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2003 Ford Explorer Lighting Mods & Products

Full lineup of lighting upgrades for the 2003 Ford Explorer, with 51 compatible Amazon products across 6 upgrade types.

Headlight & Fog Light Bulbs

$8–$60 parts
DIY: "Effortless, just like flipping a switch." Popularity: 70%

OEM replacement bulb sizes for this vehicle's headlight Bulb High Beam: 9005. Always match the exact part number for a secure, reliable fit.

BEAMTECH 9005 LED Bulb, Fanless In Line HB3 Halogen Replacement 6500K Xenon White
BEAMTECH 9005 LED Bulb, Fanless In Line HB3 Halogen Replacement 6500K Xenon White
$39.99
 Combriller h10 LED Fog Light 6000K White H10 9145 9140 LED Fog Light Bulbs, 6000 Lumens Super Bright CSP LED Chips Fog Lamps Replacement for Trucks Cars Vehicles Non-polarity LED Fog Light Pack of 2
Combriller h10 LED Fog Light 6000K White H10 9145 9140 LED Fog Light Bulbs, 6000 Lumens Super Bright CSP LED Chips Fog Lamps Replacement for Trucks Cars Vehicles Non-polarity LED Fog Light Pack of 2
$19.94
 SYLVANIA 9005 XtraVision Halogen Headlight Bulb, (Contains 2 Bulbs)
SYLVANIA 9005 XtraVision Halogen Headlight Bulb, (Contains 2 Bulbs)
$20.75
 SYLVANIA - 9005 SilverStar Ultra - High Performance Halogen Headlight Bulb, High Beam, Low Beam and Fog Replacement Bulb, Brightest Downroad with Whiter Light, Tri-Band Technology (Contains 2 Bulbs)
SYLVANIA - 9005 SilverStar Ultra - High Performance Halogen Headlight Bulb, High Beam, Low Beam and Fog Replacement Bulb, Brightest Downroad with Whiter Light, Tri-Band Technology (Contains 2 Bulbs)
$44.75
 AUTOONE 9005 LED Headlight Bulbs Xenon White, 300% Brighter HB3 LED Headlight Bulbs Replacement for Halogen, Wireless Plug and Play Fanless 9005 LED Bulb for High Beam, Pack of 2
AUTOONE 9005 LED Headlight Bulbs Xenon White, 300% Brighter HB3 LED Headlight Bulbs Replacement for Halogen, Wireless Plug and Play Fanless 9005 LED Bulb for High Beam, Pack of 2
$33.99
 Marsauto 9006 LED Bulbs 8000LM 6000K, 300% Brightness, HB4 HB4U 9006XS LED Light Bulb, 12 CSP Chips Cool Bright, Pack of 2
Marsauto 9006 LED Bulbs 8000LM 6000K, 300% Brightness, HB4 HB4U 9006XS LED Light Bulb, 12 CSP Chips Cool Bright, Pack of 2
$32.99
 AUXITO 9005 LED Headlight Bulbs 12000LM Per Set 6500K Xenon White Mini Size HB3 Wireless Headlight Bulb, Pack of 2
AUXITO 9005 LED Headlight Bulbs 12000LM Per Set 6500K Xenon White Mini Size HB3 Wireless Headlight Bulb, Pack of 2
$31.99
 SEALIGHT 9006 LED Bulbs, HB4 LED Light with Brightness, Wider Driving Vision, Non-polarity and 6000K Xenon White, Pack of 2
SEALIGHT 9006 LED Bulbs, HB4 LED Light with Brightness, Wider Driving Vision, Non-polarity and 6000K Xenon White, Pack of 2
$27.79
 Torchbeam T2 9005/HB3 9006/HB4 LED Bulb Combo, 60W 16000 Lumens 6500K Super Bright Replacement Bulbs Kit, 400% Brightness, Canbus Ready, Plug and Play with Fan, Pack of 4
Torchbeam T2 9005/HB3 9006/HB4 LED Bulb Combo, 60W 16000 Lumens 6500K Super Bright Replacement Bulbs Kit, 400% Brightness, Canbus Ready, Plug and Play with Fan, Pack of 4
$69.99
 Marsauto 9005 LED Bulbs 6000K, 600% Brightness, HB3 LED Bulb Replacement for Halogen, 12 CSP Chips Cool Bright, Pack of 2
Marsauto 9005 LED Bulbs 6000K, 600% Brightness, HB3 LED Bulb Replacement for Halogen, 12 CSP Chips Cool Bright, Pack of 2
$33.99
 SEALIGHT H10/9145/9140 LED Fog Light Bulbs, 6000K Xenon White, 27 SMD Chips, 360-degree Illumination, Non-polarity, Pack of 2
SEALIGHT H10/9145/9140 LED Fog Light Bulbs, 6000K Xenon White, 27 SMD Chips, 360-degree Illumination, Non-polarity, Pack of 2
$20.99
 SEALIGHT 9007/HB5 LED Bulbs 100W Dual Hi/Lo Bulbs with 600% Brightness, Xenon White 10 Min Installation, Durable and Highly Adaptable, Pack of 2
SEALIGHT 9007/HB5 LED Bulbs 100W Dual Hi/Lo Bulbs with 600% Brightness, Xenon White 10 Min Installation, Durable and Highly Adaptable, Pack of 2
$45.99

