I hate domestics for simple service like this, some are so poorly designed where you have to remove the bumper and headlight assembly just to change a bulb!! But your video was clear, concise, and straight to the point! Thank you!!
This was nearly identical for my 2013 C Max. The turn signal bulb access has larger circular opening, so it was easy to do. Thanks for posting this video! Saved me some $$
Thanks! Was able to change both bulbs in less than 15 minutes. Dealer was charging 400 for replacement lol. I didn't disconnect the headlamp cause my fingers aren't strong enough but was able to get it switched keeping it attached.😊
Thank you for this helpful video. Only small remark: European spec Focus has H7 bulb instead of H11. Everything else seems to be however the same (or at least very similar).
The top right turn signal light bulb can also be turned with a 9/32 wrench, it's small enough and fits perfect to turn... Tried the finger method to work great for right side, not so good with left side...
The yellow bulb light is NOT the blinker light!! when you turn the lights to the second setting or B indicated in the light control page of the owners manual, that light turns on. The lighting control in the manual indicates that setting includes parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps, and tail lamps. So that yellow light is either one of those NOT the blinker. The blinker is blow those lights.
Nice video my friend. I have the focus ecoboost 2014, and the dealer mentioned that when removing the headlight, be careful for the clip on the bottom. Is this accurate, because in your video you dont mention that...Also how about a video showing how to replase the fog lights as well? Thanks in advance, ooo and excuse my english...
Yeah I saw that the clip is mentioned in the service manual but as I look over the footage in the video I don't see that clip. Either way, as long as you don't apply too much force when pulling on the headlight then everything should be ok.
Hey, my name is Brandon. You unfortunately got some things wrong. Like the “turn signal”. The small light that was hard to get to is not a turn signal. It’s just an orange bulb. It’s the side marker and the running/ park light. The turn signal is on the bottom of the housing with the screw cover. I’m waiting this video because I have a 2015 and I’m having trouble getting out the turn signal. I am seeing if its the same as the old one... The socket is, but the placement isn’t.
I just change my low and high beams. First my low because it’s wasn’t working and when I changed that my high beam went out and low barely had light. So I went back to buy a high beam thinking it’ll correct the issue. Now that I’ve done that my headlights low and high are working with mid low light.... is it Recommended for these vehicles to change all bulbs on headlamp to work properly?
I'm not sure why this title says 2011 focus. My 2011 model doesn't look like that. It also takes only one bulb for low and high beam. Am I missing something?
It seems my connector was stuck and without using much force I broke that little plastic tab ;[ how do I take out the connector now to put in new headlight assembly?
That's exactly my question... the other side was somewhat tight and without much force thing just went flying ;[ and I have no idea how to take it out.
Broke both of mine because they don't push down and out. Now I have to spend 2 hrs fisconnecting the entire electrical line on the engine to remove the connectors. What PITA. Gone are thedays of 5 mi use bulb changes.
Well just broke my headlight connector on the right side, could of been a 2 minute repair for my lowbeam headlight but now taking it to my dealership to get it fixed, hopefully this shit doesn't cost an arm and a leg
That connector for the power into the headlight will not come loose. Ended up breaking the plastic tab. Anyone else have this issue? And how was it solved
Levi kertesz yeah I just broke my right headlight connector piece and I'm taking it to my dealership to get if fixed, only thing is i feel like it's going to cost an arm and a leg
What if push down and out on tab does not work, and then breaks? I can't get the connectors off at all. Broke one. Now broke both. Those e,etrucal connectors DO NOT COME OFF. There's no tabs to push down then out. None. Had to use flat head screw driver and then they broke. This is bs.
MH motorVlogs I'm in the same damn situation right now I broke my right headlight and now taking it to my dealership to get it repaired, so hopefully this shit doesn't cost an arm and a leg
shae schnelle - how did it work out at the dealership with the headlight plug broken? These damn things are brittle, I broke one already on the driver side today. Let me know if you could please? Also, does your Focus have foglights on the bottom of the bumper assembly? Any experience changing those bulbs? I have to do 1 of those too...ugh...what happened to the day of 1-bulb change and accessible without removing whole headlight assembly?!? I could have it done in less than 5 minutes, including turn signals if I had to. These 2012-15 Focuses are a PITA for sure...
Great video but it's worthless. I've had an easier time removing intake manifold off Foc ST and cleaning or brake job, than these damn headlights. Bigges pita lights I've ever touched, now broken, and now going to cost me $175 to replace whole assembly on both sides after the jimmy off the big electrical connectors.
