Dodge Repair: headlamp bulb replacement, oily surfaces, dodge dakota


Question
What is the procedure for replacing the headlamp bulb on a 2000 dodge Dakota.

Answer
HEADLAMP BULB
REMOVAL
1.Open hood.
2.Remove headlamp assembly. See headlamp removal in the lamp service section.
3.Remove the retaining ring holding bulb to headlamp.
4.Pull bulb socket from headlamp
Headlamp Bulb
5.Grasp bulb and pull from socket

INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Do not touch the bulb glass with fingers or other oily surfaces. Reduced bulb life will result.

1.Position bulb into socket and push into place.
2.Position bulb socket in headlamp.
3.Install retaining ring holding bulb to headlamp.
4.Install headlamp assembly.