Looking for a 2009–2014 Ford F-150 bulb size? This guide helps you identify common headlight, fog light, tail light, interior light, cargo light, and license plate bulb locations before ordering a replacement.
Here is the part that matters: lighting equipment can vary by model year, trim, and factory headlamp configuration. Use the chart as a practical starting point, then match the replacement bulb to the marking on the removed bulb and the lamp assembly on your truck.
Many 2009–2014 F-150 trucks use an H13/9008 halogen headlight bulb and a 9140 fog light bulb. However, some factory headlamp configurations differ. Check the original bulb and lamp assembly before purchasing LED replacements.
2009–2014 F-150 Bulb Size Chart
| Lamp location | Common reference | Before ordering |
|---|---|---|
| Headlight, halogen high/low beam | H13 / 9008 | Applies to trucks equipped with the matching halogen headlamp assembly. Check for a factory HID setup before ordering. |
| Headlight, HID-equipped applications | Configuration-specific | Do not order an H13 replacement until you identify the installed headlamp system. A 2014 F-150 owner’s manual lists D3S for HID-equipped headlamps. |
| Fog light | 9140 / H10 | Match the bulb base and connector on your truck before purchase. |
| Front park/turn signal | Configuration-specific | Check the original bulb marking. The front turn and parking lamp may share a bulb location. |
| Front side marker | Configuration-specific | Do not assume a bulb number from another F-150 year or trim. |
| Rear tail, stop, turn, and side marker lamps | Configuration-specific | These functions may share a rear lamp assembly. Match the original bulb and rear lamp configuration. |
| Reverse light | Configuration-specific | Check the removed bulb before ordering. Do not use the cargo-lamp bulb number as a substitute. |
| High-mount brake lamp / cargo lamp | 912 on selected applications | Confirm the individual socket and lens location because the third brake light and cargo lamps serve different functions. |
| License plate lamp | 194 on selected applications | Check the bulb marking and socket condition before fitting an LED replacement. |
| Rear dome / courtesy lamp | 578 on selected applications | Measure the removed festoon bulb and compare the end-cap style before ordering. |
F-150 Headlight Bulb Size: H13 / 9008 for Halogen Applications
For many 2009–2014 Ford F-150 trucks with factory halogen headlamps, the headlight bulb size is H13, also sold as 9008. This is a dual-filament bulb used for high- and low-beam operation in the same headlamp position.
Do not treat H13/9008 as a blanket answer for every truck in this generation. Factory HID-equipped applications use a different lighting system. For example, Ford’s 2014 owner information lists H13/9008 for halogen headlamps and D3S for HID-equipped headlamps. Check the lamp assembly before buying bulbs or opening the headlight housing.
If your truck uses the matching H13/9008 halogen setup, browse H13/9008 LED forward lighting bulbs. Match the selected bulb to your vehicle before installation.
Before replacing F-150 headlight bulbs
- Turn the headlamp switch off and allow the lamp area to cool.
- Read the marking on the removed bulb and compare the connector shape.
- Check whether the truck has halogen or HID headlamp equipment.
- After installation, test low beam, high beam, and the beam pattern against a wall at a safe distance.
- Make sure the rear dust cover, wiring, and bulb retention method are not under tension.
Take a minute before closing the headlamp housing. An LED bulb that is not fully seated can affect the beam pattern and may create glare for other drivers.
2009–2014 F-150 Fog Light Bulb Size
The commonly referenced fog light bulb size for this F-150 generation is 9140, also called H10. Ford lists 9140 for the fog lamp position in its 2014 F-150 owner information. Because lighting components can vary, match the bulb base and connector on your truck before ordering.
For trucks using the matching fog light configuration, see 9140 / H10 LED fog light bulbs. A correct bulb size is only one part of the job. Check socket condition, lamp housing clearance, and final light output after installation.
9140, H10, and similar-looking fog light bulbs
Bulb labels can be confusing because some applications use similar connectors or are sold under multiple catalog names. The safe approach is to use the original bulb marking, the vehicle’s lamp assembly, and the replacement product’s application information together. Two similar-looking bulbs are not automatically interchangeable.
