How to Replace Headlight 01-04 Ford Escape

Difficulty: Intermediate · About 60 min · Ford Escape

Replace a headlight bulb or the full headlight assembly, including removing the front bumper, on a 2001-2004 Ford Escape.

Steps

1. Swap just the headlight bulbs

   Pop and secure the hood, reach behind the assembly to remove the rubber boot and retaining wire, remove the bulb and unplug the harness, then reverse to install the new ones.

2. Remove the front bumper cover

   Remove it with a 10mm socket and ratchet, disconnect the fog lights if equipped, then set the cover aside.

3. Remove the headlight assembly

   Remove its four 10mm bolts, then unplug the bulbs and harness.

4. Install the new headlight assembly

   Plug in the bulbs and harness, then bolt it in with the 10mm socket.

5. Install the bumper cover

   Plug the fog lights back in if equipped, then secure the cover with all its push clips and bolts.

Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.