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How to Replace the Front Headlight on a Ford Fiesta

Model: Ford Fiesta Fiesta 6, MK 6, MK VI - Years 2008-2017
Part: Headlight

Open the bonnet by pulling the lever located at the bottom right of the dashboard and secure it with the prop rod. Unscrew the bolts located above the headlight; disconnect the headlight and remove the inspection cover from the back of the headlight. You will find the bulbs with metal and plastic clips; pull the bulb holders out of the headlight and extract the damaged bulbs using a screwdriver. Fit the new bulbs (ensuring they are the correct type and size) and insert the bulb holders back into the headlight housing. Refit the headlight into its housing and test its proper operation.

Updated on 12 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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