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How to Replace the Front Headlight Bulbs of a Ford Focus

Model: Ford Focus MK 2, Focus 2 - Years 2004-2011
Part: Headlight bulb

Let's see how to replace the front headlight bulbs of a Ford Focus. Open the bonnet by pulling the lever located at the bottom right of the dashboard, and secure it with the support rod. Locate the inspection cap of the headlight (located at the back of the headlight) and remove it. Pull out the bulb holder from the headlight and extract the damaged bulbs using a screwdriver. Install the new bulbs (always of the correct type and size), insert the bulb holder back into the headlight housing, and then replace the plastic cover cap. Check the operation of the lights.

Updated on 13 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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