How Do I Replace the License Plate Light on a Ford Focus?
- 1). Shut down the engine and turn the key to the "OFF" position. Place the vehicle in park or first gear (manual transmission). Set the parking brake.
- 2). Insert a flat-head screwdriver between the license plate lamp housing and the bumper or trunk lid. Carefully pry out the license plate lamp housing.
- 3). Remove the damaged bulb from the lamp housing. Install the new bulb into the lamp housing.
- 4). Press the license plate lamp housing back into the bumper or trunk lid until it is fully seated.
- 5). Turn on the headlamps and verify that the license plate lamp illuminates.
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