How to Change a Headlight Bulb in Dodge Cars

The headlights on your Dodge car are vital in providing visibility and in keeping your family safe on the road. However, if you've owned your vehicle for very long, it's likely that one of the headlight bulbs will eventually burn out. There's no need for a costly visit to the dealership to replace the bulb, when you can follow just a few simple steps and do it yourself.

Under The Hood:

• How to Change a Headlight Bulb in a Dodge Neon
• How to Replace a Headlight Bulb in a Dodge Durango
• How to Replace a Headlight Bulb in a Dodge Intrepid
• How to Replace a Headlight Bulb in a Dodge Ram
• How to Replace a Headlight Bulb on a Dodge Stratus

 How to Change a Headlight Bulb in a Dodge Neon

Turn off the Dodge Neon and open the hood of the vehicle. Put on the clean gloves.

Locate the three upper fascia screws located right above the headlight. Use the screwdriver to remove all three of the screws.

Remove the headlight assembly unit from the vehicle by pulling it away from the Dodge Neon.

Disconnect the electrical connector by unplugging it from the back of the headlight assembly unit.

Remove the retaining ring by twisting it counterclockwise. This will allow access to the bulb. Pull out the old bulb and push the replacement bulb into the headlight assembly.

Reattach the retaining ring and reconnect the electrical connector by plugging it into the back of the headlight unit. Place the headlight assembly unit back into the vehicle and reattach the three screws to lock it into place. Close the hood.

 How to Replace a Headlight Bulb in a Dodge Durango

Set the parking brake and remove the keys from the ignition. Double check to make sure you've turned the headlights completely off.

Open the hood by pulling up on the interior hood release located under the left side of the instrument panel. Then, exit the SUV and push the safety latch located on the front of the Dodge Durango between the grille openings left of the center to the right to open the hood.

Locate the three bolts that hold the headlight assembly in place. There are two on the bottom of the assembly and one on top that attaches to the inner fender panel.

Shine a light between the bottom of the headlight and bumper and between the headlight and fender and you should be able to see all three bolts. You can access the top nut by removing the fender panel access door located in the wheel liner. Use a socket wrench with a ratchet extender to remove the bolts and then put them in a safe place.

Pull the headlight out firmly to release it from the fender. Be careful not to scratch the paint of your Dodge Durango or alter the aim of the headlamps. Remove the lock ring with a counterclockwise quarter-turn.

Remove the bulb connector by pulling and releasing the red tab on the connector. Loosen the connector by pressing down on the black or green release located above the red tab.

Disconnect the bulb from the assembly by pulling it straight out. Install the replacement headlight bulb into the headlight assembly.

Replace the remaining components of the headlight assembly back into the SUV in the reverse order of removal. Fasten the bolts tightly before closing the hood. Turn your Dodge Durango on and verify your headlights are working properly.

 How to Replace a Headlight Bulb in a Dodge Intrepid

Set the parking brake on your Dodge Intrepid, remove the keys from the ignition and make sure to switch the headlights to "OFF" before replacing the headlight bulb.

Open the hood by first releasing the interior hood latch located under the instrument panel on the driver's side. Release the auxiliary latch under the front center of the hood of the car. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.

Locate the two large 7/16 screws on the top of the headlight assembly. Use a screwdriver to remove them. Put the screws in your pocket or another safe place, so you don't lose them.

Pull the headlight assembly out and away from the front of the vehicle. You may need to pull a little harder at the bottom of the assembly to get it to come out completely.

Disconnect the electrical connector from the back of the lamp assembly. The low beam is located closest to the turn signal and the high beam is the farthest away. Rotate the old bulb counterclockwise and pull out to remove it from the lamp assembly.

Install a replacement bulb with a clockwise turn and slight push in to the bulb socket. Reconnect the electrical connector once you've seated the new bulb correctly.

Reinstall the remaining components of the headlight assembly in reverse order of removal. Don't forget to connect the negative battery cable.

Close the hood of your Dodge Intrepid and check that the headlights are working properly.

 How to Replace a Headlight Bulb in a Dodge Ram

Engage the parking break and remove the keys from the ignition before attempting any repairs. Make sure you've turned the headlight switch to the off position.

Open the hood by first pulling the interior hood release lever located below the steering wheel under the instrument panel. Then, walk around to the front of the pickup and push up on the safety catch located in the opening beneath the center of the grill. Lift the hood and secure it.

Unscrew the expanding fastener from the headlight welt, if equipped. Use a screwdriver to remove the three screws that hold it in place. However, not all Dodge Rams of this generation have this feature.

Remove the first two bolts from the headlight assembly using a socket wrench. These two bolts will be on the inside near the grille.

Remove the third bolt located on the outside bottom of the headlight assembly near the fender. You may find it easier to access this bolt from the fender well where you'll find an access hole after removing the fender plug. Use a socket wrench with a ratchet extender for easier removal.

Pull the headlight assembly away from the front of the pickup, giving special force to the fender side. Be careful not to scratch the paint or jostle the assembly too much. You don't want to have to readjust your headlight aim when you're done.

Disconnect the electrical connector by giving it a quarter-turn and pulling it straight out from the base of the bulb housing. This should remove it completely from the housing, so you can access the bulb.

Twist the collar on the headlight bulb a quarter-turn to remove it from the bulb base.

Install the new bulb into the bulb assembly, reconnect the electrical connector and place it back into the headlight housing. Replace the headlight assembly in reverse order of removal. Make sure all bolts are secure before closing the hood.

Turn on your Dodge Ram and make sure the headlights are working.

 How to Replace a Headlight Bulb on a Dodge Stratus

Open the hood. Secure the hood with the hood latch.

Take off the headlight mounting screws. There are two of them. Refer to your owner's manual if you cannot find them.

Pry off the push-in fasteners with a flat-head screwdriver.

Pull the headlight assembly away from the front fender and take it out of vehicle.

Twist the retaining ring counterclockwise to remove the socket and bulb assembly.

Remove the bulb from the socket.

Insert a new bulb into the socket.

Place the bulb and socket back into the assembly.

Reinstall the assembly by reversing Steps 1 through 5.