2001 Superduty Headlight Bulb Replacement
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2001 Superduty Headlight Bulb Replacement
I realize this is a stupid question, but before I pull both my batteries, is there an easier way to replace a burnt out headlight bulb? I tried searching this topic, but nothing relevant appeared. Any advice is much appreciated!
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Not much easier, but there are two metal clips on the radiator support that hold the top of the lamps in. Then there is another snap down below those, the snap is a PIA to undo and I damage at least half of the clips when I work with them.
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Especially on the driver side, I couldn't fit my hand down there. On the passenger side, I was able to turn the collar but couldn't get the bulb to release. I ended up pulling the batteries, and taking the bolts out of the battery box on the drivers side to shift it over to get access to the bulbs.
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I found it easier to just remove the Headlamp assy. If it is anything like my 06, remover five screws across the top of the front grill and lean (the grill) forward. With a long screwdriver, push down on the five (or six) clips until you can apply enough pressure to walk them out. Then, remove the two top screws holding the headlamp assembly. Finally, remove the two bolts underneath the assy and draw the assambly forward. Replace the bulb and reverse the process to install. Just one hitch; don't put the goriila grip on the screws when tightening. Hope this helps even though I do not know if yours work the same way.
