Headlight Switch Bulb
10-16-2009, 09:08 PM
#1
Headlight Switch Bulb
Hey guys, I was wondering if I could get a point in the right direction.
I have a 2006 Ford Mustang GT.
The bulb for my head light switch went out. Now, I already know how to pull out the switch and gain access to the bulb itself. It's just that I couldn't find any part numbers off of it. Now my question, for anyone who's replaced theirs is, is the bulb available at, say, Autozone? Or is that a dealer visit?
I'd pull it out and go to the auto parts store, but it's already 10 and time for bed time. But I'm planning on doing my oil change tomorrow and would also like to get the bulb replaced. Anyone?
I have a 2006 Ford Mustang GT.
The bulb for my head light switch went out. Now, I already know how to pull out the switch and gain access to the bulb itself. It's just that I couldn't find any part numbers off of it. Now my question, for anyone who's replaced theirs is, is the bulb available at, say, Autozone? Or is that a dealer visit?
I'd pull it out and go to the auto parts store, but it's already 10 and time for bed time. But I'm planning on doing my oil change tomorrow and would also like to get the bulb replaced. Anyone?
10-17-2009, 10:20 AM
#4
6th Gear Member
Makes me miss the good 'ol days...
10-17-2009, 02:17 PM
#6
I went ahead and took it apart. Bulb is definately blown. Sorry for quality of photos, taken with cell phone camera.
I just now tried calling the local Ford dealership to ask about it, but either they're busy or seeing as it's a Saturday afternoon, are closed. I will probably swing by AutoZone and RadioShack just to see if they would carry it.
I just now tried calling the local Ford dealership to ask about it, but either they're busy or seeing as it's a Saturday afternoon, are closed. I will probably swing by AutoZone and RadioShack just to see if they would carry it.
10-17-2009, 02:43 PM
#7
6th Gear Member
Interesting. Is the bulb and socket 1 piece or can the bulb be removed? I have to admit I don't like how the plastic is discolored; evidence of some obvious heating. I'm thinking maybe the bulb was running hotter than normal and finally blew. I'd hate to think that ALL of our Stangs have bulbs/holders that look like that.
Hopefully we won't be part of some future recall for fires due to overheating indicator lamps.
Hopefully we won't be part of some future recall for fires due to overheating indicator lamps.
10-17-2009, 03:05 PM
#8
Nuke - Yeah, the bulb and socket are once piece. I've seen this style before, but on large Mack trucks, for dash lights. I've never seen one with this long of a socket, either. Plus, the Mack truck versions, the bulb and socket are two separate pieces, so you can replace the bulb and keep the socket. I'm heading to the auto parts store shortly, but doubt they'll carry it.