2000 Ranger Headlights
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2000 Ranger Headlights
Hi there,
Need some help in figguring out what to do to replace the lamps in my 2000 Ranger's headlights. Running out of places to look for help on-line and the local library doesn't have a haynes/chiltons manual in the 2000 ranger variety.
Any help would be appreciated
Need some help in figguring out what to do to replace the lamps in my 2000 Ranger's headlights. Running out of places to look for help on-line and the local library doesn't have a haynes/chiltons manual in the 2000 ranger variety.
Any help would be appreciated
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On my '99, which should be identical to yours, all I had to do was spin the black ring 1/2 turn and slide it off, and then the lights just unhooked and slid right out. The passenger side it easiest. The driver's side might be easier if you remove the battery. I was able to do it without removing it, but it makes it easier if you do. No special tools are needed for this job.
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well the black **** twisting is a key part to it, looks like removing the battery is needed like you said. my airfilter also seems to be in the way on the passenger side. Sorry, I got these big ol klunky fireman's hands. Rigged up foglights the other day and busted most of my knuckles on my right hand putting the wires in spots where they wouldn't be seen.
Thanks for the help.
Thanks for the help.
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Originally posted by FireCougar
well the black **** twisting is a key part to it, looks like removing the battery is needed like you said. my airfilter also seems to be in the way on the passenger side. Sorry, I got these big ol klunky fireman's hands. Rigged up foglights the other day and busted most of my knuckles on my right hand putting the wires in spots where they wouldn't be seen.
Thanks for the help.
well the black **** twisting is a key part to it, looks like removing the battery is needed like you said. my airfilter also seems to be in the way on the passenger side. Sorry, I got these big ol klunky fireman's hands. Rigged up foglights the other day and busted most of my knuckles on my right hand putting the wires in spots where they wouldn't be seen.
Thanks for the help.
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managed to get at em from behind... the clips are pretty solidly on there, but removing the battery and the air filter housing let me slip my hand through enough to wiggle em out from behind and replace em. My how bright and shiny they are now.. along with a cleaning on the outer lens face.
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Originally posted by FireCougar
but removing ...air filter housing.
but removing ...air filter housing.
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I cleaned the dust off and the words "Push snaps to open" appeared. So I opened it, moved the upper duct/hose out of the way and that was enough so I could fit my hand between the air filter and the headlight assembly.