2004 FORD F150 bulb

Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 10
Warning and control lights 10
Gauges 14
Entertainment Systems 17
AM/FM stereo cassette 17
AM/FM stereo with CD 19
AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 22
AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 25
Climate Controls 31
Manual heating and air conditioning 31
Lights 34
Headlamps 34
Turn signal control 36
Bulb replacement 38
Driver Controls 44
Windshield wiper/washer control 44
Steering wheel adjustment 45
Power windows 49
Mirrors 50
Speed control 51
Locks and Security 55
Keys 55
Locks 55
Anti-theft system 56
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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES
Standard instrument cluster
Optional instrument cluster
Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may
become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may
illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.
Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the
bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, have the
respective system inspected immediately.
Service engine soon:TheService
engine soonindicator light
illuminates when the ignition is first
turned to the ON position to check
the bulb. Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On
Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to
On board diagnostics (OBD-II)in theMaintenance and Specifications
chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could
SERVICE
ENGINE
SOON
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Four wheel drive low (if
equipped):Illuminates when
four-wheel drive low is engaged.
Four wheel drive indicator (if
equipped):Illuminates when
four-wheel drive is engaged.
Anti-theft system (if equipped):
Flashes when the Securilock

Passive Anti-theft System has been
activated.
Door ajar:Illuminates when the
ignition is in the ON position and
any door is open.
Turn signal:Illuminates when the
left or right turn signal or the
hazard lights are turned on. If the
indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.
High beams:Illuminates when the
high beam headlamps are turned on.
Key-in-ignition warning chime:Sounds when the key is left in the
ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver’s door
is opened.
Headlamps on warning chime:Sounds when the headlamps or parking
lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the
driver’s door is opened.LOW
RANGE
4x4
DOOR
AJAR
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Rear door lamps (if equipped)
The dome lamp lights when the
control is in the DOOR (left)
position, any door is open, the
instrument panel switch is pushed
past the detent and when any of the
remote entry controls are pressed
while the ignition is off.
The rear door lamps can be turned
on by pressing the rocker controls
next to each lamp.
BULBS
Replacing exterior bulbs
Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.
Using the right bulbs
Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs
must be marked with an authorized“D.O.T.”for North America and an
“E”for Europe to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern
and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly
or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn
time.
Function Number of
bulbsTrade number
Headlamps 2 9007
Front park/turn lamps 2 3157 K
Front park/turn lamps (Lightning
only)2 3157 AK
(amber)
Foglamps 2 9145
Backup lamp 2 3156K
Rear stop/turn/sidemarker/tail
lamp (styleside & Lightning)2 3157K
Rear stop/turn/sidemarker/tail
lamp (flareside)2 3457K
High-mount brakelamp 1 912
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Function Number of
bulbsTrade number
Cargo lamp 2 912
License plate lamp 2 194
Running board lamp (if equipped) 4 168
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer
Replacing headlamp bulbs
1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the OFF position and open
the hood.
2. At the back of the headlamp, pull
clips rearward and up (about
3⁄4
inch) to release the headlamp
assembly.
3. Slide headlamp assembly forward
and off of guide ribs to expose the
back of the bulb and wiring
connector.
4. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the bulb by pulling
rearward.
5. Remove bulb retainer ring by
turning it counterclockwise, then
slide the ring off the plastic base.
6. Without turning, carefully pull
bulb assembly out of headlamp
assembly and replace.
Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of
children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do
not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to
break the next time the headlamps are operated.
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7. Insert the glass end of the new bulb into the headlamp assembly.
When the grooves in the plastic base are aligned, push the bulb into the
lamp assembly until the plastic base contacts the rear of the lamp
assembly.
8. Install bulb retaining ring over the plastic base and lock the ring into
the socket by turning it clockwise until you feel a“stop.”
9. Connect the electrical connector into the plastic base until it“snaps.”
10. Straighten alignment pins,
making them parallel with the outer
edges of the attachment standoff.
11. Carefully insert the headlamp
assembly into the vehicle making
sure the alignment pins are inserted
into the proper holes and into the
guide ribs.
12. Hold the headlamp assembly
snugly against the vehicle and push down on the clips to lock the lamp
into place.
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position and remove
screw from the lamp assembly.
2. Disengage lamp assembly (it has
a snap fit) by pulling straight
forward.
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3. Remove bulb socket from the
parking lamp assembly by turning it
counterclockwise.
4. Pull bulb straight out of socket
and press in the new bulb.
5. Install the bulb socket into the
lamp assembly by turning clockwise.
6. Align top and bottom ribs of
parking lamp assembly with
corresponding slots on front of
vehicle.
7. Push gently until parking lamp
assembly seats (you will hear a
snap).
8. Install screw on lamp assembly.
Replacing tail/brake/turn signal/backup lamp bulbs
The tail/brake/turn signal and
backup lamp bulbs are located in
the tail lamp assembly, one just
below the other. Follow the same
steps to replace either bulb:
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position and then open
the tailgate to expose the lamp
assembly screws.
2. Remove the two bolts from the tail lamp assembly.
3. Carefully pull the lamp assembly from the tailgate pillar to disengage
two hidden snap-in retainers. (Flare side tail lamps are not equipped
with snap-in retainers.)
4. Remove bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning it
counterclockwise.
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5. Pull bulb straight out of socket and press in the new bulb.
6. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly by turning clockwise.
7. Carefully install the tail lamp assembly on tailgate pillar snapping the
two snap-in retainers into place. (Flare side tail lamps do not snap into
place but have two tabs which fit into slots.)
8. Secure the tail lamp on the vehicle with two bolts.
Replacing high-mount brake and cargo lamp bulbs
Make sure the headlamp control is
in the OFF position.
1. Remove the two screws and move
the lamp assembly away from the
vehicle to expose the bulb sockets.
2. Remove the bulb socket by
rotating counterclockwise and
pulling it out of the lamp assembly.
3. Pull the bulb straight out of the
socket and push in the new bulb.
Install the new bulbs in reverse
order.
Replacing foglamp bulbs (if equipped)
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position.
2. Remove the bulb socket from the
foglamp by turning
counterclockwise.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the foglamp bulb.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing signal mirror lamp bulbs (if equipped)
For bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualified technician.
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