GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

Hey I'm a car novice, but need to replace the entire headlight in my
2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Is this an easy fix, or am I getting myself
into trouble here?

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlamps.htm
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com wrote:
>
> Hey I'm a car novice, but need to replace the entire headlight in my
> 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Is this an easy fix, or am I getting myself
> into trouble here?

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlamps.htm
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com wrote:
>
> Hey I'm a car novice, but need to replace the entire headlight in my
> 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Is this an easy fix, or am I getting myself
> into trouble here?

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlamps.htm
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com wrote:
>
> Hey I'm a car novice, but need to replace the entire headlight in my
> 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Is this an easy fix, or am I getting myself
> into trouble here?

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

Leigh,

Yes, it is an easy replacement as there is only one screw that holds the
headlamp assemblies on.

It has a 7 mm head and is located on top of the assembly connected through a
plastic tab. The bolt itself is quite long (6-8 inches) but there are only
threads at the end.

After that bolt is removed there are three spring loaded ball mounts. You
grasp the headlamp unit securely and pull straight ahead with a very slight
rocking motion to pull the mounts clear.

You will think there are other fasteners as the ball mounts will be quite
stiff if they have never been removed before but they will come out without
the use of any prying tools.

I have found that a spot of axle or chassis grease in the mount will make
any further removals much easier.

http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem.jpg


May we ask why you need to replace the whole assembly?



<Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
news:1150916498.096622.312320@p79g2000cwp.googlegr oups.com...
> Hey I'm a car novice, but need to replace the entire headlight in my
> 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Is this an easy fix, or am I getting myself
> into trouble here?
>

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

Leigh,

Yes, it is an easy replacement as there is only one screw that holds the
headlamp assemblies on.

It has a 7 mm head and is located on top of the assembly connected through a
plastic tab. The bolt itself is quite long (6-8 inches) but there are only
threads at the end.

After that bolt is removed there are three spring loaded ball mounts. You
grasp the headlamp unit securely and pull straight ahead with a very slight
rocking motion to pull the mounts clear.

You will think there are other fasteners as the ball mounts will be quite
stiff if they have never been removed before but they will come out without
the use of any prying tools.

I have found that a spot of axle or chassis grease in the mount will make
any further removals much easier.

http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem.jpg


May we ask why you need to replace the whole assembly?



<Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
news:1150916498.096622.312320@p79g2000cwp.googlegr oups.com...
> Hey I'm a car novice, but need to replace the entire headlight in my
> 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Is this an easy fix, or am I getting myself
> into trouble here?
>

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

Leigh,

Yes, it is an easy replacement as there is only one screw that holds the
headlamp assemblies on.

It has a 7 mm head and is located on top of the assembly connected through a
plastic tab. The bolt itself is quite long (6-8 inches) but there are only
threads at the end.

After that bolt is removed there are three spring loaded ball mounts. You
grasp the headlamp unit securely and pull straight ahead with a very slight
rocking motion to pull the mounts clear.

You will think there are other fasteners as the ball mounts will be quite
stiff if they have never been removed before but they will come out without
the use of any prying tools.

I have found that a spot of axle or chassis grease in the mount will make
any further removals much easier.

http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem.jpg


May we ask why you need to replace the whole assembly?



<Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
news:1150916498.096622.312320@p79g2000cwp.googlegr oups.com...
> Hey I'm a car novice, but need to replace the entire headlight in my
> 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Is this an easy fix, or am I getting myself
> into trouble here?
>

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

I thought it sounded easy, but now I'm stuck in the garage trying to
pry the thing out. It won't budge.

This is what happened: I almost got in a wreck on the freeway and
instead hit a few construction barrels. They put a dent in my hood,
scratched the paint and cracked my headlight casing. That's why I'm
trying to pull it out, but it won't budge.

