2021 FORD F-150 low beam

4. On the wall or screen, observe a light
pattern with a distinct horizontal edge
toward the right. If this edge is not at
the horizontal reference line, adjust the
beam so the edge is at the same height
as the horizontal reference line. 5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each
headlamp. Use a #2 Phillips
screwdriver to turn the adjuster either
counterclockwise or clockwise in order
to adjust the vertical aim of the
headlamp.
6. Repeat Steps 3 through 7 to adjust the
other headlamp.
7. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.
Horizontal Aim Adjustment
Horizontal aim is not required for this
vehicle and is not adjustable.
EXTERIOR BULBS
EXTERIOR BULB SPECIFICATION
CHART
Replacement bulbs are specified in the
chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be
marked with an authorized D.O.T. marking
for North America to make sure they have
the proper lamp performance, light
brightness, light pattern and safe visibility.
The correct bulbs will not damage the
lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly
warranty and will provide quality bulb
illumination time. Power (Watt)
Specification
Lamp
16
912
Central high mounted stop lamp.
LED
LED
Central high mounted cargo lamp.
Vehicles with cargo box.
LED
LED
Daytime running lamp (XLT optional,
Lariat, Platinum, King Ranch, Limited).
55
H11
Daytime running lamp (XLT optional,
XL).
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Power (Watt)
Specification
Lamp
LED
LED
Front turn signal and parking lamp
(XLT optional, Lariat, Platinum, King
Ranch, Limited).
21/5
4257NA
Front turn signal and parking lamp
(XLT optional, XL).
LED
LED
Front fog lamp (XLT optional, Lariat,
Platinum, King Ranch, Limited).
55
9140
Front fog lamp (XL and XLT optional).
LED
LED
Front side marker lamp (Lariat
optional, Platinum, King Ranch,
Limited).
5
W5W
Front side marker lamp (Lariat
optional, XL, XLT).
LED
LED
Headlamp (XLT optional, Lariat, Plat-
inum, King Ranch, Limited).
55
H11
Headlamp low beam (XLT optional,
XL).
65
9005
Headlamp high beam (XLT optional,
XL).
5
W5W
License plate lamp.
LED
LED
Puddle lamp.
LED
LED
Rear cargo box lamp.
21
WTY21W
Rear turn signal (XL optional).
21/7
WT21W/7W
Rear lamp, stop lamp (XL optional).
21/7
WT21W/7W
Rear lamp, stop lamp, rear turn signal
and rear side marker lamp (XL
optional, XLT).
21
WT21W
Reversing lamp (XL optional).
LED
LED
Reversing lamp (XL optional, XLT).
LED
LED
Side turn signal lamp.
LED
LED
Taillamp-all functions (Lariat, Plat-
inum, King Ranch, Limited).
Note: LED lamps are not serviceable. See an authorized dealer if they fail.
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REMOVING A REAR LAMP
ASSEMBLY
1. Make sure the headlamps are off.
2. Open the tailgate to access the rear
lamp assemblies. 3. Remove the two bolts from the tail
lamp assembly. Then, carefully pull the
lamp assembly from the tailgate pillar
by releasing the two retaining tabs.
4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb.
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
CHANGING A HEADLAMP BULB WARNING: Make sure the bulbs
have cooled down before removing
them. Failure to follow this warning could
result in serious personal injury.
Accessing the Halogen High Beam
and Low Beam Bulbs
1. Rotate the steering wheel to the opposite side of the bulb needing
replacement. 2.
Remove the screws and push pins from
the front of the wheel liner.
3. Pull the wheel liner back towards the tire to gain access to the bulbs.
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Replacing the Halogen High Beam
and Low Beam Bulbs
Low beam headlamp bulb.
A.
Turn signal lamp bulb.
B.
High beam headlamp bulb.
C. 1. Make sure the headlamps are off.
2.
For the high beam and low beam bulbs,
remove the rubber cap to access the
bulbs.
3. Remove the bulb holder from the lamp
assembly by turning it
counterclockwise and pulling it straight
out.
4. Disconnect the bulb from the electrical
connector.
