1997 Ford Escort Tail Light Lens Removal Fix

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JRAUTO2
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What is the secret to removing the tail light lense to replace a bulb in a 1997 Escort?
Nov 26, 2006 at 5:15 AM
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BACKYARDMECHANIC
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You don't mention if your car is a hatchback or sedan but either way you have to open the truck or hatchback to gain access to the lens cover screws. Remove the screws and then the lens. Next remove the socket from the lens and then remove the bulb. Replace bulb and reverse the above mentioned.
Hope this helps. Backyard mechanic
Nov 27, 2006 at 5:45 AM

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Open the trunk or hatch to reach the tail light lens screws. Remove the screws and lens, pull the socket from the lens, replace the bulb, and reinstall in reverse.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1997 Ford Escort asked how to remove the tail light lens to replace a bulb. The expert said to open the trunk or hatch, remove the lens cover screws and lens, then remove the socket and bulb, and reverse the steps to reinstall.

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