Ford Explorer: Exterior Lighting / Removal and Installation - Headlamp Assembly

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual / Electrical / Lighting / Exterior Lighting / Removal and Installation - Headlamp Assembly

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Remove the front bumper cover.
Refer to: Front Bumper Cover (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation).

Remove the 5 headlamp assembly bolts.
Torque: 28 lb.in (3.2 Nm)

Release the tab and position the headlamp assembly forward.

Disconnect the electrical connectors and remove the headlamp assembly.

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Adjust the headlamp assembly.
Refer to: Headlamp Adjustment (417-01 Exterior Lighting) .

Removal and Installation - Front Fog Lamp

Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. Remove the front bumper cover. Refer to: Front Bumper Cover (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation)...

Removal and Installation - Headlamp Control Module (HCM)

Removal NOTE: This step is only necessary if the HCM is being replaced. NOTE: If installing a new module, it is necessary to upload the module configuration information to the scan tool..

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