Replace the taillight bulbs in your Sport Trac so others can better see you on the road.
The Ford Explorer Sport Trac is a compact pickup/SUV based on the Explorer platform. The taillights are on the rear of the truck and consist of a plastic taillight assembly and several bulbs that install into the rear of the housing. You must remove the assembly to access the bulbs in it and removal requires just two screwdrivers. The taillight and brake light on your Sport Trac share a dual filament 3157 bulb that is available at any auto parts store.
Instructions
1. Verify that the headlight switch in the cab of your Sport Trac is off, then move to the back of the truck and lower the tailgate, exposing the three rubber plugs on the inner edge of the bed near the taillight.
2. Pry the three rubber plugs out of the body using a small, flat screwdriver, exposing the screws underneath them. Set the runner plugs aside; you will need them during reassembly.
3. Remove the three screws that retain the taillight assembly using a Phillips screwdriver. Grasp the taillight assembly and pull it straight back from the truck. Locate the bulb socket on the rear of the assembly, turn it counter-clockwise to unlock it then remove the socket and bulb from the assembly.
4. Pull the 3157 bulb out of the housing and discard it. Install a new 3157 bulb into the taillight socket, install the bulb and socket into the rear of the assembly then turn it clockwise to lock it in place.
5. Position the taillight assembly against the back of the truck and slide it into the opening. Install the three retaining screws with a Phillips screwdriver then install the three rubber plugs over the screws. Close the tailgate and turn on the headlight switch to verify that the taillight is working.
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