For anyone finding this: I followed these directions and found some easier ways. First, you can remove the clips that hold the headlight into the housing. There are three of these. These are also your adjustment screws. By doing this, you can actually see what your doing. Second, do not slide out towards the outside of the truck. Slide the housing toward the center (left if you are doing the right one, right if you are doing the left one). This makes it way easier.
@creepindead You can leave the headlight in your truck. There are two adjusting screws on the backside of the main beam. There should be one on the top and one on the bottom of the lens. You adjust the headlight position by turning these screws. It's easier to adjust them at dusk or at night on a flat surface so that you can see where the beam is aiming as you adjust it. Hope this helps out.
I have my Dad's 2001 Dodge Ram 1500. I noticed Sunday night the passenger side was out. It's night and low, so I needed some instructions. I thought I would replace both sides since they were a bit hazy, instead of just the bulbs. I haven't checked to see if that was an option on his truck. On my Camaro I had you couldn't just replace ac bulb, but it was super easy to replace them. My Dad thought it was important I knew how you do some of the normal maintenance and repairs on my vehicles since I started driving. I do it with gloves, which he found hilarious. Im not messing my nails up and I hate oil and grease on my hands. LoL.
Thanks for the vid, saved me a ton of time. This is identical to my 1995 Ram 2500HD (diesel) Has the same 10mm bolts and everything. Took 15 minutes to swap out thanks to your video. Appreciated /salute
My 96 is not like the vehicle you are working on. I didn't have to remove the bumper but I did remove the plastic cap that clips on top of the bumper. Then the lamp housing fit in easily. Thanks for the tips though. I can see again!
@213mfredy The light should shine just as far as the OE ones. We do recommend replacing the bulbs if your headlights came with them, because they are a test bulb and may not be as strong as the ones you previously had.Hope this helps.
Thanks so much. This was just as easy as you said and show it is. Did the passenger side today, waiting for the driver side. Question: I only ordered the headlight housing only, trying to save money, figuring I could change it out. Looking at the whole housing, it looks do able. Yes? But will have to readjust the placement of where the light hits the road. Do you happen to have video for this also?
hey man thanks alot, the non sport headlights 94-98 arent the same as this. Just to let you know that headlight you worked on is a 99-02 not 98-02. And FYI only the diesel was available in that body style for 02.
My dodge's headlights did the same thing. Even filled with water. I heated a nail and melted a small hole on the underside of the light lens for the water and moister to drain. My lens cleared up nicely afterwards
thanks for the video. had a deer run into me last month. picked up some new headlight assemblies and put them in. only took about 45 mins and one busted knuckle.
thanks for the video...i was fighting with that thing for an hour before i decided to come google installation procedures...lol..sad...watched this and had it installed in 10 mins
4.10.2023 Hey nice job, except you didn't really 'show' where the 3rd bolt that needed to be removed was located. As-well, it seemed like a 'lot of force' to get the unit to 'lay forward and to slide' as you shared. It's not the same as my 98. But it was decent post. Thanks brother. Best wishes always! Sir Nicholas
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Oh yeah, would it be easier to disassemble and re-assemble the headlights by removing the front bumper? I know it may be extra work, but it would make the installation a whole lot better.
+Cesar Soto Thanks for watching. We carry new headlights for Dodge Ram trucks on our website. Here's a link to them if any of our viewers would like to see what we have to offer. All orders in the lower 48 states include free shipping www.1aauto.com/1998-dodge-ram-1500-truck-headlight-assemblies/y-mo-c/1998-1463-19?TH-cam&CTA%20Comment&ATony
My left headlight on my 97 dodge ram points down and to the right and shines about 10 feet in front of my truck so it doesnt do me much good. How do i adjust it to point straight? Do i have to remove my headlight completely or is there some way i can adjust it without removing the headlight?
Billy Candler Thanks for watching Billy, it should be the same or a similar procedure. We carry new headlights for your 94 Dodge Ram with free shipping and a lifetime warranty. Here's a link to them on our website if you would like to see what we have to offer. Hope this helps you out www.1aauto.com/1994-dodge-ram-1500-truck-headlight-assemblies/y-mo-c/1994-1463-19?TH-cam&CTA%20Comment&ATony
I have a 2001 1500 and the parking lights are integrated with the headlight. Can't figure out how to remove lens assembly. Do I need to remove the bumper?
