Headlight Bulb Replacement: 2016 Ford F-150 XLT 5.0L V8 FlexFuel Crew Cab Pickup
Ford F-150 Model Years - 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020
Key Steps for the Headlight Bulb Replacement: 2016 Ford F-150 XLT 5.0L V8 FlexFuel Crew Cab Pickup
The headlight is in the front bulb housing, in the upper left section of the housing
Undo three 5.5MM bolts and one fastener to disengage the lining (1), then pry the lining back to reach the bulb (2)
Remove the three 5.5MM bolts from the wheel well lining. Then, reach in and disengage one fastener located toward the inside. This will release the lining
Pull the wheel well lining back, then reach in for the headlight bulb cover
Take off the cover to gain access to the headlight assembly
Remove the headlight assembly by turning it counter clockwise
Push in the tab and pull the headlight out from the connector
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This video shows you how to replace a headlight bulb in your 2016 Ford F-150, your headlight bulb may also be known as a headlight low beam. Headlights grow dimmer by up to 20% over time and eventually burn out - for this reason, we recommend changing your headlights in pairs. Changing both headlight bulbs on your F-150 at the same time will allow both bulbs to have the same intensity and prevent the new headlight bulb from appearing brighter than the bulb on the opposite side.
In some Fords, the highbeam is the same bulb as the headlight and it is possible for the highbeam to work, but the headlight be burnt out even if they are the same bulb (and vice versa). Some Fords have high intensity discharge headlights, sometimes referred to as xenon lights. Xenon headlights have a ballast to ignite the high voltage xenon lights when they turn on that can remain energized even if the lights are turned off. Be sure to disconnect the headlight assembly or battery before attempting to replace it. If your F-150 has a HID headlight burnt out, it could be a burnt out bulb or failed headlight ballast.
The headlight bulb replacement cost for your F-150 varies depending on where you go to get your headlight replaced. Ford dealerships will tend to be pricier and parts retailers such as AutoZone will often replace it for free if you buy bulbs there. When you change the headlight on your F-150, it is important to not touch the glass part of the bulb with your fingers because the oil from your fingertips will cause that part of the bulb to burn hotter, which significantly shortens the life of the bulb.
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