommended when:

• Dashboard or instrument lights fail despite fitting a new bulb.
• Illumination flickers or operates intermittently.
• The holder is cracked, broken or heat damaged.
• Electrical contacts show signs of corrosion.
• Restoring or refurbishing the instrument cluster.
• Carrying out preventative maintenance during dashboard repairs.

Replacing worn bulb holders alongside new bulbs helps ensure reliable and consistent instrument illumination.

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