@YouraN1993R ----FALSE-------If you want to straighten someone out on some facts,get 'em right...In '02, the 2500 sport model came equiped with 3 engine options. 5.9 V-8 magnum,8.0 V-10 and the cummins diesel...note: FYI, your corrected.
Wow go ur guys headlights don’t even come with the socket to hold the bulb in. The ones On my old covers are too small so I can’t even use the new covers I got from you guys!!!!! Fucking useless!!!! I don’t even know what to do now
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For anyone finding this: I followed these directions and found some easier ways. First, you can remove the clips that hold the headlight into the housing. There are three of these. These are also your adjustment screws. By doing this, you can actually see what your doing. Second, do not slide out towards the outside of the truck. Slide the housing toward the center (left if you are doing the right one, right if you are doing the left one). This makes it way easier.
Can always count on 1A auto for great step by step, all the way through to end, videos!! Awesome! Thanks again guys!!
Thank you! This video saved me 75$ on labor and it only took 20 minutes. I got the new set off amazon for $50. Now this truck looks new.
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@creepindead You can leave the headlight in your truck. There are two adjusting screws on the backside of the main beam. There should be one on the top and one on the bottom of the lens. You adjust the headlight position by turning these screws. It's easier to adjust them at dusk or at night on a flat surface so that you can see where the beam is aiming as you adjust it. Hope this helps out.
on the side of your house or shed, etc. You want them pointing mostly slightly down and in. Up and out blinds other drivers.
wow u made it harder then it actually is , i had 3 5/8 bolts to remove then headlight and sidemarker came out together
These old videos from 2010 in 240p resolution, wow. But it does give all the info I needed.
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Thanks for posting. Just replaced both my 2001 headlamps.. I appreciate the info and it worked for me!
I have my Dad's 2001 Dodge Ram 1500. I noticed Sunday night the passenger side was out. It's night and low, so I needed some instructions. I thought I would replace both sides since they were a bit hazy, instead of just the bulbs. I haven't checked to see if that was an option on his truck. On my Camaro I had you couldn't just replace ac bulb, but it was super easy to replace them. My Dad thought it was important I knew how you do some of the normal maintenance and repairs on my vehicles since I started driving. I do it with gloves, which he found hilarious. Im not messing my nails up and I hate oil and grease on my hands. LoL.
What a good way to protect the new headlights from oxidizing, I have a dodge 2500 Diesel.
Thanks for the vid, saved me a ton of time. This is identical to my 1995 Ram 2500HD (diesel) Has the same 10mm bolts and everything. Took 15 minutes to swap out thanks to your video.
Appreciated /salute
My 96 is not like the vehicle you are working on. I didn't have to remove the bumper but I did remove the plastic cap that clips on top of the bumper. Then the lamp housing fit in easily. Thanks for the tips though. I can see again!
@213mfredy The light should shine just as far as the OE ones. We do recommend replacing the bulbs if your headlights came with them, because they are a test bulb and may not be as strong as the ones you previously had.Hope this helps.
Easy peezy lemon squeezy! So easy even a Caveman can do it 👍💯😸
Thanks so much. This was just as easy as you said and show it is. Did the passenger side today, waiting for the driver side.
Question: I only ordered the headlight housing only, trying to save money, figuring I could change it out. Looking at the whole housing, it looks do able. Yes? But will have to readjust the placement of where the light hits the road. Do you happen to have video for this also?
hey man thanks alot, the non sport headlights 94-98 arent the same as this. Just to let you know that headlight you worked on is a 99-02 not 98-02. And FYI only the diesel was available in that body style for 02.
My dodge's headlights did the same thing. Even filled with water. I heated a nail and melted a small hole on the underside of the light lens for the water and moister to drain. My lens cleared up nicely afterwards
Thank you for the video. I installed my headlights with little problem thanks to you.
You always give good tutorials👍
thanks for the video. had a deer run into me last month. picked up some new headlight assemblies and put them in. only took about 45 mins and one busted knuckle.
+Dave Grantham Nice work. Congratulations on the successful repair. 1aauto.com 866-403-3393
My 98 dodge ram 1500 had only one light for high and low, not the two in your video. Just an fyi. But I did find it useful.
Thank you for the help. I had No idea how to take off my lights till now.
Good video bud. Quiet but helpful!
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do you have to remove the entire cover if you just want to replace the bulb?
Very helpful video. Thank you.
