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Dorman 1610245 Tail Light Assembly - Right

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🚗Fitment: Ford and Mercury, Explorer and Mountaineer
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Reliable Tail Light Assembly for Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer

The Dorman 1610245 tail light assembly is designed to restore the exterior lighting of your Ford Explorer or Mercury Mountaineer. This street-legal replacement part ensures proper signaling and visibility with a durable plastic housing and lens.

  • Compatible with Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer models
  • Street legal tail light assembly meeting safety standards
  • Clear, amber, and red plastic lens for accurate light output
  • Halogen bulb technology (bulbs not included)
  • Durable plastic housing for long-lasting use
  • Operates on standard 12-volt electrical systems
  • Includes one tail light assembly (mounting hardware not included)

Durable Construction and Functional Design

This Dorman tail light assembly (part number 1610245) features a plastic lens combining clear, amber, and red colors to provide the necessary signaling functions including brake, turn, and tail lights. The plastic housing offers resistance to weather and road conditions, helping maintain the integrity of your vehicle's lighting system. Designed for use with halogen bulbs, this assembly does not include bulbs or mounting hardware, allowing for easy integration with your existing components.

Compatible Applications and Use Cases

This tail light assembly is specifically compatible with Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer vehicles, making it a suitable replacement for damaged or malfunctioning rear lighting components. It addresses common issues such as:

  • Cracked or broken tail light lenses
  • Non-functioning or dim tail lights due to housing damage
  • Failed or outdated tail light assemblies affecting vehicle safety
  • Restoring street-legal lighting compliance
  • Improving rear visibility and signaling performance

Installation Notes and Tips

Installation of the Dorman 1610245 tail light assembly requires removal of the existing tail light. Since mounting hardware and bulbs are not included, ensure you have compatible halogen bulbs and necessary fasteners before beginning installation. Follow vehicle-specific service manual instructions for safe and proper installation. Verify electrical connections and bulb functionality after installation to confirm proper operation.

Quality Assurance and Warranty Information

Dorman parts are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM standards for fit, form, and function. The 1610245 tail light assembly undergoes quality checks to ensure durability and performance. While specific warranty details may vary, Dorman typically offers limited warranties covering defects in materials and workmanship. Consult product documentation or Dorman directly for exact warranty terms.

BrandDorman
Part Number1610245
Bulb TechnologyHalogen
Bulbs IncludedNo
Housing MaterialPlastic
Lens ColorClear/ Amber/ Red
Lens MaterialPlastic
Mounting Hardware IncludedNo
Package Contents1 Tail Light
Street LegalYes
Voltage12V

This part fits 13 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelSubmodelPositionNotes
2001FordExplorerLimitedRight
2001FordExplorerPostalRight
2001FordExplorerXLSRight
2001FordExplorerEddie BauerRight
2001FordExplorerXLTRight
2001FordExplorerXL FleetRight
2001MercuryMountaineerRight
2000FordExplorerRight
2000MercuryMountaineerRight
1999FordExplorerRight
1999MercuryMountaineerRight
1998FordExplorerRight
1998MercuryMountaineerRight

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

11-5129-013222-0009R7475F87Z13404AAFR277-U000R

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.