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Old 12-23-2013, 05:19 AM
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Default Can't figure out how to replace drivers headlight bulb

Apparently my 2010 JKU has me beat. Can anyone tell me how to get the old bulb out? Do I have to remove something to allow room to get it out?

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Old 12-23-2013, 05:32 AM
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Originally Posted by swiz9
Apparently my 2010 JKU has me beat. Can anyone tell me how to get the old bulb out? Do I have to remove something to allow room to get it out? Thanks
I have an 11 I take the grill off then the headlight ring. It's a PITA
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U gotta pull the grill off. 5 plastic clips on top as soon as u open the hood, pull them out then u can pull the grill forward to remove it from the other push clips. There are 4 small torque bolts around the headlight take them out and the headlight will pop right out. Reverse process to install.

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Originally Posted by firefighter53111
I have an 11 I take the grill off then the headlight ring. It's a PITA
I'd like to avoid that but I'll take a look.
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You might pick up a few of the plastic "they-look-like-screws-but-aren't" push fasteners on top before you start. Local auto parts dealer should have.
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On my 08 driver side just remove the horn on passenger side remove air box and the bolt to the power steering fluid container thingy.I just did my passenger side took 10min tops. Good luck
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Originally Posted by swiz9
Apparently my 2010 JKU has me beat. Can anyone tell me how to get the old bulb out? Do I have to remove something to allow room to get it out?

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Originally Posted by firefighter53111
I have an 11 I take the grill off then the headlight ring. It's a PITA
Originally Posted by Jersey_Devil
U gotta pull the grill off. 5 plastic clips on top as soon as u open the hood, pull them out then u can pull the grill forward to remove it from the other push clips. There are 4 small torque bolts around the headlight take them out and the headlight will pop right out. Reverse process to install.

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Originally Posted by swiz9
I'd like to avoid that but I'll take a look.
Mine is a 2010 JKU also. I don't think there's any avoiding it. It only takes five min to remove tho
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If you have done all of the above steps, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE remember before the bulb will separate from the carrier there is a small lever that has to be lifted before then bulb can be pulled out. If you would like I can take pictures. Hope all this helps.
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Boy I'm glad i have an 08.I have a 10k winch in front of my grill.
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Originally Posted by gunbo75
Boy I'm glad i have an 08.I have a 10k winch in front of my grill.
So do I.... Pops right out. Just goto mod the bottom clips slightly to make it easier. But it's possible with out modding it too

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