Any advice?

billy ray wrote:
> Leigh,
>
> Yes, it is an easy replacement as there is only one screw that holds the
> headlamp assemblies on.
>
> It has a 7 mm head and is located on top of the assembly connected through a
> plastic tab. The bolt itself is quite long (6-8 inches) but there are only
> threads at the end.
>
> After that bolt is removed there are three spring loaded ball mounts. You
> grasp the headlamp unit securely and pull straight ahead with a very slight
> rocking motion to pull the mounts clear.
>
> You will think there are other fasteners as the ball mounts will be quite
> stiff if they have never been removed before but they will come out without
> the use of any prying tools.
>
> I have found that a spot of axle or chassis grease in the mount will make
> any further removals much easier.
>
> http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem.jpg
>
>
> May we ask why you need to replace the whole assembly?
>
>
>
> <Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
> news:1150916498.096622.312320@p79g2000cwp.googlegr oups.com...
> > Hey I'm a car novice, but need to replace the entire headlight in my
> > 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Is this an easy fix, or am I getting myself
> > into trouble here?
> >

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

I thought it sounded easy, but now I'm stuck in the garage trying to
pry the thing out. It won't budge.

This is what happened: I almost got in a wreck on the freeway and
instead hit a few construction barrels. They put a dent in my hood,
scratched the paint and cracked my headlight casing. That's why I'm
trying to pull it out, but it won't budge.

Any advice?

billy ray wrote:
> Leigh,
>
> Yes, it is an easy replacement as there is only one screw that holds the
> headlamp assemblies on.
>
> It has a 7 mm head and is located on top of the assembly connected through a
> plastic tab. The bolt itself is quite long (6-8 inches) but there are only
> threads at the end.
>
> After that bolt is removed there are three spring loaded ball mounts. You
> grasp the headlamp unit securely and pull straight ahead with a very slight
> rocking motion to pull the mounts clear.
>
> You will think there are other fasteners as the ball mounts will be quite
> stiff if they have never been removed before but they will come out without
> the use of any prying tools.
>
> I have found that a spot of axle or chassis grease in the mount will make
> any further removals much easier.
>
> http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem.jpg
>
>
> May we ask why you need to replace the whole assembly?
>
>
>
> <Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
> news:1150916498.096622.312320@p79g2000cwp.googlegr oups.com...
> > Hey I'm a car novice, but need to replace the entire headlight in my
> > 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Is this an easy fix, or am I getting myself
> > into trouble here?
> >

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

I thought it sounded easy, but now I'm stuck in the garage trying to
pry the thing out. It won't budge.

This is what happened: I almost got in a wreck on the freeway and
instead hit a few construction barrels. They put a dent in my hood,
scratched the paint and cracked my headlight casing. That's why I'm
trying to pull it out, but it won't budge.

Any advice?

billy ray wrote:
> Leigh,
>
> Yes, it is an easy replacement as there is only one screw that holds the
> headlamp assemblies on.
>
> It has a 7 mm head and is located on top of the assembly connected through a
> plastic tab. The bolt itself is quite long (6-8 inches) but there are only
> threads at the end.
>
> After that bolt is removed there are three spring loaded ball mounts. You
> grasp the headlamp unit securely and pull straight ahead with a very slight
> rocking motion to pull the mounts clear.
>
> You will think there are other fasteners as the ball mounts will be quite
> stiff if they have never been removed before but they will come out without
> the use of any prying tools.
>
> I have found that a spot of axle or chassis grease in the mount will make
> any further removals much easier.
>
> http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem.jpg
>
>
> May we ask why you need to replace the whole assembly?
>
>
>
> <Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
> news:1150916498.096622.312320@p79g2000cwp.googlegr oups.com...
> > Hey I'm a car novice, but need to replace the entire headlight in my
> > 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Is this an easy fix, or am I getting myself
> > into trouble here?
> >

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

Grasp the headlight assembly on the upper inboard and lower
outboard corners and wiggle and pull very firmly outward to disengage
the 3 ball stud alignment posts from their sockets (be cautious of the
sharp edges of the grille and fender areas surrounding the headlamp).
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com wrote:
>
> I thought it sounded easy, but now I'm stuck in the garage trying to
> pry the thing out. It won't budge.
>
> This is what happened: I almost got in a wreck on the freeway and
> instead hit a few construction barrels. They put a dent in my hood,
> scratched the paint and cracked my headlight casing. That's why I'm
> trying to pull it out, but it won't budge.
>
> Any advice?

