ConcoursMustang Forums
5th Generation 2005 - 2014 => 2005 - 2014 => Topic started by: Deuce on November 27, 2018, 10:38:48 PM
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For any who have lost the backlight illumination (burned out bulb) in the 2005-2009 headlight switch (later years may be similar - I don't know):
The Ford parts counter says you must buy a new $80+ replacement switch, if you can find one.
But here's a useful repair: Remove from dash and disassemble the switch, replace the burned out bulb with a commonly found microlamp. I used #7219. Works well so far!
(http://www.concoursmustang.com/forum/gallery/11/thumb_2776-271118212607.jpeg) (http://www.concoursmustang.com/forum/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view;id=11573)
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I found some replacement bulb assembles at Audio Express for $6.
https://audioxpress.org/listing-category/ford-headlight-switch-light-bulb/