Bulb - Headlamp, Aerodynamic Lamps: Removal

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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. Avoid touching the glass envelope.

NOTE: The headlamp bulb should not be removed from the headlamp until just before a new bulb is installed. Removing the bulb for an extended period of time may effect headlamp bulb performance. Contaminants may enter the headlamp where they can settle on the lens and reflector. Never turn on the headlamp with the bulb removed from the headlamp.

Disconnect the headlamp connector.
NOTE: Make sure that the headlamp switch and the ignition switch are in the OFF position.
Remove the headlamp bulb.
1. Rotate the headlamp bulb retainer counterclockwise one-eighth turn and remove.
2. Remove the headlamp bulb.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Headlamp Bulb
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.