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

Grasp the headlight assembly on the upper inboard and lower
outboard corners and wiggle and pull very firmly outward to disengage
the 3 ball stud alignment posts from their sockets (be cautious of the
sharp edges of the grille and fender areas surrounding the headlamp).
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com wrote:
>
> I thought it sounded easy, but now I'm stuck in the garage trying to
> pry the thing out. It won't budge.
>
> This is what happened: I almost got in a wreck on the freeway and
> instead hit a few construction barrels. They put a dent in my hood,
> scratched the paint and cracked my headlight casing. That's why I'm
> trying to pull it out, but it won't budge.
>
> Any advice?

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

Grasp the headlight assembly on the upper inboard and lower
outboard corners and wiggle and pull very firmly outward to disengage
the 3 ball stud alignment posts from their sockets (be cautious of the
sharp edges of the grille and fender areas surrounding the headlamp).
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com wrote:
>
> I thought it sounded easy, but now I'm stuck in the garage trying to
> pry the thing out. It won't budge.
>
> This is what happened: I almost got in a wreck on the freeway and
> instead hit a few construction barrels. They put a dent in my hood,
> scratched the paint and cracked my headlight casing. That's why I'm
> trying to pull it out, but it won't budge.
>
> Any advice?

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

Okay, If you take a long screwdriver and slide it into the slot behind the
headlight unit you can GENTLY pry the assemble forward a bit, move to the
side a bit and then GENTLY pry again, move a bit and then GENTLY pry again.

After a few GENTLE tries you should feel it move out of the ball retainers.
Be sure to add a bit of grease into the plastic ball retainers before
reassemble.

If you need, I can snap a few pix and e-mail them..


<Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
news:1150933827.536643.213330@b68g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>I thought it sounded easy, but now I'm stuck in the garage trying to
> pry the thing out. It won't budge.
>
> This is what happened: I almost got in a wreck on the freeway and
> instead hit a few construction barrels. They put a dent in my hood,
> scratched the paint and cracked my headlight casing. That's why I'm
> trying to pull it out, but it won't budge.
>
> Any advice?
>
> billy ray wrote:
>> Leigh,
>>
>> Yes, it is an easy replacement as there is only one screw that holds the
>> headlamp assemblies on.
>>
>> It has a 7 mm head and is located on top of the assembly connected
>> through a
>> plastic tab. The bolt itself is quite long (6-8 inches) but there are
>> only
>> threads at the end.
>>
>> After that bolt is removed there are three spring loaded ball mounts.
>> You
>> grasp the headlamp unit securely and pull straight ahead with a very
>> slight
>> rocking motion to pull the mounts clear.
>>
>> You will think there are other fasteners as the ball mounts will be quite
>> stiff if they have never been removed before but they will come out
>> without
>> the use of any prying tools.
>>
>> I have found that a spot of axle or chassis grease in the mount will make
>> any further removals much easier.
>>
>> http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem.jpg
>>
>>
>> May we ask why you need to replace the whole assembly?
>>
>>
>>
>> <Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
>> news:1150916498.096622.312320@p79g2000cwp.googlegr oups.com...
>> > Hey I'm a car novice, but need to replace the entire headlight in my
>> > 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Is this an easy fix, or am I getting myself
>> > into trouble here?
>> >
>

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

Okay, If you take a long screwdriver and slide it into the slot behind the
headlight unit you can GENTLY pry the assemble forward a bit, move to the
side a bit and then GENTLY pry again, move a bit and then GENTLY pry again.

After a few GENTLE tries you should feel it move out of the ball retainers.
Be sure to add a bit of grease into the plastic ball retainers before
reassemble.

If you need, I can snap a few pix and e-mail them..


<Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
news:1150933827.536643.213330@b68g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>I thought it sounded easy, but now I'm stuck in the garage trying to
> pry the thing out. It won't budge.
>
> This is what happened: I almost got in a wreck on the freeway and
> instead hit a few construction barrels. They put a dent in my hood,
> scratched the paint and cracked my headlight casing. That's why I'm
> trying to pull it out, but it won't budge.
>
> Any advice?
>
> billy ray wrote:
>> Leigh,
>>
>> Yes, it is an easy replacement as there is only one screw that holds the
>> headlamp assemblies on.
>>
>> It has a 7 mm head and is located on top of the assembly connected
>> through a
>> plastic tab. The bolt itself is quite long (6-8 inches) but there are
>> only
>> threads at the end.
>>
>> After that bolt is removed there are three spring loaded ball mounts.
>> You
>> grasp the headlamp unit securely and pull straight ahead with a very
>> slight
>> rocking motion to pull the mounts clear.
>>
>> You will think there are other fasteners as the ball mounts will be quite
>> stiff if they have never been removed before but they will come out
>> without
>> the use of any prying tools.
>>
>> I have found that a spot of axle or chassis grease in the mount will make
>> any further removals much easier.
>>
>> http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem.jpg
>>
>>
>> May we ask why you need to replace the whole assembly?
>>
>>
>>
>> <Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
>> news:1150916498.096622.312320@p79g2000cwp.googlegr oups.com...
>> > Hey I'm a car novice, but need to replace the entire headlight in my
>> > 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Is this an easy fix, or am I getting myself
>> > into trouble here?
>> >
>

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

Okay, If you take a long screwdriver and slide it into the slot behind the
headlight unit you can GENTLY pry the assemble forward a bit, move to the
side a bit and then GENTLY pry again, move a bit and then GENTLY pry again.

After a few GENTLE tries you should feel it move out of the ball retainers.
Be sure to add a bit of grease into the plastic ball retainers before
reassemble.

If you need, I can snap a few pix and e-mail them..


<Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
news:1150933827.536643.213330@b68g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>I thought it sounded easy, but now I'm stuck in the garage trying to
> pry the thing out. It won't budge.
>
> This is what happened: I almost got in a wreck on the freeway and
> instead hit a few construction barrels. They put a dent in my hood,
> scratched the paint and cracked my headlight casing. That's why I'm
> trying to pull it out, but it won't budge.
>
> Any advice?
>
> billy ray wrote:
>> Leigh,
>>
>> Yes, it is an easy replacement as there is only one screw that holds the
>> headlamp assemblies on.
>>
>> It has a 7 mm head and is located on top of the assembly connected
>> through a
>> plastic tab. The bolt itself is quite long (6-8 inches) but there are
>> only
>> threads at the end.
>>
>> After that bolt is removed there are three spring loaded ball mounts.
>> You
>> grasp the headlamp unit securely and pull straight ahead with a very
>> slight
>> rocking motion to pull the mounts clear.
>>
>> You will think there are other fasteners as the ball mounts will be quite
>> stiff if they have never been removed before but they will come out
>> without
>> the use of any prying tools.
>>
>> I have found that a spot of axle or chassis grease in the mount will make
>> any further removals much easier.
>>
>> http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem.jpg
>>
>>
>> May we ask why you need to replace the whole assembly?
>>
>>
>>
>> <Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
>> news:1150916498.096622.312320@p79g2000cwp.googlegr oups.com...
>> > Hey I'm a car novice, but need to replace the entire headlight in my
>> > 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Is this an easy fix, or am I getting myself
>> > into trouble here?
>> >
>

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

OK guys you must think I'm an idiot (well, I am with cars) but now I
have another question. I FINALLY pried the sucker out, but now I can't
see how to unplug the old headlight and plug in the new one. I tried
going underneath the car, through the tiny opening -- nothing. Any more
clues?


