Ford Tail Light

• Ford has an in-house parts manufacturing arm registered under the name Motorcraft.
• Ford has roughly around 20 parts and service providers within its Aligned Business Framework (ABF) and a network of more than 100 OEM suppliers.
• Hella is a German parts manufacturer that’s responsible for supplying Ford with automotive lighting systems such as headlights and tail lights.
• There’s confusion when it comes to true OEM and OE replacement parts, mostly about reliability and quality.

Ford is one of the most celebrated car manufacturers throughout the history of automobiles. It is, without a doubt, one of the greatest that America has to offer. What started as a humble company in Detroit, Michigan now holds some of the most iconic nameplates in the market, including the Mustang, F-Series trucks, Bronco, and the GT.

Up to this day, many old Ford vehicles are still being used by owners who’ll do anything to keep their cars alive and running. Fortunately, there are parts manufacturers that make OEM-quality replacement parts at highly competitive prices. Among the most replaced parts in old and relatively new vehicles is the tail light assembly.

Ford has an in-house parts manufacturing arm registered under the name Motorcraft. On top of that, the Blue Oval has roughly around 20 parts and service providers within its Aligned Business Framework (ABF).

However, it wouldn’t be a good business for Ford if not because of its network of over a hundred parts suppliers that supply it with various parts for its production vehicles. One of these is Hella, which Ford identified as a strategic supplier in 2005. Hella is a German parts manufacturer that’s responsible for supplying Ford with automotive lighting systems such as headlights and tail lights.

There’s confusion when it comes to true OEM and OE replacement parts, mostly about reliability and quality. Despite the different labels to differentiate a considerably more expensive option from the third-party product, both function the same. This is because OE replacement parts are direct copies of their respective genuine counterpart, which are carefully studied and analyzed.

However, aftermarket parts like an OE Ford tail light replacement offer a wide choice in terms of design, which can improve your vehicle’s looks. Different tail light housing finishes and lens colors are just two of the flexible offering of aftermarket tail lights. In addition, the price difference and quantity in the market are often what make OE replacement parts easily accessible.

OEM are parts that come directly from brands contracted by a car manufacturer, while OE replacement parts are from third-party manufacturers. OEM parts are usually more expensive compared to OE replacement parts but not all the time. Both are pledged to perform with the same reliability and quality. In summary, OEM parts are limited to one registered supplier, whereas OE replacement parts are made by multiple parts manufacturers.

OE Ford tail light replacements cover a vast range of assemblies for all Ford models, old and new. To search for the tail light that fits your Ford vehicle, indicate the year and model in the filter tab. You may further narrow down the list by selecting your preferred brand, series, color finish, and recommended use on the left-hand side of the products page.

OE Ford tail light replacements on CarParts.com ranges from $7 to $910. Keep in mind that this price range covers all tail light assemblies for all Ford models, passenger cars to trucks. They are sold individually, in sets, or as part of a kit.
 

Road visibility is important for your safety as well as that of the other drivers with whom you share the road, which is why you should routinely check your Ford tail light set, especially before setting out on a long trip in your vehicle. The Ford tail light set gives off a red glow indicating to drivers behind you that you're at, or coming to, a full stop or slowing down. When there is a hazardous road condition ahead, your Ford tail light set warns other motorists that the vehicle in front of them is observing a cause for caution, and so should they. Many pile-ups have been avoided due to other drivers seeing taillights being activated by their drivers, signaling a reason to slow down and proceed with caution. Hazardous conditions can arise at anytime, whether they be weather or traffic related, requiring a functioning Ford tail light set on your vehicle at all times. Driving without a Ford tail light set isn't only dangerous, but illegal during the day and night. So if you've inspected your Ford tail light set and realized that they're not functioning properly, first check your fuse box to make sure that their malfunctioning isn't attributed to a blown fuse. If the fuse is fine, then you probably need to order Ford tail light parts, such as bulbs or, in the case of a broken housing that may have allowed water to leak in and blow the bulb, you may need a replacement unit. You'll find just what you need in our efficient and well-organized online catalog, and when you're ready to order your Ford tail light parts or replacements, you can visit our securely encrypted ordering site. If you prefer to order by telephone, our toll-free number is available to you, as are our helpful customer service specialists, who are ready to take your Ford tail light set order and to answer any product questions you may have. Ensure your road visibility today by ordering your Ford tail light set with us.

Taillight removal can get cumbersome, even when dealt with by expert Ford mechanics. The reason for this negative sentiment over what's supposed to be a routine process is the difficulty of not breaking the plastic pegs that hold the taillight assembly together and in place. If only they used sturdier screws or tougher fasteners, then it wouldn't be as much as an issue.

Difficulty Level:Easy

What You'll Need

• Phillips screwdriver
• Replacement bulb
• Socket wrench set
• Torx screwdriver (optional)

Step 1:From behind the taillight you wish to repair (which could be the one on the driver's side or the passenger's side as well as both) there's a panel that you should locate and access by popping the trunk of your Ford vehicle.

Step 2:With a Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the two screws that are fastening the panel into your automobile. Get a safe place to set aside the screws so you won't lose them. After screw removal, the panel will pull straight off without much resistance.

Step 3:Search for the plastic pins and the spring assembly that are holding your taillight setup into place. Stand behind your Ford with the taillight directly upfront in order to find the pins from that specific position.

Step 4:Pull the taillight directly towards the car's rear passenger seat by bending over and looking into the hole left by the removed panel. The plastic pins are on the left side if you're replacing driver's side tail lights and vice-versa for passenger side tail lights.

Step 5:Pull the right side of the driver's side taillight or the left side of the passenger side taillight slowly before gently twisting it till it slips off of the plastic pegs altogether. Remember to be methodical in your removal.

Step 6:Regardless of whether you're working on the driver's or passenger taillight, expect a spring bracket to pull out of the panel hole when all is said and done (which you also have to extract as carefully as possible).

Step 7:While the wires are still attached to it, hold the taillight assembly in your hand. At this point, inspect it and replace any broken plastic parts with your taillight replacement kit. Taillight bulb replacement requires you to twist or unscrew the old bulb to the left.

Step 8:As the pressure is released, the bulb will pop out and allow you to put in a new taillight bulb in its place. Put the new bulb into position and push it down slightly, twisting it to the right this time to screw it in tightly.

Step 9:When it comes to placing back the tail light assembly into your Ford, you need to hold it at a slight angle to allow you to insert it back unto the pair of plastic pins.

Step 10:Push the assembly gently and twist it slightly until the spring clip slips back into the hole. Then, snap everything back into position by pushing firmly. Put the panel back and screw it on properly to finish the job.

When getting a replacement tail light, always remember that the one for the passenger's side is different from the one on the driver's side and they shouldn't be confused with one another. You should also make certain that the bulb is included in the kit if you're in need of a new bulb as well, since there are times when bulbs are sold separately, much to your own inconvenience.