Maintenance

Bulb Replacement. Bulb Specification Table

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Introduction — 1Quick Reference — 1Child restraint systems — 1Seat belts — 1Supplemental Restraint System. Function Description. Driver Airbag. Passenger Airbag — 1Supplemental Restraint System. Occupant Classification System. Side Airbags. Driver and Passenger Knee Airbag — 1Restraint System. Side Airbags - Coupe. Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator — 1Pedestrian Protection — 1Keys and remote transmitters — 1MyKey™ — 1Doors and Locks. Locking and Unlocking — 1Doors and Locks. Keyless Entry — 1Safety — 1Steering wheel — 1Wiper/Washer System — 1Lighting — 1Windows and Mirrors — 1Instrument cluster. Displays — 1Instrument cluster. Warning lights and displays. Audible warnings and messages — 1Information Displays — 1Air conditioning — 5Seats — 1Auxiliary Power Outlets — 1Storage Area — 1Starting the Engine. General Information. Keyless Start System. Steering Wheel Lock — 1Starting the Engine. Starting the Gasoline Engine — 1Starting the Engine. Engine Block Heater — 1Fuel and Refueling. Safety Information. Fuel Quality — 1Fuel and Refueling. Running the Fuel System Dry — 1Fuel and Refueling. Catalytic Converter. Refueling. Fuel Consumption — 1Transmission — 1Rear axle — 1Brakes — 1Traction Control — 1Stability Control — 1Parking Aid. Function Description. Rear Parking Aid — 1Parking Assist. Rear View Camera — 1Cruise control — 1Driver Assistance — 1Carrying Cargo — 1Towing — 1Convertible Top — 1Driving Notes — 1Emergency equipment. Hazard warning lights. Fuel shut-off — 1Emergency equipment. Jump-starting the vehicle — 1Emergency Equipment. Accident Notification System. Transporting the Vehicle. Towing Points — 1Fuses — 1Maintenance — 12Vehicle Care. Exterior Cleaning — 1Vehicle Care. Interior Cleaning — 1Vehicle care. Cleaning leather seats. Repairing minor paint damage. Cleaning alloy wheels. Cleaning the convertible top. — 1Wheels and tires — 10Technical data — 1Audio System. General Information. Audio Unit - Vehicles Equipped with Premium AM/FM/CD. Digital Broadcasting — 1Audio System. USB Port — 1SYNC™ 3 — 14Appendices. Electromagnetic Compatibility — 1Appendix. License Agreement — 1Appendix. Type Approvals — 1
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Replacing bulbs on the Ford Mustang (VI Gen) requires careful procedures. This section provides a complete overview of front headlamps, fog lamps, and LED components. Step-by-step instructions, including warnings and tool tips, make maintenance easier. A table also helps you quickly find the correct bulb specification.

Bulb Replacement

WARNINGS

Turn off the lights and the ignition. Otherwise, serious injury may result.

Bulbs become hot during use. Allow them to cool before removing them.

Use only bulbs of the correct specification. See the Bulb Specification Table.

The following procedures describe bulb removal. Installation is the reverse of removal unless otherwise specified.

Headlights

A High Beam and Low Beam.

Front Park Lamp

1. Remove the three fender liner retainers.

2. Remove the outer retainer of the lower engine cover.

3. Pull the fender liner back toward the tire to access the bulb.

4. Pull the bulb socket straight out.

5. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.

Low Beam and High Beam

Your vehicle is equipped with high-intensity discharge (HID) headlamps.

These lamps operate on high voltage. If a fault occurs, see an authorized dealer.

Front Turn Signal Lamp

  1. Reinstall the fender liner. See Front Park Lamp.
  2. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it.
  4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.

Daytime Running Lamp

Note: Do not touch the glass of the bulb.

1. Reinstall the fender liner. See Front Park Lamp.

2. Disconnect the electrical connector.

3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it.

Note: The bulb cannot be separated from the socket.

Fog Lights

Note: Do not touch the glass of the bulb.

1. Reinstall the fender liner. See Front Park Lamp.

2. Disconnect the electrical connector.

3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it.

Note: The bulb cannot be separated from the socket.

LED Lamps

LED lamps cannot be serviced. If a fault occurs, see an authorized dealer.

The following lamps are LEDs:

  • Tail lamp.
  • Brake lamp.
  • Center high-mounted stop lamp.
  • Rear turn signal lamp.
  • License plate lamp.

Back-Up Lamp

  1. The back-up lamp bulb is located under the rear bumper of your vehicle. To access the bulb, reach behind the bumper.
  2. Disconnect the electrical connector.

3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it.

4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.

Rear Fog Lamp

  1. The rear fog lamp bulb is located under the rear bumper of your vehicle.
To access the bulb, reach behind the bumper.
  • Disconnect the electrical connector.
  • 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it.

    4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.

    Bulb Specification Table

    Exterior lights

    Note: LED lamps cannot be serviced. If a fault occurs, see an authorized dealer.

    Interior Lamps

    The instructions for replacing bulbs on the Ford Mustang (VI generation, 2014–2023) place great emphasis on safety and precision. The 2014–2023 Ford Mustang provides clear guidance on proper handling to avoid injury and damage to vehicle components. Using bulbs of the correct specification is essential for optimal function and service life.

    The danger from high voltage in gas discharge lamps is especially emphasized, as is the importance of having LED lights serviced only by a specialist. The Ford Mustang VI generation shows its technical maturity and high standards of safety and responsibility here.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    May I replace the gas discharge lamps myself?

    No. Because of the high voltage, this work must only be carried out by a qualified workshop.

    Why may LED lights not be replaced by the owner?

    LED lights are integrated into the component and require specialist knowledge and special tools to replace.

    Test yourself

    A quick Ford Mustang quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.