Replacing The Interior Bulbs; Replacing Exterior Bulbs; Replacing Headlamp (Low Beam) Bulbs; Replacing Headlamp (High Beam) Bulbs - Ford 2008 Taurus Owner's Manual

Function
Fog lamp (if equipped)
Map lamp
Dome/reading lamps
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer.

Replacing the interior bulbs

Check the operation of all bulbs frequently.

Replacing exterior bulbs

Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.

Replacing headlamp (low beam) bulbs

1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the OFF position, then open the
hood.
2. Reach in behind the headlamp assembly to access the bulbs and
connectors.
3. Remove the outboard rubber boot
from the lamp assembly by pulling
rearward.
4. Remove the bulb socket by
turning it counterclockwise and
pulling it straight out.
Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of
children's reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do
not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to
break the next time the headlamps are operated.
Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order.

Replacing headlamp (high beam) bulbs

1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the OFF position, then open the
hood.
2008 Taurus (500)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA (fus)
Number of bulbs
2
2
3
Lights
Trade
number
H11
12V6W
578
87