Brake, Tail & Marker Bulbs

$8–$60 parts
DIY: "Effortless, just like flipping a switch." Popularity: 55%

OEM replacement bulb sizes for this vehicle's back Up Reverse Light Bulb, Brake Light Bulb, Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb, License Plate Light Bulb, Parking Light Bulb, Side Marker Light Bulb Front, Tail Light Bulb: 3156, 3157R, 2825, 98, 168, 917, 3157A. Always match the exact part number for a secure, reliable fit.

RUXIFEY LED License Plate Lights Tag Light Lamp Assembly Compatible with Ford F150 F250 F350 Super Duty Ranger Explorer Bronco Excursion Expedition, 6500K Black, Pack of 2
RUXIFEY LED License Plate Lights Tag Light Lamp Assembly Compatible with Ford F150 F250 F350 Super Duty Ranger Explorer Bronco Excursion Expedition, 6500K Black, Pack of 2
$12.99
 BEAMTECH 9005 LED Bulb, Fanless In Line HB3 Halogen Replacement 6500K Xenon White
BEAMTECH 9005 LED Bulb, Fanless In Line HB3 Halogen Replacement 6500K Xenon White
$39.99
 iBrightstar Extremely Bright 3030 Chipsets 168 175 194 2825 W5W T10 Wedge LED Bulbs for License Plate Interior Map Dome Trunk Lights, Xenon White
iBrightstar Extremely Bright 3030 Chipsets 168 175 194 2825 W5W T10 Wedge LED Bulbs for License Plate Interior Map Dome Trunk Lights, Xenon White
$12.99
 VIPMOTOZ Bright White SMD LED License Plate Light Compatible with Ford F150 F250 F350 Super Duty Ranger Pickup Explorer Bronco Excursion Expedition Rear Bumper Tag Lamp Housing Assembly Replacement
VIPMOTOZ Bright White SMD LED License Plate Light Compatible with Ford F150 F250 F350 Super Duty Ranger Pickup Explorer Bronco Excursion Expedition Rear Bumper Tag Lamp Housing Assembly Replacement
$11.99
 SYLVANIA 9005 XtraVision Halogen Headlight Bulb, (Contains 2 Bulbs)
SYLVANIA 9005 XtraVision Halogen Headlight Bulb, (Contains 2 Bulbs)
$20.75
 SEALIGHT H10/9145/9140 LED Fog Light Bulbs, 6000K Xenon White, 27 SMD Chips, 360-degree Illumination, Non-polarity, Pack of 2
SEALIGHT H10/9145/9140 LED Fog Light Bulbs, 6000K Xenon White, 27 SMD Chips, 360-degree Illumination, Non-polarity, Pack of 2
$20.99
 LESAUCE LED License Plate Light Tag Lamp Assembly Replacement For Ford F-150 F-250 F-350 F-450 F-550 Superduty Ranger Pickup Truck Explorer Bronco Excursion Expedition, DC12V 6000K White, Pack of 2
LESAUCE LED License Plate Light Tag Lamp Assembly Replacement For Ford F-150 F-250 F-350 F-450 F-550 Superduty Ranger Pickup Truck Explorer Bronco Excursion Expedition, DC12V 6000K White, Pack of 2
$12.99
 AUTOONE 9005 LED Headlight Bulbs Xenon White, 300% Brighter HB3 LED Headlight Bulbs Replacement for Halogen, Wireless Plug and Play Fanless 9005 LED Bulb for High Beam, Pack of 2
AUTOONE 9005 LED Headlight Bulbs Xenon White, 300% Brighter HB3 LED Headlight Bulbs Replacement for Halogen, Wireless Plug and Play Fanless 9005 LED Bulb for High Beam, Pack of 2
$33.99
 NOVSIGHT H10 9145 9140 LED Fog Light Bulbs 6500K Cool White, 400% Brightness 13000 LM, 9045 9040 LED Fog Bulb Easy Installation, Fast Cooling Halogen Replacement, Built-in Turbo Fan, IP68 Waterproof
NOVSIGHT H10 9145 9140 LED Fog Light Bulbs 6500K Cool White, 400% Brightness 13000 LM, 9045 9040 LED Fog Bulb Easy Installation, Fast Cooling Halogen Replacement, Built-in Turbo Fan, IP68 Waterproof
$21.99
 VIPMOTOZ OE-Style License Plate Light Tag Lamp Housing Assembly Replacement For Ford F150 F250 F350 Super Duty Ranger Pickup Truck Explorer Bronco Excursion Expedition
VIPMOTOZ OE-Style License Plate Light Tag Lamp Housing Assembly Replacement For Ford F150 F250 F350 Super Duty Ranger Pickup Truck Explorer Bronco Excursion Expedition
$11.54
 AUXITO 9005 LED Headlight Bulbs 12000LM Per Set 6500K Xenon White Mini Size HB3 Wireless Headlight Bulb, Pack of 2
AUXITO 9005 LED Headlight Bulbs 12000LM Per Set 6500K Xenon White Mini Size HB3 Wireless Headlight Bulb, Pack of 2
$31.99
 Evan-Fischer Front Fog Light Assembly Compatible with 2002-2005 Ford Explorer Kit Passenger and Driver Side
Evan-Fischer Front Fog Light Assembly Compatible with 2002-2005 Ford Explorer Kit Passenger and Driver Side
$93.76

