2009 FORD FLEX headlamp

Function Number of bulbs Trade number
License plate lamp 2 C5WL
*High-mount brake lamp N/A LED
Fog lamp (if equipped) 2 H11
Map lamp 2 12V6W
Dome/reading lamps 6 578
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer.
*To replace these lamps - see your authorized dealer.
Replacing the interior bulbs
Check the operation of all bulbs frequently.
Replacing exterior bulbs
Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.
Replacing headlamp (high beam/low beam) halogen bulbs
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the off position, then open the hood.
2. Reach in behind the headlamp assembly to access the bulb sockets
and connectors.
3. Locate the high beam/low beam
electrical connector and remove it
by releasing the locking tab and
pulling it straight down.
4. Remove the bulb socket by
turning it counterclockwise and
pulling it straight out.
WARNING: 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.
Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order.
Replacing HID headlamp bulbs (if equipped)
The headlamps on your vehicle use a “high intensity discharge” source.
These lamps operate at a high voltage. When the bulb is burned out, the
bulb and starter capsule assembly must be replaced by your authorized
dealer.
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Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the off position, then open the hood.
2. Reach behind the headlamp assembly to access the bulb sockets and
connectors.
3. Remove the bulb socket by
turning it counterclockwise and
pulling it straight out.
4. To remove the bulb, pull it
straight out of the bulb socket.
Install the new bulb(s) in reverse
order.
Replacing rear stop/park/turn/backup and side marker lamp bulbs
(non LED)
The stop/tail/turn/backup and side marker lamp bulbs are located in the
tail lamp assembly.
Note:Your vehicle may be equipped with a stop/park/turn and side
marker lamp assemblies containing integral multiple light emitting diodes
(LED). If replacement is required, see your authorized dealer.
•(1)Backup lamp
•(2)Stop/park/turn signal lamp
•(3)Side marker lamp
•(4)Supplemental taillamp
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the off position and open the
liftgate.
2. Remove the hex screws in the
liftgate opening, then pull the lamp
assembly away from the vehicle. This will disengage two snap
attachments along the side of the vehicle.
3. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pulling it
out of the lamp assembly.
4. Pull the bulb straight from the socket.
Install new bulb(s) in reverse order.
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Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the off position.
2. Remove the two screws from the
license plate lamp assembly and pull
it down.
3. Carefully pull the bulb out from
the contacts.
Install new bulb(s) in reverse order.
Replacing fog lamp bulbs (if equipped)
1. Make sure the fog lamp switch is
in the off position.
2. From underneath the vehicle,
partially remove the tire splash
shield by removing four drive
screws.
After removing to allow free access
to the front fog lamp bulb and
electrical wire harness, the splash shield flap should be able to be
repositioned.
3. Rotate the harness/bulb assembly
counterclockwise, to remove from
the fog lamp.
4. Carefully disconnect the bulb
from the harness assembly by
releasing the two snap clips.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
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MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER
Windshield wiper:Rotate the end
of the control away from you to
increase the speed of the wipers;
rotate towards you to decrease the
speed of the wipers.
Windshield washer:Push the end
of the stalk:
•briefly: causes a single swipe of
the wipers without washer fluid.
•a quick push and hold: the wipers
will swipe three times with washer fluid.
•a long push and hold: the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for
up to ten seconds.
Courtesy wipe feature:One extra wipe will occur a few seconds after
washing the front window to clear any excess washer fluid remaining on
the windshield.
Note:Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty.
This may cause the washer pump to overheat. Check the washer fluid
level frequently. Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry.
This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper
motor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield,
always use the windshield washer. In freezing weather, be sure the wiper
blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers.
Windshield wiper rainlamp feature (if equipped with Autolamp)
When the windshield wipers are turned on during daylight, and the
headlamp control is in the autolamp position, the exterior lamps will turn
on after a brief delay and will remain on until the wipers are turned off.
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4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the instructions inside the IKT for the
correct orientation of the battery. Press the battery down to ensure that
the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity.
5. Snap the battery cover back onto the key.
Note:Replacement of the battery willnotcause the IKT to become
deprogrammed from your vehicle. The IKT should operate normally after
battery replacement.
Replacing lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)
If you would like to have your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters
reprogrammed because you lost one, or would like to buy additional
IKTs, you can either reprogram them yourself, or takeall IKTsto your
authorized dealer for reprogramming.
How to reprogram your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)
To program a new Integrated Keyhead Transmitter yourself, refer to
Programming spare keysin theSecuriLock™ passive anti-theft
systemsection of this chapter.Note:At least two IKTs are required to
perform this procedure yourself.
Illuminated entry
The interior lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped) illuminate when the
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter or the keyless entry system keypad is
used to unlock the door(s).
The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if:
•the ignition is turned to the on position, or
•the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter
control is pressed, or
•the vehicle is locked using the keyless entry keypad, or
•after 25 seconds of illumination.
The inside lights will not turn off if:
•they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or
•any door is open.
Perimeter lamps illuminated entry
With the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter system, the following items will
illuminate when the
control on the transmitter is pressed:
•Headlamps
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Illuminated exit
•When all vehicle doors are closed and the key is removed from the
ignition, the interior dome lamps (and the exterior mirror puddle
lamps, if equipped) will illuminate.
The lights will turn off if all the doors remain closed and
•25 seconds elapse, or
•the key is inserted in the ignition.
Battery saver
The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 10 minutes after the
ignition has been turned to the off position.
•If the dome lamps were turned on using the panel dimmer control, the
battery saver will shut them off 10 minutes after the ignition has been
turned to the off position.
•If the courtesy lamps were turned on because one of the vehicle doors
or the liftgate was opened, the battery saver will shut off them off
10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the off position.
•The battery saver will shut off the headlamps 10 minutes after the
ignition has been turned to the off position.
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Passenger compartment fuse panel
The fuse panel is located under the instrument panel to the left of the
steering wheel.
The fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
1 30A Driver smart window motor
2 15A Not used (spare)
3 15A Family entertainment system
(FES)
4 30A DC/AC inverter
5 10A Passenger compartment fuse
panel logic power, Keypad
illumination, BTSI
6 20A Turn signals
7 10A Low beam headlamps (left)
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
8 10A Low beam headlamps (right)
9 15A Interior lights, Cargo lamps
10 15A Backlighting, Puddle lamps
11 10A All wheel drive
12 7.5A Not used (spare)
13 5A Keypad, Mirror switch, Memory
module, DSM logic, Adjustable
pedals
14 10A Power liftgate module, CID, MGM
15 10A Climate control head
16 15A EFP, Navigation Screen
17 20A All power lock motor feeds,
Liftgate release
18 20A 2nd row power seat, Front heated
seats
19 25A Moon roof
20 15A OBDII connector, Memory seat
21 15A Fog lamps
22 15A Park lamps, License lamps
23 15A High beam headlamps
24 20A Horn relay
25 10A Demand lamps/Interior lamps,
Power fold seat (2nd row)
26 10A Instrument panel cluster
27 20A Ignition Switch
28 5A Radio, Radio start signal
29 5A Instrument panel cluster
30 5A Overdrive cancel and grade assist
switch
31 10A Not used (spare)
32 10A Restraint control module
33 10A Battery charge relay
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