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Removal and Installation

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NOTE: Make sure the fog lamp switch and ignition switch are in the OFF position.

    Fog lamp assembly and fog lamp bulb 

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Disconnect the fog lamp electrical connector.
    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 the base. Avoid touching the glass envelope. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
    NOTE: The fog lamp bulb should not be removed from the fog lamp until just before the new bulb is installed. Removing the bulb for an extended period of time may affect fog lamp performance. Contaminants may enter the fog lamp where they can settle on the lens or the reflector. Never turn on the fog lamps with the bulb removed.
  3. Remove the fog lamp bulb.

    4. Fog lamp assembly only 

  4. Detach the fog lamp wiring harness from the fog lamp bracket.
    Fig 1: Detaching Fog Lamp Wiring Harness From Fog Lamp Bracket
    G03965785Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the 3 fog lamp bracket bolts and the fog lamp bracket.
    • To install, tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).
  6. Remove the 2 fog lamp nuts.
    • To install, apply High Strength Threadlocker to the nuts and hold the stud while tightening the nuts.
  7. Remove the fog lamp clip.
  8. Remove the fog lamp assembly.

    9. Fog lamp assembly and fog lamp bulb 

  9. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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