Headlights

$80–$700 parts
Install: $150–$450 DIY: "Somewhat challenging, like a small hill to climb." Popularity: 50%

Do not neglect your safety on the road - it is important not only to see what is happening in front of you but also to perform all steps to be visible to other drivers. Take care of your headlights - change a burned-out bulb in time or even consider installing brighter types of bulbs - this will not only allow you to see the road better but also allow you to personalize your vehicle - with a variety of bulb styles you can achieve a unique and distinctive design.

4Pcs Chrome Housing Amber Corner Headlights + Turn Signal Light Lamps Compatible with Ford Explorer U152 02-05
4Pcs Chrome Housing Amber Corner Headlights + Turn Signal Light Lamps Compatible with Ford Explorer U152 02-05
$101.88
 BEAMTECH 9005 LED Bulb, Fanless In Line HB3 Halogen Replacement 6500K Xenon White
BEAMTECH 9005 LED Bulb, Fanless In Line HB3 Halogen Replacement 6500K Xenon White
$39.99
 Combriller h10 LED Fog Light 6000K White H10 9145 9140 LED Fog Light Bulbs, 6000 Lumens Super Bright CSP LED Chips Fog Lamps Replacement for Trucks Cars Vehicles Non-polarity LED Fog Light Pack of 2
Combriller h10 LED Fog Light 6000K White H10 9145 9140 LED Fog Light Bulbs, 6000 Lumens Super Bright CSP LED Chips Fog Lamps Replacement for Trucks Cars Vehicles Non-polarity LED Fog Light Pack of 2
$19.94
 Evan-Fischer Headlight Set Compatible with 2002-2005 Ford Explorer Left Driver and Right Passenger Side Halogen With bulb(s)
Evan-Fischer Headlight Set Compatible with 2002-2005 Ford Explorer Left Driver and Right Passenger Side Halogen With bulb(s)
$86.02
 TYC Right Headlight Assembly Compatible with 2001-2003 Ford Explorer
TYC Right Headlight Assembly Compatible with 2001-2003 Ford Explorer
$28.26
 Garage-Pro Headlight Assembly Compatible with 2002-2005 Ford Explorer Halogen, Set of 2, Driver and Passenger Side
Garage-Pro Headlight Assembly Compatible with 2002-2005 Ford Explorer Halogen, Set of 2, Driver and Passenger Side
$86.02
 SYLVANIA 9005 XtraVision Halogen Headlight Bulb, (Contains 2 Bulbs)
SYLVANIA 9005 XtraVision Halogen Headlight Bulb, (Contains 2 Bulbs)
$20.75
 SYLVANIA - 9005 SilverStar Ultra - High Performance Halogen Headlight Bulb, High Beam, Low Beam and Fog Replacement Bulb, Brightest Downroad with Whiter Light, Tri-Band Technology (Contains 2 Bulbs)
SYLVANIA - 9005 SilverStar Ultra - High Performance Halogen Headlight Bulb, High Beam, Low Beam and Fog Replacement Bulb, Brightest Downroad with Whiter Light, Tri-Band Technology (Contains 2 Bulbs)
$44.75
 AKKON - 4Pcs Combo Fits 2002-2005 Ford Explorer 4Door Model Chrome Headlights w/Corner Signal Lamp Left+Right Pair
AKKON - 4Pcs Combo Fits 2002-2005 Ford Explorer 4Door Model Chrome Headlights w/Corner Signal Lamp Left+Right Pair
$108.99
 Headlight Assembly Compatible With 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport 2001-2005 Explorer Sport Trac Driver and Passenger Side
Headlight Assembly Compatible With 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport 2001-2005 Explorer Sport Trac Driver and Passenger Side
$157.99
 1A Auto 1ALHT00085 (4 Piece) Headlight Set
1A Auto 1ALHT00085 (4 Piece) Headlight Set
$104.95
 For Ford Explorer Headlights Lamps Set 2002 2003 2004 2005 Halogen Driver and Passenger Side
For Ford Explorer Headlights Lamps Set 2002 2003 2004 2005 Halogen Driver and Passenger Side
$82.57

