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Fog Lamp

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WARNING: The halogen bulb contains gas under pressure. The bulb may shatter if the glass envelope is scratched or if the bulb is dropped. Handle the bulb only by its base. Grasp the bulb only by its base. Avoid touching the glass envelope.
NOTE: The fog lamp bulb should not be removed from the fog headlamp until just before the new bulb is installed. Removing the bulb for an extended period of time may affect headlamp performance. Contaminants may enter the fog lamp assembly where they can settle on the lens and reflector. Never turn on the fog lamps with the bulb removed.
  1. Remove the fog lamp assembly.
    1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
    2. Remove the nuts.
    3. Remove the bolt.
      • If necessary install a new fog lamp bulb.
        Fig 1: Removing Fog Lamp Assembly
        G03277240Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. To install, reverse the removal procedure.