To replace a buld,the complete lamp assembly has to be removed.You have to remove the screws on both ends of the radiator grille and pull out the grille.Using a screwdriver remove two screws,one on the top and one on the side.There is a 3rd screw that you only loosen.The screws are not interchangeable and must be replaced to the appropriate location.Carefully pull out lamp assembly and disconnect the wiring connector.Opening the headlamp assembly:Release the wire clip on the rear of the headlamp assembly and remove the cover.For your low beam:turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and replace it.Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.You do the same for the high beam.To reinstall there is a thing called a locator pin that gos inside a bushing in the fender.Install in the reverse order of removal.Remembering ( the screws are not interchangeable )
The evaporator emission system control valve on the 1996 Mercury Cougar is located on the left side of the car. It is in the passenger side headlight area.
On a 2000 Mercury Cougar the windshield washer fluid reservoir is at the front of the engine compartment , near the passenger side headlight
It is possible that the headlight door wiring is degraded to the point of not working. After nearly 50 years, it could be time to replace the wiring harness.
It's grounded on the front of the Mercury Cougar frame next to the headlight assembly.
look under the hood by the passenger side headlight and by the washer fluid reservoir. you shoud see a plug around there.
On a 2001 Mercury Cougar : Turn your low beam headlights on and then pull the headlight control towards you ( push in to turn foglights off )
The Mercury Cougar blower motor is located on the firewall in the engine compartment. The blower motor can be seen on the passenger side of the firewall.
Pull the headlight switch towards you.
Check for a blown fuse.
you have to unlock the passenger door from the outside with the key
on the bottom of the rad on the passenger side
On a 1999 Mercury Cougar : In the passenger compartment fuse panel : ( # 27 ) is a blue color 15 amp fuse for the cigarette lighter Helpfull