billy ray wrote:
> Okay, If you take a long screwdriver and slide it into the slot behind the
> headlight unit you can GENTLY pry the assemble forward a bit, move to the
> side a bit and then GENTLY pry again, move a bit and then GENTLY pry again.
>
> After a few GENTLE tries you should feel it move out of the ball retainers.
> Be sure to add a bit of grease into the plastic ball retainers before
> reassemble.
>
> If you need, I can snap a few pix and e-mail them..
>
>
> <Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
> news:1150933827.536643.213330@b68g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
> >I thought it sounded easy, but now I'm stuck in the garage trying to
> > pry the thing out. It won't budge.
> >
> > This is what happened: I almost got in a wreck on the freeway and
> > instead hit a few construction barrels. They put a dent in my hood,
> > scratched the paint and cracked my headlight casing. That's why I'm
> > trying to pull it out, but it won't budge.
> >
> > Any advice?
> >
> > billy ray wrote:
> >> Leigh,
> >>
> >> Yes, it is an easy replacement as there is only one screw that holds the
> >> headlamp assemblies on.
> >>
> >> It has a 7 mm head and is located on top of the assembly connected
> >> through a
> >> plastic tab. The bolt itself is quite long (6-8 inches) but there are
> >> only
> >> threads at the end.
> >>
> >> After that bolt is removed there are three spring loaded ball mounts.
> >> You
> >> grasp the headlamp unit securely and pull straight ahead with a very
> >> slight
> >> rocking motion to pull the mounts clear.
> >>
> >> You will think there are other fasteners as the ball mounts will be quite
> >> stiff if they have never been removed before but they will come out
> >> without
> >> the use of any prying tools.
> >>
> >> I have found that a spot of axle or chassis grease in the mount will make
> >> any further removals much easier.
> >>
> >> http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem.jpg
> >>
> >>
> >> May we ask why you need to replace the whole assembly?
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> <Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
> >> news:1150916498.096622.312320@p79g2000cwp.googlegr oups.com...
> >> > Hey I'm a car novice, but need to replace the entire headlight in my
> >> > 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Is this an easy fix, or am I getting myself
> >> > into trouble here?
> >> >
> >

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

OK guys you must think I'm an idiot (well, I am with cars) but now I
have another question. I FINALLY pried the sucker out, but now I can't
see how to unplug the old headlight and plug in the new one. I tried
going underneath the car, through the tiny opening -- nothing. Any more
clues?


billy ray wrote:
> Okay, If you take a long screwdriver and slide it into the slot behind the
> headlight unit you can GENTLY pry the assemble forward a bit, move to the
> side a bit and then GENTLY pry again, move a bit and then GENTLY pry again.
>
> After a few GENTLE tries you should feel it move out of the ball retainers.
> Be sure to add a bit of grease into the plastic ball retainers before
> reassemble.
>
> If you need, I can snap a few pix and e-mail them..
>
>
> <Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
> news:1150933827.536643.213330@b68g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
> >I thought it sounded easy, but now I'm stuck in the garage trying to
> > pry the thing out. It won't budge.
> >
> > This is what happened: I almost got in a wreck on the freeway and
> > instead hit a few construction barrels. They put a dent in my hood,
> > scratched the paint and cracked my headlight casing. That's why I'm
> > trying to pull it out, but it won't budge.
> >
> > Any advice?
> >
> > billy ray wrote:
> >> Leigh,
> >>
> >> Yes, it is an easy replacement as there is only one screw that holds the
> >> headlamp assemblies on.
> >>
> >> It has a 7 mm head and is located on top of the assembly connected
> >> through a
> >> plastic tab. The bolt itself is quite long (6-8 inches) but there are
> >> only
> >> threads at the end.
> >>
> >> After that bolt is removed there are three spring loaded ball mounts.
> >> You
> >> grasp the headlamp unit securely and pull straight ahead with a very
> >> slight
> >> rocking motion to pull the mounts clear.
> >>
> >> You will think there are other fasteners as the ball mounts will be quite
> >> stiff if they have never been removed before but they will come out
> >> without
> >> the use of any prying tools.
> >>
> >> I have found that a spot of axle or chassis grease in the mount will make
> >> any further removals much easier.
> >>
> >> http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem.jpg
> >>
> >>
> >> May we ask why you need to replace the whole assembly?
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> <Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
> >> news:1150916498.096622.312320@p79g2000cwp.googlegr oups.com...
> >> > Hey I'm a car novice, but need to replace the entire headlight in my
> >> > 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Is this an easy fix, or am I getting myself
> >> > into trouble here?
> >> >
> >

