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Car Forum / Dodge / Dodge Trucks / November 2006

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2003 RAM 1500 HEADLIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT

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dugger4 - 26 Nov 2006 22:17 GMT
Per the manual, I removed the: webbing between lens and truck frame; three
bolts holding lens assembly to body.  The assemble would not come out
freely.  I was worried about "forcing" the unit, fearing I might damage it.
I did manage to replace the right (passenger side) bulb by reaching behind
the unit from above.  I had purchased a pair of "brighter" bulbs and would
like to replace the left (driver) side bulb.  Compared to the old Dak I had
(1988) this is no fun!  Do I "pull" harder on the assemble or am I missing
something???  I have a copy of the 2003 truck manual and it implies that
once I remove the three screws that unit will come out.  Any help would be
appreciated.

Marshall
Mike Simmons - 27 Nov 2006 01:30 GMT
> Per the manual, I removed the: webbing between lens and truck frame; three
> bolts holding lens assembly to body.  The assemble would not come out
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> Marshall

Yes, once all the fasteners are removed, it still takes a little extra
effort to remove the housing assembly.

A note of caution however!  If you are using higher wattage bulbs than the
original 9007's, you run the risk of melting the socket and/or wiring to the
headlight.  A good, brighter safe bulb to use is the Sylvania Silverstar.

Mike
 
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