Lincoln C2AZ-13466-C Bulb

To replace a halogen bulb of the aerodynamic type, turn the headlight bulb cover and pull it from the rear of the headlight housing onward and disconnect the electrical connector clips of the bulb holder. To remove the headlight bulb retaining ring conveniently, turn it anti-clockwise by 1/8 turn as seen at the rear of the housing and pull out the ring and the bulb from the housing. When fixing a new bulb always avoid contacting the surface of the glass part of the bulb, if you have to clean it with ethanol. Pull out the old bulb and then twist the new bulb without touching the glass into the socket and then replace it into the headlight housing by tightening the retaining ring which should be clockwise. Last but not the least, connect the electrical connectors, check the working of the headlight and finally shut the hood. In the case of the sealed beam type, begin by eradicating the parking light bulbs and assembly; thereafter, the headlight bezel can be detached by unfastening the upper and lower mounting screws. Subsequently, unscrew the headlight ring screws and pull the electrical connector back as well as out to pull out the headlight. Restoration is the complete opposite of elimination-reattach the headlight, put back the retaining ring, check the function of the headlight and shut the bonnet.

Such models are equipped with a headlight with a separate halogen bulb, the replacement of which is easy when it is burned out, while the housing is replaced only if it is damaged. First unfasten the negative terminal on the battery with a spanner; second, eliminate the electrical connection at the back of the headlight assembly. For headlight housings of the models manufactured after 1997, one has to loosen the headlight housing assembly by turning the four-arm ring a quarter and pulling the headlight housing off the base. Manipulate the bulb vertically without twisting and when replacing the bulb, ensure one doesn't touch the bulb with bare hands ensuring the flat side of the plastic base of the bulb is up. Bring the socket locating tabs into the corresponding slots in the plastic base and snap the socket into the base having the base mounting flange touching the socket. Insert the retaining ring and wiggle it clockwise until it locks into place against the stop; replace the headlight housing in 1997 and later models. Finally plug the electrical connector back in and check the operation of the headlight and have the adjust check and adjusted as soon as possible from a dealer service department or a service station.

These headlights work similarly to regular halogen bulbs, but each one has its own separate bulb. If the bulb goes out, you only need to replace that part, while keeping the rest intact. When replacing the headlight on these cars, start by pulling the negative battery cable first, then unhitch the electrical connector at the headlight's back. Starting with 1997 models, you take apart the headlight housing by rotating its holding ring 1/8 of a turn in the opposite direction and sliding it off the bottom. Carefully take the burned-out bulb from its socket without twisting it, then carefully put the new bulb into the socket without touching the glass with bare hands. Make sure the flat on the plastic base faces upward. Place the locating tabs of the black plastic base into the matching grooves on the socket, and press the socket firmly into position until the base mounting flange meets with the socket. Slide the retaining ring onto the headlight housing. Give it a clockwise turn until you feel the stop. Then, put everything back in place. Install the electrical plug and check if the light works properly. Take your car to a dealer service department or a gas station as soon as you can, to fix any headlight position issues.

The instrument cluster and trim panel need to be removed in order to access the instrument panel bulbs. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Once the instrument cluster is removed, take out the two screws holding the lower access panel to reach the cluster bulbs. To get to the instrument cluster indicator bulbs, remove the clutch trim panel.

The first step to change the bulb is by opening the hood. On first generation, remove the retainer in the back of the headlight, and then withdraw the bulb socket out of the assembly. A gentle removal of the bulb from the socket is done without twisting it, additionally, it is recommended that one should not touch the bulb by hand. Replace the new bulb into the socket where the flat side of the bulb with the writing 'PLASTIC BASE' is facing up, then align the socket locating tabs with the notches on the base of the headlight housing and push the rubber socket into its position until the mounting flange touches the housing. Slide the retainer onto the pump and only turn the retainer clockwise until one cannot turn it anymore. For the later models, the headlight assembly needs to be taken off, and then the bulb socket needs to be twisted in the anti-clockwise direction and then pulled out. When removing, one needs to bring the bulb out of the socket carefully most of the time by pulling by the base then the process of installing is just the same in reverse. When the bulb has been replaced, check how the headlights operate and then close the hood. A general check up and adjustment of the position of the headlights should be done once by a dealer service department or service station at the earliest time possible. On early models for housing removal and installation, remove the bulb and wiring, and then unsnap the housing tabs to release the housing from the grille opening. In subsequent models, undo the headlight housing retainers, slide the headlight out as well as disconnect the electrical connectors. Removal is the exact opposite of installation and headlight alignment should be checked.