I hate domestics for simple service like this, some are so poorly designed where you have to remove the bumper and headlight assembly just to change a bulb!! But your video was clear, concise, and straight to the point! Thank you!!
Short & sweet! Extremely good camera angles showing the tough access areas with instructions on how to get around them.
This was nearly identical for my 2013 C Max. The turn signal bulb access has larger circular opening, so it was easy to do. Thanks for posting this video! Saved me some $$
This was super helpful, I changed my headlight no problem! Thanks!
Thanks for this video! Needed to change that hard to reach one in the corner and couldn't figure out how to get to it til I ran across this.
Thanks! Was able to change both bulbs in less than 15 minutes. Dealer was charging 400 for replacement lol. I didn't disconnect the headlamp cause my fingers aren't strong enough but was able to get it switched keeping it attached.😊
Thank I change my high bean by watching your video
Thank you so very much! Perfect explanation!! I did myself thanks to you 😊 Very well done sir!
Thank you very much! Very well explained, will save first timers like me some time and money.
Nice one. My 2011 (UK) model had a different connection for the dipped beam bulb, it was a bit simular to your high beam connection.
well done SIR. nice clear footage😉
+Stephen Sanderson Potato footage not allowed around here.
I’ve been having trouble getting my high beam back in. Thanks for the video we’re you Actually show how it goes in and connects 👍
Really really helpful, thank you! Wonder now how I would fix the condensation issue I have with mine 😅
Thank you for this helpful video. Only small remark: European spec Focus has H7 bulb instead of H11. Everything else seems to be however the same (or at least very similar).
Thanks for the heads up about the different bulbs :)
Ah shit is not h4?? Bollocks time to cancel that order🤦♂️😂
The top right turn signal light bulb can also be turned with a 9/32 wrench, it's small enough and fits perfect to turn... Tried the finger method to work great for right side, not so good with left side...
the one you referred to as the signal light is incorrect, however it's the little clearance light I was looking for. Thanks
Thanks man. You saved me a bunch of money
Heck yeah man!
Thanks for this video, very informative and helpful!
The yellow bulb light is NOT the blinker light!! when you turn the lights to the second setting or B indicated in the light control page of the owners manual, that light turns on. The lighting control in the manual indicates that setting includes parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps, and tail lamps. So that yellow light is either one of those NOT the blinker. The blinker is blow those lights.
thanks man! just changed mine, video helped so much lol.
Nice video my friend. I have the focus ecoboost 2014, and the dealer mentioned that when removing the headlight, be careful for the clip on the bottom. Is this accurate, because in your video you dont mention that...Also how about a video showing how to replase the fog lights as well? Thanks in advance, ooo and excuse my english...
Yeah I saw that the clip is mentioned in the service manual but as I look over the footage in the video I don't see that clip. Either way, as long as you don't apply too much force when pulling on the headlight then everything should be ok.
happywrenching
Thanks for the reply!
Again, cool video!
Easy when you know how. Thanks!
Thanks. Excellent video really helpful.. Keep it up
Great video. Helped me a lot!
Thank you
thank you for the help!
Thank you so much . So helpful.
Informative! Thank you
Most useful video, thanks 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
I broke the tab bit where you press to release the high beam. What is that part official called and can i just buy that connector only? great vid
Hey, my name is Brandon. You unfortunately got some things wrong. Like the “turn signal”. The small light that was hard to get to is not a turn signal. It’s just an orange bulb. It’s the side marker and the running/ park light. The turn signal is on the bottom of the housing with the screw cover. I’m waiting this video because I have a 2015 and I’m having trouble getting out the turn signal. I am seeing if its the same as the old one... The socket is, but the placement isn’t.
Awesome video! Thanks man!
I just change my low and high beams. First my low because it’s wasn’t working and when I changed that my high beam went out and low barely had light. So I went back to buy a high beam thinking it’ll correct the issue. Now that I’ve done that my headlights low and high are working with mid low light.... is it Recommended for these vehicles to change all bulbs on headlamp to work properly?
I was wondering if there was any way of adjusting the headlights horizontally from LHD to RHD on the mk3?
Would you mind pls make a video for Ford focus turnier (5 doors) MK3 tail lamp also? I could not find anything on TH-cam.
My daughter 2014 model has one screw and a plastic clip - low and toward car centre line.
Jump to 4:00 for the low beam reconnection
My headlight connector tab (1:03) is completely busted off. Is there a way I can get the connector to release without it?
Very helpful! thank you
Nice video! Thank you so much!!!
