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May 4, 2008 | 03:04 PM

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How do I replace the third brake light bulb?

I have a '98 F-150 short bed, standard cab, 4 wheel drive, automatic transmission, 5.4 L engine. I am researching a brake light problem and need to verify that the third brake light is either burned out or not operating. The problem is that I can't figure out how to get to the bulb. Right off, I don't see any screws to remove etc. Any help is appreciated.

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May 4, 2008 | 03:55 PM

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there should be two screws, one on either side of the lens housing.

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May 4, 2008 | 04:16 PM

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Thanks for the information, I'm only blind in one eye. I just can't see out of the other one!!! I didn't realize there were 3 bulbs in there though!

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May 4, 2008 | 07:42 PM

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Well, there should be 4 if I remember correctly. One for each cargo light and two for the brake lights.

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May 4, 2008 | 07:42 PM

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And you're welcome, glad I could help! I have my moments too lol!

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May 4, 2008 | 08:20 PM

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Well, there should be 4 if I remember correctly. One for each cargo light and two for the brake lights.

Nope, only 3. Just re-bulbed ( is that a word?) mine last week.

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May 5, 2008 | 03:35 PM

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Just noticed mine was out. Guess its one more trip out today!!!

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