Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford RV Cutaway, 2004 Ford Econoline, 2004 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2004 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the battery. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
Pull headlamp knob to HEAD position.
Insert a small screwdriver onto clip and pull clip and knob outward, removing headlamp knob.

Fig 1: Removing Headlamp Knob
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Remove headlamp switch bezel by turning it counterclockwise.

Fig 2: Removing Headlamp Switch Bezel By Turning It Counterclockwise
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On vehicles with tilt column, position steering wheel in full down position.
On vehicles with column shift, set parking brake and position shift lever to the lowest position.
Remove audio unit. For additional information, refer to AUDIO UNIT .
Remove 2 screws above instrument cluster.

Fig 3: Removing Screws Above Instrument Cluster
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Remove instrument panel finish panel by pulling it straight back from instrument panel to release clips. Disconnect cigarette lighter and power point electronic connectors.

Fig 4: Removing Instrument Panel Finish Panel
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Remove the headlamp switch bolts.

Fig 5: Removing Headlamp Switch Bolts
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Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the headlamp switch.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.