Thanks for the video! I followed step by step and were exact!
I'm not sure why this title says 2011 focus. My 2011 model doesn't look like that. It also takes only one bulb for low and high beam. Am I missing something?
Was the low beam your left? Because it seems you have it backwards.
What about the small running light on the se 2016 in the headlamp?
Do you absolutely have to disconnect the main electrical plug before commencing working on the bulbs?
Absolutely? No, but its good practice.
Very good. Sign me up.
What screwdriver is that ?
Excellent thanks a great help...:)
So the low beam is an h11 bulb..whats the high beem?
High beam is an H1 bulb.
bill smith happywrenching İn Europa the high beam is H1, the low beam is H7.
thanks
It seems my connector was stuck and without using much force I broke that little plastic tab ;[ how do I take out the connector now to put in new headlight assembly?
DropThe Wubz I was about to disconnect the battery and replace it that way but I'm taking mine to my dealership to get it fixed that way
Is there a way to get the electrical connector out without the tab?
That's exactly my question... the other side was somewhat tight and without much force thing just went flying ;[ and I have no idea how to take it out.
Broke both of mine because they don't push down and out. Now I have to spend 2 hrs fisconnecting the entire electrical line on the engine to remove the connectors. What PITA. Gone are thedays of 5 mi use bulb changes.
ever figure it out?
thanks for the video; )
And the tiny outer side marker bulbs require dealer tools to remove. Or a woman with 6" long, very flexible fingers. Otherwise, total no-go.
help daughter has had three guys try and change her bulbs
Well just broke my headlight connector on the right side, could of been a 2 minute repair for my lowbeam headlight but now taking it to my dealership to get it fixed, hopefully this shit doesn't cost an arm and a leg
That connector for the power into the headlight will not come loose. Ended up breaking the plastic tab. Anyone else have this issue? And how was it solved
Yes. Broke both. Can not remove now without 2-3 hrs more work and partial engine disassembly.
Levi kertesz yeah I just broke my right headlight connector piece and I'm taking it to my dealership to get if fixed, only thing is i feel like it's going to cost an arm and a leg
Is there a way to change the amber corner drl lights??
Yes, but they're quite finicky and hard to reach. A pain in the butt. There's stuff on the net that shows how.
Oh, that first amber bulb he pulled out was the actual DRL you're asking about.
I installed mine around a month ago lol
You might wanna update the title now the 4th Gen is out from 2018MY
Will do, need to update a few titles
@@happywrenching I noticed it's different 'cos I'm just editing up a bulb change video for Gen 4. Similar but slightly different.
What if push down and out on tab does not work, and then breaks? I can't get the connectors off at all. Broke one. Now broke both. Those e,etrucal connectors DO NOT COME OFF. There's no tabs to push down then out. None. Had to use flat head screw driver and then they broke. This is bs.
MH motorVlogs I'm in the same damn situation right now I broke my right headlight and now taking it to my dealership to get it repaired, so hopefully this shit doesn't cost an arm and a leg
shae schnelle - how did it work out at the dealership with the headlight plug broken? These damn things are brittle, I broke one already on the driver side today. Let me know if you could please? Also, does your Focus have foglights on the bottom of the bumper assembly? Any experience changing those bulbs? I have to do 1 of those too...ugh...what happened to the day of 1-bulb change and accessible without removing whole headlight assembly?!? I could have it done in less than 5 minutes, including turn signals if I had to. These 2012-15 Focuses are a PITA for sure...
super brittle... mine just broke
Is the high beam an h1 for a Ford Focus?? Thanks
Lol, I'm confused. Didn't I answer your question like 4 months ago? Yes, high beam is an H1.
Not saying I’ve done this. But what happens if you drop one of the screws into the engine bay? And you hear it land onto the under tray 🙈😂
Go get drunk...!
Side markers can not be reached.
Thank you a lot!
Love it...
Thx
At least mention the bulb types.
Great video but it's worthless. I've had an easier time removing intake manifold off Foc ST and cleaning or brake job, than these damn headlights. Bigges pita lights I've ever touched, now broken, and now going to cost me $175 to replace whole assembly on both sides after the jimmy off the big electrical connectors.
You have to be very careful when doing this that you do not kill your cat. I have lost two beautiful pets trying to change the sidelights on my Ford.
That's not a 3rd gen focus, that's a 2nd gen face-lift.
In the US it's a 3rd gen. Our 2nd gen Focus is the same as a 1st gen Focus sedan, but it has updated body panels.