With help I managed to change the headlights on my 2008 using this process, without removing the bumper etc like it says in Haynes etc. I left the metal clips in place that are hard to access, removed them from the new assemblies and slotted the new assemblies into place in the existing metal clips. You can widen them out with a screwdriver. They tighten again when you do the bolt up.
Hi Logan! This was an excellent video! Now I can help get the housings changed out for my dad’s 4Runner. I might have missed this, but where did you purchase the new headlight housing for your mom’s 4Runner?
I called the Toyota Dealership, they wanted $350.00 each ! That's $700.00 a pair. I ordered off of Ebay, brand new, $150.00 FOR THE PAIR. They are very well made. After you install, I strongly advise to spray a few coats of clear on your new lens. That will help with the sun trying to bake them again.
OMG not even 10 seconds in bamm 2005 3rd gen 4unner you got yourself a unicorn I own a 2005 but mine is a 4th gen :) FYI I watched it all great job on all the details
The driver side headlight should always be slightly lower than the passenger side. This is by design to help not completely blind the on coming drivers.
Any suggestions for the lights not being in the same alignment/height after the instal? My passenger lights are projecting lower after the new install. I did the tape on the wall trick to monitor this. Thanks
Did you have any weird horizontal shadow with these new headlamps? I’ve replaced mine with three different headlamps from three different vendors and they all produce a horizontal shadow which distracting when driving at night
Thanks for the response. I’ve just accepted it and am use to it now. I was reading that somewhere that it has to do with a change in manufacture so that the beam won’t blind oncoming driver. Not sure how true that is. Thanks again
Your problem is the headlight adjustment screws. My aftermarket headlights were aimed pretty low from factory(thought it was the bulb) Adjust 2 screws(maybe 1, nickelsize washer) on the back of housing to correct.
Don't be scared. Changing lights isn't hard at all. Take some time and save yourself money. Same thing with air intake hoses, maf sensor cleaning, changing the throttle sensor, or vacuum hoses. All of this is easy stuff. Dealership charged me over $100 to change my throttle position sensor the first time. The second time, I put on an oem one in under 5 minutes. Literally 2 screws and a plug. I was so mad.
Great job on explaining the process in detail while making it very easy to understand the information that is being presented. Way to do it!!!
Thanks for the video. 2008 was even easier without various trim strips. You saved me from who knows how many mistakes an redundant steps!
Clear, straightforward video just like the good old days of YT. Thanks!
You really said 2005 3rd gen 4runner haha.
Best video for this. Thanks alot
Did you put some clear coat on the headlights or did you wax them to protect from oxidation?
Excellent detailed description of the process. Thank you.
Super job..thanks for sharing the techniques.
With help I managed to change the headlights on my 2008 using this process, without removing the bumper etc like it says in Haynes etc. I left the metal clips in place that are hard to access, removed them from the new assemblies and slotted the new assemblies into place in the existing metal clips. You can widen them out with a screwdriver. They tighten again when you do the bolt up.
great video. Hopefully it will be close to as "easy" as it was in the video.
What bulbs did you replace
Thank you!
Hi Logan! This was an excellent video! Now I can help get the housings changed out for my dad’s 4Runner. I might have missed this, but where did you purchase the new headlight housing for your mom’s 4Runner?
I called the Toyota Dealership, they wanted $350.00 each ! That's $700.00 a pair. I ordered off of Ebay, brand new, $150.00 FOR THE PAIR. They are very well made. After you install, I strongly advise to spray a few coats of clear on your new lens. That will help with the sun trying to bake them again.
Thank You.....Nice job!!
Having a hard time adjusting the passenger side ...cant get it high enough. Any hints for that?
Where did you get the New headlights?? And cost if possible
when and how did the grill come off? Did I miss that?
OMG not even 10 seconds in bamm 2005 3rd gen 4unner you got yourself a unicorn I own a 2005 but mine is a 4th gen :) FYI I watched it all great job on all the details
How is it a 2005 3rd gen?
if you watch video he calls it a 2005 3rd gen 4runner @@lioninthesun
@@USATAZZILLA yeah I did watch it but what does that mean? It looks like my 2005 4th gen body style
The guy just misspoke its a 4th gen 4runner but he called it a 3rd gen it was just a mistake
@@lioninthesun
@@USATAZZILLA ok thank you, I just changed mine and they look great
Thanks for the instructions
The driver side headlight should always be slightly lower than the passenger side. This is by design to help not completely blind the on coming drivers.
Any suggestions for the lights not being in the same alignment/height after the instal? My passenger lights are projecting lower after the new install. I did the tape on the wall trick to monitor this. Thanks
There should be an adjustment screw on the back so you can move them.
Can you put the link where you got your new headlights ?
Guess he doesn’t read the comments.
Where did you buy your headlights?
I found mine on eBay.
Did you have any weird horizontal shadow with these new headlamps? I’ve replaced mine with three different headlamps from three different vendors and they all produce a horizontal shadow which distracting when driving at night
Honestly I've had this issue with any aftermarket headlights, but sometimes its just the brand of bulbs you use that will do it too.
Thanks for the response. I’ve just accepted it and am use to it now. I was reading that somewhere that it has to do with a change in manufacture so that the beam won’t blind oncoming driver. Not sure how true that is. Thanks again
Your problem is the headlight adjustment screws. My aftermarket headlights were aimed pretty low from factory(thought it was the bulb) Adjust 2 screws(maybe 1, nickelsize washer) on the back of housing to correct.
This video assumes that I know where my 10mm socket is. 😂
Ha!
i am trying to change mine but the new ones don’t have holes for the blinker lights to go in like the old ones do. i am so confused
well done.
awesome
how many hours of labor? I have been quoted 3 to 4 hours if I have it done for me....like over $500 for labor alone.
@JEFFQUICKLE9 😃
Don't be scared. Changing lights isn't hard at all. Take some time and save yourself money. Same thing with air intake hoses, maf sensor cleaning, changing the throttle sensor, or vacuum hoses. All of this is easy stuff. Dealership charged me over $100 to change my throttle position sensor the first time. The second time, I put on an oem one in under 5 minutes. Literally 2 screws and a plug. I was so mad.
didnt have to remove the bumper