The number plate lights are probably covered by a fuse which covers a lot of items and they are not listed individually. Fuse No 1 in the end of dash panel fuses covers the lighting switch, but if all the other lights are working the fuse must be OK.
Q. How do you change a license plate light on a 2005 Ford Escape?
How to Change the License Plate Light on a Ford Escape
Table of Contents
- Q. How do you change a license plate light on a 2005 Ford Escape?
- Q. How do you change a license plate light on a Ford Escape?
- Q. Where is the fuse located for the license plate light?
- Q. Where is the fuse for the tag light?
- Q. Why are my tag lights not working?
- Q. Are blue LED tag lights illegal?
- Q. How do you install a tag light?
- Remove the Light Assembly. Open the hatch door about halfway so that you are staring at the license plate lights; (see the photo above).
- Remove the Light Bulb. Now that the lens assembly is loose, remove the bulb socket by twisting it.
- Reassemble the Lighting Unit.
Q. How do you change a license plate light on a Ford Escape?
Ford Escape: Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
- Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position.
- Press the lever and carefully pry the license plate lamp assembly (located above the license plate) from the liftgate.
- Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly.
Q. Where is the fuse located for the license plate light?
It is often located in the power center in the engine compartment, but may also be in the fuse panel under the dash. If the fuse has blown, replace it with a new fuse (same amp rating) and try again. The first, and easiest, component to check is the headlight fuse.
Q. Where is the fuse for the tag light?
The fuse labeled REAR PARK LP 15A in the right instrument panel fuse box powers the rear park lamps, and the tag lamps. If your rear park lamps are working then you most likely need to replace the tag lamps (bulbs).
Q. Why are my tag lights not working?
The most obvious signal that there is a problem with the license plate light is when the lamp is not lit when you turn the headlights on. This could either be a problem with a relay switch, a loose connection or the license plate light has burnt out and needs to be replaced.
Q. Are blue LED tag lights illegal?
Blue lights are strictly prohibited. Make sure only red light is visible from the back of your car. Your license plate lights need to always be white. Amber flashing lights are allowed for emergency use.
Q. How do you install a tag light?
How to Install a License Plate Light:
- Step 1: Buy New License Plate Lights.
- Step 2: Use a flat screwdriver to remove the license plate housing cover.
- Step 3: Remove the bulb housing gently and unscrew the stock bulb.
- Step 4: Screw your new LED light securely where the old one used to be and place it back in the housing.