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Note: 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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Note:
If the bulb is accidentally touched,
clean it with rubbing alcohol before
installing it.
CHANGING A FRONT TURN
SIGNAL LAMP BULB WARNING: Make sure the bulbs
have cooled down before removing
them. Failure to follow this warning could
result in serious personal injury.
1. Rotate the steering wheel to the opposite side of the bulb needing
replacement. 2.
Remove the screws and push pins from
the front of the wheel liner.
3. Pull the wheel liner back toward the tire to gain access to the bulb. Low beam headlamp bulb.
A.
Turn signal lamp bulb.
B.
High beam headlamp bulb.
C.
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Extending the Exterior Mirrors.................166
Extending the Remote Start
Duration........................................................184
Exterior Bulbs................................................522
Changing a Front Fog Lamp Bulb...............528
Changing a Front Side Marker Lamp
Bulb.................................................................... 527
Changing a Front Turn Signal Lamp Bulb.................................................................... 526
Changing a Headlamp Bulb.......................... 524
Changing a High Mounted Stoplamp Bulb................................................................... 530
Changing a License Plate Lamp Bulb................................................................... 530
Changing a Rear Lamp Bulb......................... 528
Changing a Rear Turn Signal Lamp Bulb.................................................................... 529
Changing a Reversing Lamp Bulb...............530
Changing a Stoplamp Bulb........................... 529
Exterior Bulb Specification Chart................522
Removing a Rear Lamp Assembly..............524
Exterior Lamps
..............................................149
Exterior Lamp Audible Warning.....................151
Exterior Lamp Indicators................................... 151
How Do Cornering Lamps Work................... 149
Switching the Cargo Lamps On.................... 150
Switching the Daytime Running Lamps On and Off.............................................................. 149
Switching the Front Fog Lamps On and Off....................................................................... 150
Switching the Spot Lamps On and Off....................................................................... 150
Switching the Turn Signal Lamps On and Off....................................................................... 149
Exterior Lighting Control.............................147
Exterior Lighting Control - Police Responder....................................................147
Exterior Lighting
.............................................147
Adaptive Front Lighting.................................... 157
Autolamps............................................................ 148
Automatic High Beam Control...................... 152
Automatic High Beam Control – Troubleshooting............................................. 154
Exterior Lamps.................................................... 149
Exterior Zone Lighting........................................ 151
Glare Free Lighting............................................. 155
Glare Free Lighting – Troubleshooting.............................................. 157Headlamps............................................................
147
Headlamps – Troubleshooting.....................148
Exterior Mirrors
..............................................165
Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror....................... 166
Exterior Zone Lighting
..................................151
Exterior Zone Lighting Settings..................... 152
Using the Exterior Zone Lighting.................... 151
What Is Exterior Zone Lighting........................ 151
F
Fastening and Unfastening the Seatbelts
........................................................64
Feature Bar....................................................638
Filling the Selective Catalytic Reduction System Tank................................................275
Filling the Selective Catalytic Reduction System Tank in Cold Weather..................275
Filling the Selective Catalytic Reduction System Tank Using a Fuel Station
Pump.................................................................. 275
Filling the Selective Catalytic Reduction System Tank Using a Portable
Container.......................................................... 276
Flat Tire See: Changing a Flat Tire............................... 566
Floor Mats.......................................................477
Folding the Exterior Mirrors - Vehicles With: Manual Folding Mirrors................165
Folding the Exterior Mirrors - Vehicles With: Power Folding Mirrors..................165
Foot Pedals See: Adjusting the Pedals................................ 142
Ford Performance...........................................21
Ford Protect
..................................................662
Four-Wheel Drive.........................................291
Four-Wheel Drive Modes................................ 295
Four-Wheel Drive – Troubleshooting.........297
Four-Wheel Drive Indicators...................296
Four-Wheel Drive Limitations.................292
Four-Wheel Drive Modes
..........................295
Four-Wheel Drive Auto.................................... 295
Four-Wheel Drive High.................................... 296
Four-Wheel Drive Low..................................... 296
Two-Wheel Drive High..................................... 295
Four-Wheel Drive Precautions...............292
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