Tail Light, Brake Light, Turn Signal, and Reverse Light Bulbs
Rear lighting is where many bulb charts become too broad. On an F-150, the tail lamp assembly can combine stop, turn, tail, and side-marker functions, while the reverse lamp and high-mount cargo lamp are separate locations. That means one bulb number should not be copied across every rear position.
If you are replacing a rear bulb, remove the correct bulb from the lamp assembly first. Read the trade number stamped on the base, note the number of contacts, and compare the bulb shape before ordering. This helps prevent a common mistake: installing a bulb intended for a cargo lamp or marker lamp in a brake, tail, or reverse-light position.
Rear lamp replacement checklist
- Identify the exact failed function: tail, brake, turn, reverse, cargo, or license plate light.
- Check whether the lamp shares a filament or circuit with another function.
- Inspect the socket for corrosion, heat damage, or loose terminals.
- Install the bulb without forcing the base or twisting the socket under load.
- Test every rear function with the truck parked safely before driving.
Interior, Cargo, and License Plate Light Bulbs
Interior and exterior auxiliary lights are often smaller bulbs, but they still need to match the correct socket and physical length. The rear dome or courtesy lamp may use a festoon-style bulb, while map, license plate, cargo, and marker lamps can use wedge-style bulbs. Check the original part rather than relying only on a chart from a different trim.
For license plate lighting, select an LED replacement only after matching the original bulb and socket. A loose wedge bulb, damaged contact, or incorrectly seated LED can cause intermittent operation even when the bulb itself is new.
How to Check Your F-150 Bulb Size Before Ordering
- Identify the lamp position. Start with the specific function you need to replace, not a general search for “F-150 bulbs.”
- Check the factory equipment. Headlamp type and trim equipment can change the correct replacement.
- Read the removed bulb. The marking on the original bulb is the most useful starting point for the socket you are servicing.
- Compare the replacement connection. Confirm the base, connector, physical size, and clearance before installing an LED bulb.
- Test the finished installation. Check every relevant function, secure the dust cover or socket, and inspect the beam pattern where applicable.
Choosing LED Bulbs for a 2009–2014 F-150
LED replacements can be a practical choice when the correct bulb type, mounting position, and lamp housing are matched. The result depends on more than brightness claims. Bulb orientation, heat dissipation, housing optics, socket condition, and wiring condition all affect how the lamp performs once installed.
For headlights, focus on correct fitment and a controlled beam pattern. For fog lights, focus on the correct bulb base and secure mounting. For smaller bulbs such as license plate or interior lights, make sure the replacement sits firmly in the socket and works correctly after installation.
Review local road-use and lighting requirements before modifying exterior lighting. A mechanically compatible bulb is not automatically appropriate for every on-road application.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the headlight bulb size for a 2009–2014 Ford F-150?
Many trucks with factory halogen headlamps use an H13 / 9008 bulb. Some factory headlamp configurations differ, so check the lamp assembly and the original bulb before ordering.
What is the 2014 F-150 fog light bulb size?
The commonly referenced 2014 F-150 fog light bulb size is 9140, also called H10. Match the bulb base and connector on your truck before purchasing a replacement.
Can I use H13 / 9008 bulbs in every 2009–2014 F-150?
No. H13 / 9008 applies to matching halogen headlamp systems. Do not use it as a universal replacement for trucks equipped with a different factory headlamp configuration.
Why should I check the original bulb before buying an LED replacement?
Different lamp positions can use different bases, contact layouts, bulb lengths, and housing clearances. Checking the original bulb helps you match the replacement to the actual lamp assembly on your truck.
Are tail light, brake light, and turn signal bulbs always the same on an F-150?
Not always. These functions may share a rear lamp assembly, but the correct bulb depends on the model year, lamp configuration, and the specific socket being serviced. Remove and identify the original bulb before ordering.
What should I test after replacing an F-150 bulb?
Test the repaired lamp and every related function. For headlights, check low beam, high beam, and beam pattern. For rear lamps, check tail, brake, turn, reverse, cargo, and license plate functions as applicable.
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