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Replacement of the Ford Focus light switch

Model: Ford Focus MK 3 - Years 2011-2018

Today we will discover the instructions that will allow us to disassemble and replace the light switch of the Ford Focus. First, we open the front door on the driver's side and start removing the plastic cover found on the side of the dashboard; then we unscrew the screws found inside to remove the ventilation nozzle located above the light switch, as shown in the video. At this point, we lever the light switch to detach it and remove it from the dashboard, disconnecting the electrical wiring found on the back; we then proceed with the repair or directly with the replacement!

Posted on 2 July 2025 by ScegliAuto

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