2007 Ford Focus headlight removal (Bonus: LED install)

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3 жыл бұрын

In this first attempt on a KZfaq video, I demonstrate the steps missing from the owners manual to successfully release the headlights to allow for swapping bulbs and such. The vehicle in the demonstration is a euro spec 2007 Ford Focus (Pre-facelift Mk II or "DA3" bodystyle).
Osram LEDriving:
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@mt-mg7tt 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Yours is the ONLY video I have seen that mentions both clips!. Before I saw this, I wasted an hour trying to get the housing out, during which time the service station (garage) I was at, closed for the night. The failure to mention these clips in the owner's manual is idiotic. Headlamps replacement should be quick and easy to do for convenience and safety. Ford screwed up badly with this [that is, with the instructions. The job itself is quick IF you know how].

@carlscars2687 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear that I could be of help! 😊

@colinhunter750 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video, thanks. Spent 25 mins swearing and getting nowhere. Watched this and had both indicator bulbs changed in about 6 .

@carlscars2687 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped! :)

@JDMB001 3 жыл бұрын

Great video ! Wouldn't have known about those clips. Also, I like your tip to replace both headlights for consistency - thanks

@carlscars2687 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Much obliged. 🙂

@layneconnor3218 8 ай бұрын

I still do not see the clips

@stevenlangdon-griffiths293 2 жыл бұрын

You couldn’t see me applaud this video, very informative and easy to follow

@carlscars2687 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@curiosity2314 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing how differently they make them for Europe then the U.S.

@Preview43 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2003 CL Mk I. Seeing how easy YOUR lamps come out and go back in makes me want to tear up.

@carlscars2687 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, each car has its quirks, thats for sure.

@Al-mf4uo 6 ай бұрын

Great Video. Very informative and Helpful.

@vorlagh 2 жыл бұрын

Good job, I was successful with right headlight (passenger) but cant get out left one so searching online. Probably will try tomorrow with more power. Have 2008 mk II, 1.8.

@BoldfacedTony 2 жыл бұрын

Anyone tried installing a led strip where blinkers are?

@onlyme8870 6 ай бұрын

No 10mm bolts like on mine and have to remove bumper cover.

@jalleisko9876 2 жыл бұрын

I have problem with my headlights sudenly both dont work,maybe you can help my?? Thanks

@aubreypowell3950 Жыл бұрын

i cant find the clip closest to the side of the car

@TheMorticas 7 ай бұрын

Thank you!!!!!

@shafiqshafiq4990 3 жыл бұрын

I have 07focus. My driver side headlight need to replace. I opened 2 screw but it does not come out. One more bolt on the side. How I take that bolt out ,no idea.

@carlscars2687 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry for such a late answer. I've had to deal with some life stuff. But if yours is the same as mine, there should be only one torx and the clips.

@MzGold-xo2sz 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Carl can you please tell me if you know is replacing a 2009 Focus head light the same process?

@carlscars2687 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry, I wouldnt know.

@rubenfonseca7901 Жыл бұрын

Y is the key in the emblem

@sandertoniste2844 2 жыл бұрын

Could you please specify the exact type of Osram LEDs that you used? Loved to make that upgrade myself :)

@carlscars2687 2 жыл бұрын

They are just called LEDriving I think. Heres a link: www.osram.com/ecat/LEDriving%20HL%20H7%20Gen2-LEDriving%20HL-LED%20high%20and%20low%20beam%20lamps-Car%20lighting-Automotive/com/en/GPS01_3143582/ZMP_4059095/

@wideawake2462 2 жыл бұрын

I just clicked the link and ot states that they are not legal on public roads in any exterior application.. apparently making insurance and licence void 😲

@carlscars2687 2 жыл бұрын

Only in some markets. That's why I put a caption in the vid informing viewers to make sure they are aware of local laws and regulation.

@markiskool 2 жыл бұрын

Is this a US Ford Focus or an overseas one? I'm in the US and I do not have that orange stripe down the outside edge.

@carlscars2687 2 жыл бұрын

This is a euro spec Focus. I really couldn't tell you if theres much difference. Never laid my hands on a US spec one.

@randyc5650 Ай бұрын

@@carlscars2687 2006 US version has 3 bolts and the third one on the fender side requires you to take off the front cowl and the driver's side airbox to get to it. The US version has no clips and no cover on the back. It still uses the ring to replace the headlight lamp. Thanks for your video.

@bawzworkz5574 2 жыл бұрын

Don't the LED's cause dash errors?

@carlscars2687 2 жыл бұрын

No, at least not with this combo of Osram LED's and this model year / spec Focus.

@brak7878 Жыл бұрын

Those headlights are not for LED bulbs, they blind the eyes of oncoming and front drivers.These bulbs are for headlights with lenses, what you have done is very wrong. When you see the police, they will have you remove the lamps.

@carl626 Жыл бұрын

Not entirely true. Some places, they are illegal to use. But Osram LEDriving is designed for glow bulb replacement. Besides, he already points out you need to check you local regulations. Unless you are trying to say the entire world has the same traffic laws.

@tipoftheiceberg7034 Жыл бұрын

Awfully fucking complicated to change a lightbulb

@amypember3729 4 ай бұрын

it's a nightmare. The actual procedure of changing the bulb wasn't the issue for me, it was getting to it to change it. I tried to go from inside the cabin of car under steering wheel and I couldn't get my hand through the hole to pull bulb out. I forget who was eventually able to do it but I couldn't afford to pay shop to do it and I remember it was an ordeal.