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How to Replace Tail Light Bulbs 2011-16 Ford F250

Created on: 2017-04-25

How to install, repair, fix, change or replace a broken, damaged, burned out tail light / brake light bulb on 13 Ford F250

  1. step 1 :Removing the Tail Light
    • Remove the two 8mm bolts on the backside of the housing
    • Pull the tail light out
    • Disconnect the connectors
  2. step 2 :Servicing the Bulbs
    • Twist the bulb socket counterclockwise out of the light
    • Pull the bulb off of the socket
    • Push on the new bulb
    • Twist the bulb clockwise into the light
  3. step 3 :Installing the Tail Light
    • Connect the connectors
    • Press the tail light into the bed
    • Tighten the two 8mm bolts to the tail light

Tools needed

  • Flat Blade Screwdriver

    8mm Socket

    Ratchet

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In this video, we're going to be working with our 2013 Ford F-250. We're going to show you how to remove and replace your vehicle's tail light bulbs, the reverse bulb, and the brake, parking light, and turn signal bulb.

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Here are the items you'll need for this repair.

Remove the two eight millimeter bolts on the backside of your taillight housing with an eight millimeter socket and ratchet. Now, pull the taillight out toward you. To replace your reverse bulb, rotate the socket counterclockwise and remove it. Then remove your bulb from the socket.

Install your new bulb, reinstall the socket into the housing, and rotate it one click clockwise to reengage. To remove your brake light, parking lamp, and turn signal bulb, rotate it counter-clockwise and remove the bulb from the socket. Install your new bulb, reinstall the socket into the housing and rotate it clockwise to engage.

You'll then line up the tabs with the appropriate retainers in the bed. Pop the assembly back in and reinstall your two eight millimeter screws.

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