Turn Signal Bulbs

$8–$60 parts
DIY: "Effortless, just like flipping a switch." Popularity: 45%

OEM replacement bulb sizes for this vehicle's turn Signal Light Bulb Front, Turn Signal Light Bulb Rear: 3157A, 3157. Always match the exact part number for a secure, reliable fit.

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Light Bars

$30–$200 parts
Install: $350–$600 DIY: "Somewhat challenging, like a small hill to climb." Popularity: 33%

Have you already installed the most powerful and expensive bulbs on the market on your Ford Explorer, but still you are not getting enough light? Install a light bar on your vehicle - it is an additional LED headlight with a powerful luminous flux. They will easily guide you through the darkest of nights!

Nilight 90044B Universal License Heavy Duty Steel Front Plate Mounting Bracket Holder for Off-Road LED Work Lamps Lighting Bars, 2 Years Warranty
Nilight 90044B Universal License Heavy Duty Steel Front Plate Mounting Bracket Holder for Off-Road LED Work Lamps Lighting Bars, 2 Years Warranty
$15.83
 Reswish Car Hood Light Strip,Universal 12V Car Hood Daytime Running Light Strip,60 Inch Engine Hood Guide Decorative Light Bar,Waterproof Flexible LED Auto Decorative (White, 60 inch)
Reswish Car Hood Light Strip,Universal 12V Car Hood Daytime Running Light Strip,60 Inch Engine Hood Guide Decorative Light Bar,Waterproof Flexible LED Auto Decorative (White, 60 inch)
$19.99
 Nilight - 71015C-A 50Inch 288W Curved LED Work Light Driving Fog Lamp LED Light Bar Offroad Lighting for SUV UTE ATV Truck 4x4 Boat, 2 years Warranty
Nilight - 71015C-A 50Inch 288W Curved LED Work Light Driving Fog Lamp LED Light Bar Offroad Lighting for SUV UTE ATV Truck 4x4 Boat, 2 years Warranty
$87.83
 10 Inch Red Trailer Light Bar 15 LED Trailer Identification Light Truck Trailer Identification Light Bar 3rd Brake Light Bar Waterproof Stop Turn Tail Light High Mount Stop Light for Truck Boat Pickup
10 Inch Red Trailer Light Bar 15 LED Trailer Identification Light Truck Trailer Identification Light Bar 3rd Brake Light Bar Waterproof Stop Turn Tail Light High Mount Stop Light for Truck Boat Pickup
$11.99
 Nilight LED Light Bar 2PCS 18W Flood Led Off Road Lights 12V 5Pin Rocker Switch LED Light Bar Wiring Harness Kit, 2 Years Warranty
Nilight LED Light Bar 2PCS 18W Flood Led Off Road Lights 12V 5Pin Rocker Switch LED Light Bar Wiring Harness Kit, 2 Years Warranty
$29.99
 Nilight - TR-08 8PCS 24LED Rock Light for Cargo Truck Pickup Bed Off Road Under Car Side Marker LED Rock Lighting Kit w/Switch White, 2 Years Warranty
Nilight - TR-08 8PCS 24LED Rock Light for Cargo Truck Pickup Bed Off Road Under Car Side Marker LED Rock Lighting Kit w/Switch White, 2 Years Warranty
$13.40
 Nilight Spare Tire Brake Light Wheel Light 3rd Third Brake Light Rear lights for Wrangler 2007-2018 JK JKU YJ TJ Red Light, 2 Years Warranty
Nilight Spare Tire Brake Light Wheel Light 3rd Third Brake Light Rear lights for Wrangler 2007-2018 JK JKU YJ TJ Red Light, 2 Years Warranty
$25.99
 Nilight ZH408 52Inch 783W Curved Triple Row Flood Spot Combo Beam Led Bar 78000LM Driving Lights with 12AWG Heavy Duty 12V 5Pin Rocker Switch Wiring Harness Kit-1 Lead