Is the high beam on the inside or the outside? And does the high beam get the two wires or the three wires?
thanks for the video...i was fighting with that thing for an hour before i decided to come google installation procedures...lol..sad...watched this and had it installed in 10 mins
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the exact video i needed thanks alot man
great vid. thanks. hard to believe these trucks are basically snap together😆
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I do, I even wax em just they oxidize out here, the only time I dont wash it is because of winter when it doesnt get above 0 degress.
4.10.2023 Hey nice job, except you didn't really 'show' where the 3rd bolt that needed to be removed was located. As-well, it seemed like a 'lot of force' to get the unit to 'lay forward and to slide' as you shared. It's not the same as my 98. But it was decent post. Thanks brother. Best wishes always! Sir Nicholas
This vid looks like it was filmed in the early 90's
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Dom on everything I was thinking the same exact thing haha
Oh yeah, would it be easier to disassemble and re-assemble the headlights by removing the front bumper? I know it may be extra work, but it would make the installation a whole lot better.
Great thank you
I'd like to send my car to the 1A Auto garage sometime so they can do a how to video on power window/door lock repair. 1988 Chrysler Fifth Avenue
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Great video. Were could I get those type of headlights for my 98 ram?
Where*
No you should be able to reach your hand around the back of the headlight and twist them out.
Is it basically the same set up for a 94 cause I did see all the same bolts and the gasket is the same
@wildmaninmt The headlight should come out just like the headlight shows.
What a good vid bro! Good job👌
+Cesar Soto Thanks for watching. We carry new headlights for Dodge Ram trucks on our website. Here's a link to them if any of our viewers would like to see what we have to offer. All orders in the lower 48 states include free shipping www.1aauto.com/1998-dodge-ram-1500-truck-headlight-assemblies/y-mo-c/1998-1463-19?TH-cam&CTA%20Comment&ATony
where can I buy a a head light for a 2000 dodge ram sport 4x4?thanks for the video wa sa big help!
Thanks for the video
What is different for 97 and earlier?
My left headlight on my 97 dodge ram points down and to the right and shines about 10 feet in front of my truck so it doesnt do me much good. How do i adjust it to point straight? Do i have to remove my headlight completely or is there some way i can adjust it without removing the headlight?
will sport model headlights fit NON sport models?
This is the worst design for headlight replacement. Thanks for the video.
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You can maybe just try to keep the vehicle clean.
Leave it to Dodge to make it more complicated than it had to be
Thanks .
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thanx alot....
look easy hope i can do it
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@SuperD104 We carry some great headlights for your vehicle located on our website here.
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This process I kind of annoying
you did not show how to remove the lower bolt. that one seems to be a
would this work on a 94 ram?
Billy Candler Thanks for watching Billy, it should be the same or a similar procedure. We carry new headlights for your 94 Dodge Ram with free shipping and a lifetime warranty. Here's a link to them on our website if you would like to see what we have to offer. Hope this helps you out www.1aauto.com/1994-dodge-ram-1500-truck-headlight-assemblies/y-mo-c/1994-1463-19?TH-cam&CTA%20Comment&ATony
So this doesnt work on a 2000 1500 cause they clips wont come out and the parking light wont come out
I have a 2001 1500 and the parking lights are integrated with the headlight. Can't figure out how to remove lens assembly. Do I need to remove the bumper?
Oh you have too remove the gasket. (doh) I going too remove it to try figure out why a new bulb won't go back in. Thanks or the video. :)
1989 dodge Dakota
Was easier to take it out toward the center of the truck.
My bolts were ⅜" not 10mm.
Same thing
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not right for 99 dodge ram fyi
@YouraN1993R ----FALSE-------If you want to straighten someone out on some facts,get 'em right...In '02, the 2500 sport model came equiped with 3 engine options. 5.9 V-8 magnum,8.0 V-10 and the cummins diesel...note: FYI, your corrected.
All that scratching, and scraping to change a bulb. Pizz poor design DODGE! My Ol' Pig Ain't Running (MOPAR)...
Wow go ur guys headlights don’t even come with the socket to hold the bulb in. The ones On my old covers are too small so I can’t even use the new covers I got from you guys!!!!! Fucking useless!!!! I don’t even know what to do now
Excellent video sir! Thank you Very Much!
Thank you! Very helpful video.
+kevin woog Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair we carry the replacement part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/dodge-headlight/i/1alhl00421?TH-cam&CTA+Comment&L77bU
nice video, thanks