Rear Dome Lamp (Wagon Only); Headlamp Condensation; Replacing Exterior Bulbs; Using The Right Bulbs - Ford Taurus 2005 Owner's Manual

Lights

Rear dome lamp (wagon only)

The dome lamp lights when:
• any door is opened with the
control in the middle position.
• the instrument panel dimmer
switch is held up until the
courtesy lamps come on.
• any of the remote entry controls
are pressed and the ignition is
OFF.
• the lamp control is moved to the passenger side position.
With the ignition key in the ACCESSORY or ON position, the rear dome
lamp can be turned ON or OFF by sliding the control.
BULBS

Headlamp Condensation

The headlamps are vented to equalize pressure. When moist air enters
the headlamp(s) through the vents, there is a possibility that
condensation can occur. This condensation is normal and will clear
within 45 minutes of headlamp operation.

Replacing exterior bulbs

Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.

Using the right bulbs

Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs
must be marked with an authorized "D.O.T." for North America and an
"E" for Europe to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern
and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly
or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn
time.
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2005 Taurus (tau), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002),
Market: USA_English (fus)