Parts for your 2014 Ford Falcon-Headlights

2014 Ford Falcon headlights: what they do and how to look after them

Headlights are absolutely fitted to the 2014 Ford Falcon and are required for road use. That’s backed by the Ford FG MkII/FG X Owner’s Manual, Australia’s ADR 13/00 and ADR 46/00 lighting standards, and New Zealand’s Vehicle Inspection Requirements Manual (VIRM) for WoF checks—all of which mandate compliant, working headlamps. So yes, they’re relevant, standard gear on every 2014 Falcon variant.

On this Falcon, the headlights are there for two big jobs: letting the driver see clearly at night and in bad weather, and making sure the car is seen by others. Low beam handles close-range, dipped illumination without dazzling oncoming traffic, while high beam stretches visibility down country roads. Many 2014 models use halogen bulbs with a projector for low beam and a reflector for high beam, giving a tidy, controlled spread of light.

As part of regular servicing, it’s smart to give the headlights a once-over. Most 2014 Falcons typically run H11 for low beam and HB3 (9005) for high beam, with wedge bulbs for parkers—though trims vary, so cross-check with the owner’s manual or VIN lookup. When replacing, swap bulbs in pairs to keep colour and brightness matched. Avoid touching the glass with bare hands, and ensure the rubber dust caps are properly seated to keep moisture out. After any bulb or housing change, check the aim—poor alignment can fail an inspection and reduce night-time safety.

• Inspect lenses for yellowing or haze, polish if needed to restore output.
• Look for condensation inside the housing—replace seals or the unit if it persists.
• Test high/low beam, parkers and indicators at every service or roughly every 10,000 km.
• If a fuse keeps blowing, have the wiring and earths checked before fitting new bulbs.

Thinking about brighter bulbs? Stick with ADR/NZ-compliant options. Retrofit LED or HID kits in halogen housings can be illegal and may dazzle other road users unless the entire assembly is certified and correctly levelled. Keeping the Falcon’s headlights clean, correctly aimed, and fitted with the right bulbs means better visibility, fewer defects at WoF/rego, and a more relaxed night drive.

Popular questions

What bulb types fit a 2014 Ford Falcon headlight?

Most 2014 Falcons use H11 for low beam and HB3 (9005) for high beam, with W5W/T10 for parkers. Some trims differ, so confirm via the owner’s manual or a parts lookup against the VIN to be certain.

How can someone tell if the headlight aim is off?

If other drivers flash frequently, the beam pattern looks uneven, or the cut-off sits too high/low on a wall test, the aim likely needs adjustment. After any bulb or housing change, check alignment and adjust using the headlamp adjusters per the manual.

Are LED or HID upgrades legal on a 2014 Falcon?

Not usually in factory halogen housings. ADR 13/00 and 46/00 (AU) and the NZ Vehicle Lighting Rule require compliant lamps and, for certain systems, levelling and washers. Use approved, compliant assemblies or like-for-like halogen upgrades to stay legal and safe.