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

OK guys you must think I'm an idiot (well, I am with cars) but now I
have another question. I FINALLY pried the sucker out, but now I can't
see how to unplug the old headlight and plug in the new one. I tried
going underneath the car, through the tiny opening -- nothing. Any more
clues?


billy ray wrote:
> Okay, If you take a long screwdriver and slide it into the slot behind the
> headlight unit you can GENTLY pry the assemble forward a bit, move to the
> side a bit and then GENTLY pry again, move a bit and then GENTLY pry again.
>
> After a few GENTLE tries you should feel it move out of the ball retainers.
> Be sure to add a bit of grease into the plastic ball retainers before
> reassemble.
>
> If you need, I can snap a few pix and e-mail them..
>
>
> <Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
> news:1150933827.536643.213330@b68g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
> >I thought it sounded easy, but now I'm stuck in the garage trying to
> > pry the thing out. It won't budge.
> >
> > This is what happened: I almost got in a wreck on the freeway and
> > instead hit a few construction barrels. They put a dent in my hood,
> > scratched the paint and cracked my headlight casing. That's why I'm
> > trying to pull it out, but it won't budge.
> >
> > Any advice?
> >
> > billy ray wrote:
> >> Leigh,
> >>
> >> Yes, it is an easy replacement as there is only one screw that holds the
> >> headlamp assemblies on.
> >>
> >> It has a 7 mm head and is located on top of the assembly connected
> >> through a
> >> plastic tab. The bolt itself is quite long (6-8 inches) but there are
> >> only
> >> threads at the end.
> >>
> >> After that bolt is removed there are three spring loaded ball mounts.
> >> You
> >> grasp the headlamp unit securely and pull straight ahead with a very
> >> slight
> >> rocking motion to pull the mounts clear.
> >>
> >> You will think there are other fasteners as the ball mounts will be quite
> >> stiff if they have never been removed before but they will come out
> >> without
> >> the use of any prying tools.
> >>
> >> I have found that a spot of axle or chassis grease in the mount will make
> >> any further removals much easier.
> >>
> >> http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem.jpg
> >>
> >>
> >> May we ask why you need to replace the whole assembly?
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> <Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
> >> news:1150916498.096622.312320@p79g2000cwp.googlegr oups.com...
> >> > Hey I'm a car novice, but need to replace the entire headlight in my
> >> > 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Is this an easy fix, or am I getting myself
> >> > into trouble here?
> >> >
> >

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

Righty tighty, lefty loosy, DO NOT TOUCH BULB!
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com wrote:
>
> OK guys you must think I'm an idiot (well, I am with cars) but now I
> have another question. I FINALLY pried the sucker out, but now I can't
> see how to unplug the old headlight and plug in the new one. I tried
> going underneath the car, through the tiny opening -- nothing. Any more
> clues?

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

Righty tighty, lefty loosy, DO NOT TOUCH BULB!
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com wrote:
>
> OK guys you must think I'm an idiot (well, I am with cars) but now I
> have another question. I FINALLY pried the sucker out, but now I can't
> see how to unplug the old headlight and plug in the new one. I tried
> going underneath the car, through the tiny opening -- nothing. Any more
> clues?

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

Righty tighty, lefty loosy, DO NOT TOUCH BULB!
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com wrote:
>
> OK guys you must think I'm an idiot (well, I am with cars) but now I
> have another question. I FINALLY pried the sucker out, but now I can't
> see how to unplug the old headlight and plug in the new one. I tried
> going underneath the car, through the tiny opening -- nothing. Any more
> clues?

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

Okay, You see all the individual wires, they go to each of the individual
lamp units within the assembly.

Grasp the rubber/plastic firmly and rotate .... probably
counter-clockwise... only maybe... a quarter turn. Then pull and wiggle to
disengage from the socket.

