Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: The halogen fog lamp bulb contains gas under pressure. The bulb may shatter if the glass envelope is scratched or if the bulb is dropped. Handle the bulb carefully. Grasp the bulb only by its base. Avoid touching the glass envelope. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

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

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

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the 4 front fender splash shield bolts.
- To install, tighten to 5 N.m (44 lb-in).
Remove the 4 front fender splash shield pin-type retainers.
- Position the front fender splash shield aside.
Disconnect the fog lamp bulb electrical connector.
Rotate the fog lamp bulb counterclockwise and remove the fog lamp bulb.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.