Quick and Easy Steps to Replace Ford Headlights from Your
Friendliest Ford Parts Dealer
Imagine your Ford auto without auto lights--your car or truck
would definitely be boring! But more than enhancing your
vehicle's exterior looks, auto lights help a lot in keeping your
vehicle safe and sound as you drive it down the road. Without
lights, your Ford auto would be like a blind man groping in the
dark. The Ford headlights are among the most important lights in
your Ford. They provide illumination for you to drive by and
keep your car visible, especially at night in harsh weather
conditions.
Auto lights are among the most lasting parts in a vehicle, but
just like other exterior auto parts they are exposed to damaging
elements that may cause them to lose their original luster.
Replacing your Ford headlights as well as other exterior Ford parts like the Ford grille, Ford mirror, Ford taillights, Ford hood and Ford spoiler is a perfect way to
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Meanwhile, take a look at these easy-to-follow instructions on
how to replace your headlights.
How to Replace Headlights:
1. Remove the exposed plastic or metal trim surrounding the
housing to reach the headlight retaining ring and adjusting
screws.
2. Using the correct tool, remove the four retaining-ring
screws. Caution: these fasteners are often corroded, and it's
easy to strip them. Give each a squirt of penetrating oil and
let it soak in for a few minutes. Be careful not to turn the
headlight-aiming screws.
3. Remove the retaining ring, and the headlight will be free.
Unplug the wiring connector from the back of the headlamp.
4. Plug the wiring connector into the back of the new headlight
and place the light in the mounting base. Lugs on the back of
the headlight will position it. If it does not fit securely, you
probably have it upside down.
5. Turn on your headlights to test the new light. If it doesn't
come on, you might have a problem with the wiring, not the light.
6. Replace the retaining ring. Again, be careful not to disturb
the settings of the adjusting screws. Finally, replace any trim
elements that you had to remove.
How to replace halogen bulbs in composite headlights:
1. Never touch the glass portion of the new halogen bulb with
your bare hand. Oil from your fingers could contaminate the bulb
and cause premature failure. Handle the bulb by it plastic base.
2. Locate the back of the bulb socket. A plug-in wiring
connector will be attached to the back socket. Carefully remove
the connector.
3. Unscrew the retaining ring if so equipped, or turn the bulb
counter-clockwise to release it.
4. Install the new bulb by aligning the notches on the base
with the ridges in the socket. Push the bulb firmly into the
socket. 5. Replace the plastic retaining ring, or turn the bulb
to lock it into place.
6. Replace the electrical connector on the back of the bulb and
check for proper operation.