Dorman - HELP Headlight Bulb Retainer P/N:42420
Keep your headlight bulb locked securely in place with the Dorman - HELP Headlight Bulb Retainer 42111, a direct-fit replacement for the clip that holds the bulb to the housing. It drops in for a wide range of Ford, Lincoln and Mercury applications, including the 1998-2011 Ford Crown Victoria, 1997-2003 Ford Escort, 2002-2010 Ford Explorer, 2000-2004 Ford F-150, 2001-2011 Ford Ranger, 1998-2002 Lincoln Navigator and 1998-2005 Mercury Grand Marquis — see the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list. It is cataloged for the left or right headlight position.
A cracked or missing retainer can let the bulb shift or vibrate loose, causing a flickering or misaimed beam. If a failed retainer is the cause, this part secures the bulb back in its correct position.
Interchange: F4DZ13N019A
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
What does this part do?
It is the clip that holds the headlight bulb securely in its housing, keeping the bulb from shifting or vibrating loose so the beam stays properly aimed.
Will this fit my vehicle?
It is a direct-fit replacement for many Ford, Lincoln and Mercury models from the mid-1990s onward. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section to confirm your exact year, make and model.
Is this for the left or right side?
It is cataloged for the left or right headlight position. Confirm the side you need against the "Vehicles it fits" section for your vehicle.
What number does this retainer replace?
It cross-references interchange number F4DZ13N019A.
When should I replace the headlight bulb retainer?
Consider replacing it if the original is cracked, worn, or missing, or if the bulb shifts and the beam flickers or is misaimed because the clip no longer holds it firmly.
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WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.