Nilight ZH408 52Inch 783W Curved Triple Row Flood Spot Combo Beam Led Bar 78000LM Driving Lights with 12AWG Heavy Duty 12V 5Pin Rocker Switch Wiring Harness Kit-1 Lead
$134.99
 iJDMTOY AA3117 Universal Fit Bull Bar Style Black Painted Stainless Steel Front Bumper License Plate Mount Bracket Holder Compatible with Off-Road Lights, LED Work Lamps, LED Lighting Bar
iJDMTOY AA3117 Universal Fit Bull Bar Style Black Painted Stainless Steel Front Bumper License Plate Mount Bracket Holder Compatible with Off-Road Lights, LED Work Lamps, LED Lighting Bar
$35.19
 Nilight LED Light Bar Set, 12 Inch 300W Triple Row Spot Flood Combo Work Driving Lamp, 2 Pcs 4 inch 60 W Triple Row Flood Spot LED with Wiring Harness for Off road ATV Boat Lighting, 2 Year Warranty
Nilight LED Light Bar Set, 12 Inch 300W Triple Row Spot Flood Combo Work Driving Lamp, 2 Pcs 4 inch 60 W Triple Row Flood Spot LED with Wiring Harness for Off road ATV Boat Lighting, 2 Year Warranty
$51.29
 iJDMTOY (Pair 40mm-45mm 1.5-Inch Bullbar Mounting Bracket Clamp Compatible with LED Light Bar, Off-Road Driving Lights, LED Work Lamps
iJDMTOY (Pair 40mm-45mm 1.5-Inch Bullbar Mounting Bracket Clamp Compatible with LED Light Bar, Off-Road Driving Lights, LED Work Lamps
$20.23
 Nilight - 70003C-A 22" 120w LED Light Bar Flood Spot Combo Work Light Driving Lights Fog Lamp Offroad Lighting for SUV Ute ATV Truck 4x4 Boat,2 Years Warranty
Nilight - 70003C-A 22" 120w LED Light Bar Flood Spot Combo Work Light Driving Lights Fog Lamp Offroad Lighting for SUV Ute ATV Truck 4x4 Boat,2 Years Warranty
$31.69

Interior Bulbs

$8–$60 parts
DIY: "Effortless, just like flipping a switch." Popularity: 30%

OEM replacement bulb sizes for this vehicle's dome Light Bulb, Glove Box Light Bulb, Interior Door Light Bulb, Map Light Bulb, Trunk or Cargo Area Light, Vanity Mirror Light Bulb: 578, 194, 7441, 168, 917, 37. Always match the exact part number for a secure, reliable fit.

iBrightstar Newest Extremely Bright Wedge T10 168 194 LED Bulbs for Car Interior Dome Map Door Courtesy License Plate Lights, Xenon White
iBrightstar Newest Extremely Bright Wedge T10 168 194 LED Bulbs for Car Interior Dome Map Door Courtesy License Plate Lights, Xenon White
$10.99
 SIR IUS LED 194 LED Bulbs Extremely Super Bright 3030 Chipset for Car truck Interior Dome Map Door Courtesy Marker License Plate Lights Compact Wedge T10 168 2825 Xenon White Pack of 10
SIR IUS LED 194 LED Bulbs Extremely Super Bright 3030 Chipset for Car truck Interior Dome Map Door Courtesy Marker License Plate Lights Compact Wedge T10 168 2825 Xenon White Pack of 10
$11.95
 SIR IUS LED N3 578 LED bulbs Pure white Super Bright LED Festoon 300 Lumens 3030 Chipset for Car Truck Interiors Dome Map Door Courtesy Lights 1.72” 41MM 211-2 212-2 569 size pack of 6
SIR IUS LED N3 578 LED bulbs Pure white Super Bright LED Festoon 300 Lumens 3030 Chipset for Car Truck Interiors Dome Map Door Courtesy Lights 1.72” 41MM 211-2 212-2 569 size pack of 6
$10.95

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