To replace a bulb first, you have to open the hood. For early models, release the bulb retainer by turning counterclockwise at the back of the headlight then retract the bulb socket from the headlight housing. It is usually recommended that one should gently withdrawal the bulb ways from the socket without applying any twist on it and using hands to hold the glass part of the bulb. Place the terminal of the new bulb into the socket with the flat visible at the plastic based turned upward, align the locating tabs on the retaining socket over the notches on the headlight housing and secure this by applying pressure to force the socket's mounting flange to engage the housing. Place the retainer on and force it clockwise up to snug stage. As done in the later models, the headlight assembly should be unscrewed, the bulb socket should be rotated clockwise then you pull it out. When removing the bulb, one has to be very cautious and gentle to pull it out straight from the socket while the process of installation is vice versa. Once the bulb is replaced perform operation check of the entire headlight and close the car hood. Any alignment of the headlight should be checked and ought to be adjusted by a dealer service department or a service station at the earliest occasion. For removal of the housing and its installation in the early models first remove the bulb and the wiring of the housing followed by the removal of the clips that hold the housing in position as it is taken out from the grille opening panel. In latter models you should release the headlight housing retainers, pop out the headlight and remove the electrical connectors. Removal is the reverse of installation and it is advised to check the headlight alignment.

First of all, open the hood and disconnect the negative cable from the battery. Proceed to reach behind the headlight assembly and then unplug the electrical connector, employing a screwdriver to hold the clip out of the way. Also, you will be required to grasp the bulb holder and turn it counterclockwise to remove it. Lifting the holder assembly out is necessary to access the bulb. Push in and rotate bulb counterclockwise to remove it. To install it into your holder rotate it clockwise. Have your bulb holder installed in a headlight assembly.

First of all, open the hood and disconnect the negative cable from the battery. Proceed to reach behind the headlight assembly and then unplug the electrical connector, employing a screwdriver to hold the clip out of the way. Also, you will be required to grasp the bulb holder and turn it counterclockwise to remove it. Lifting the holder assembly out is necessary to access the bulb. Push in and rotate bulb counterclockwise to remove it. To install it into your holder rotate it clockwise. Have your bulb holder installed in a headlight assembly.

The instrument cluster and trim panel need to be removed in order to access the instrument panel bulbs. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Once the instrument cluster is removed, take out the two screws holding the lower access panel to reach the cluster bulbs. To get to the instrument cluster indicator bulbs, remove the clutch trim panel.

Install the protective rubber boot on the headlight assembly.

Installation is the reverse of removal.

Pry or slide the light assembly from the liftgate, remove the bulb socket by turning it counterclockwise, and replace the bulb. Reassemble following the reverse of removal.

Rotate the headlight bulb retaining ring counterclockwise and pull out the bulb socket. To remove the headlight bulb from the headlight housing, turn it counterclockwise and pull it out. On 2011 and later models, remove the headlight bulb by twisting it a small amount counterclockwise. Remove the park/turn bulb and the side marker light in the same manner.

Remove the instrument cluster. Remove the protective cover from the backside of the instrument cluster by removing seven screws and carefully pulling off the cover. To remove an instrument cluster light bulb socket, turn it counterclockwise and pull it out of the cluster. Use needle-nose pliers if necessary. To install an instrument cluster light bulb socket, insert it into the cluster and turn it clockwise until it stops. Install the protective cover on the backside of the cluster. Install the instrument cluster.

To access the left (driver's side) high-beam or low-beam bulb on four-cylinder and 3.0L V6 models, remove the air filter housing.

Remove the upper radiator cover.

Always ensure that the new bulb is of the correct rating and that it is completely clean before installing it, especially for headlight/foglight bulbs.

To replace a headlight bulb, depress the release tab and pull off the electrical connector. Then, rotate the bulb holder counterclockwise. Note: If you're simply removing the headlight bulb assembly to remove the headlight housing, it's not necessary to disconnect the electrical connector.

No, the light emitting diodes (LEDs) are an integral part of the housing and not separately serviceable.

Some models use High Intensity Discharge (HID) bulbs instead of conventional halogen bulbs. According to the manufacturer, the high voltages produced by this system can be fatal in the event of a shock. Also, the voltage can remain in the circuit even after the headlight switch has been turned to OFF and the ignition key has been removed.

Make sure that the headlight switch and the ignition switch are both turned off, then open the hood.

Disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal.

Remove the assembly by pulling it to the rear, disengaging the locator pins, and then rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it. Replace the bulb by pulling it straight out and pushing the new one in. Reassemble the assembly.