Be careful not to touch the glass part of the bulb itself as skin oil may
case the bulb to overheat and shatter. (you may clean with alcohol)

We are almost there...



<Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
news:1150935159.592952.183540@p79g2000cwp.googlegr oups.com...
> OK guys you must think I'm an idiot (well, I am with cars) but now I
> have another question. I FINALLY pried the sucker out, but now I can't
> see how to unplug the old headlight and plug in the new one. I tried
> going underneath the car, through the tiny opening -- nothing. Any more
> clues?
>
>
> billy ray wrote:
>> Okay, If you take a long screwdriver and slide it into the slot behind
>> the
>> headlight unit you can GENTLY pry the assemble forward a bit, move to the
>> side a bit and then GENTLY pry again, move a bit and then GENTLY pry
>> again.
>>
>> After a few GENTLE tries you should feel it move out of the ball
>> retainers.
>> Be sure to add a bit of grease into the plastic ball retainers before
>> reassemble.
>>
>> If you need, I can snap a few pix and e-mail them..
>>
>>
>> <Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
>> news:1150933827.536643.213330@b68g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>> >I thought it sounded easy, but now I'm stuck in the garage trying to
>> > pry the thing out. It won't budge.
>> >
>> > This is what happened: I almost got in a wreck on the freeway and
>> > instead hit a few construction barrels. They put a dent in my hood,
>> > scratched the paint and cracked my headlight casing. That's why I'm
>> > trying to pull it out, but it won't budge.
>> >
>> > Any advice?
>> >
>> > billy ray wrote:
>> >> Leigh,
>> >>
>> >> Yes, it is an easy replacement as there is only one screw that holds
>> >> the
>> >> headlamp assemblies on.
>> >>
>> >> It has a 7 mm head and is located on top of the assembly connected
>> >> through a
>> >> plastic tab. The bolt itself is quite long (6-8 inches) but there are
>> >> only
>> >> threads at the end.
>> >>
>> >> After that bolt is removed there are three spring loaded ball mounts.
>> >> You
>> >> grasp the headlamp unit securely and pull straight ahead with a very
>> >> slight
>> >> rocking motion to pull the mounts clear.
>> >>
>> >> You will think there are other fasteners as the ball mounts will be
>> >> quite
>> >> stiff if they have never been removed before but they will come out
>> >> without
>> >> the use of any prying tools.
>> >>
>> >> I have found that a spot of axle or chassis grease in the mount will
>> >> make
>> >> any further removals much easier.
>> >>
>> >> http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem.jpg
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> May we ask why you need to replace the whole assembly?
>> >>
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> <Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
>> >> news:1150916498.096622.312320@p79g2000cwp.googlegr oups.com...
>> >> > Hey I'm a car novice, but need to replace the entire headlight in my
>> >> > 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Is this an easy fix, or am I getting
>> >> > myself
>> >> > into trouble here?
>> >> >
>> >
>

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

Okay, You see all the individual wires, they go to each of the individual
lamp units within the assembly.

Grasp the rubber/plastic firmly and rotate .... probably
counter-clockwise... only maybe... a quarter turn. Then pull and wiggle to
disengage from the socket.

Be careful not to touch the glass part of the bulb itself as skin oil may
case the bulb to overheat and shatter. (you may clean with alcohol)

We are almost there...



<Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
news:1150935159.592952.183540@p79g2000cwp.googlegr oups.com...
> OK guys you must think I'm an idiot (well, I am with cars) but now I
> have another question. I FINALLY pried the sucker out, but now I can't
> see how to unplug the old headlight and plug in the new one. I tried
> going underneath the car, through the tiny opening -- nothing. Any more
> clues?
>
>
> billy ray wrote:
>> Okay, If you take a long screwdriver and slide it into the slot behind
>> the
>> headlight unit you can GENTLY pry the assemble forward a bit, move to the
>> side a bit and then GENTLY pry again, move a bit and then GENTLY pry
>> again.
>>
>> After a few GENTLE tries you should feel it move out of the ball
>> retainers.
>> Be sure to add a bit of grease into the plastic ball retainers before
>> reassemble.
>>
>> If you need, I can snap a few pix and e-mail them..
>>
>>
>> <Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
>> news:1150933827.536643.213330@b68g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>> >I thought it sounded easy, but now I'm stuck in the garage trying to
>> > pry the thing out. It won't budge.
>> >
>> > This is what happened: I almost got in a wreck on the freeway and
>> > instead hit a few construction barrels. They put a dent in my hood,
>> > scratched the paint and cracked my headlight casing. That's why I'm
>> > trying to pull it out, but it won't budge.
>> >
>> > Any advice?
>> >
>> > billy ray wrote:
>> >> Leigh,
>> >>
>> >> Yes, it is an easy replacement as there is only one screw that holds
>> >> the
>> >> headlamp assemblies on.
>> >>
>> >> It has a 7 mm head and is located on top of the assembly connected
>> >> through a
>> >> plastic tab. The bolt itself is quite long (6-8 inches) but there are
>> >> only
>> >> threads at the end.
>> >>
>> >> After that bolt is removed there are three spring loaded ball mounts.
>> >> You
>> >> grasp the headlamp unit securely and pull straight ahead with a very
>> >> slight
>> >> rocking motion to pull the mounts clear.
>> >>
>> >> You will think there are other fasteners as the ball mounts will be
>> >> quite
>> >> stiff if they have never been removed before but they will come out
>> >> without
>> >> the use of any prying tools.
>> >>
>> >> I have found that a spot of axle or chassis grease in the mount will
>> >> make
>> >> any further removals much easier.
>> >>
>> >> http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem.jpg
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> May we ask why you need to replace the whole assembly?
>> >>
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> <Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
>> >> news:1150916498.096622.312320@p79g2000cwp.googlegr oups.com...
>> >> > Hey I'm a car novice, but need to replace the entire headlight in my
>> >> > 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Is this an easy fix, or am I getting
>> >> > myself
>> >> > into trouble here?
>> >> >
>> >
>

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

Okay, You see all the individual wires, they go to each of the individual
lamp units within the assembly.

Grasp the rubber/plastic firmly and rotate .... probably
counter-clockwise... only maybe... a quarter turn. Then pull and wiggle to
disengage from the socket.

Be careful not to touch the glass part of the bulb itself as skin oil may
case the bulb to overheat and shatter. (you may clean with alcohol)

We are almost there...



<Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
news:1150935159.592952.183540@p79g2000cwp.googlegr oups.com...
> OK guys you must think I'm an idiot (well, I am with cars) but now I
> have another question. I FINALLY pried the sucker out, but now I can't
> see how to unplug the old headlight and plug in the new one. I tried
> going underneath the car, through the tiny opening -- nothing. Any more
> clues?
>
>
> billy ray wrote:
>> Okay, If you take a long screwdriver and slide it into the slot behind
>> the
>> headlight unit you can GENTLY pry the assemble forward a bit, move to the
>> side a bit and then GENTLY pry again, move a bit and then GENTLY pry
>> again.
>>
>> After a few GENTLE tries you should feel it move out of the ball
>> retainers.
>> Be sure to add a bit of grease into the plastic ball retainers before
>> reassemble.
>>
>> If you need, I can snap a few pix and e-mail them..
>>
>>
>> <Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
>> news:1150933827.536643.213330@b68g2000cwa.googlegr oups.com...
>> >I thought it sounded easy, but now I'm stuck in the garage trying to
>> > pry the thing out. It won't budge.
>> >
>> > This is what happened: I almost got in a wreck on the freeway and
>> > instead hit a few construction barrels. They put a dent in my hood,
>> > scratched the paint and cracked my headlight casing. That's why I'm
>> > trying to pull it out, but it won't budge.
>> >
>> > Any advice?
>> >
>> > billy ray wrote:
>> >> Leigh,
>> >>
>> >> Yes, it is an easy replacement as there is only one screw that holds
>> >> the
>> >> headlamp assemblies on.
>> >>
>> >> It has a 7 mm head and is located on top of the assembly connected
>> >> through a
>> >> plastic tab. The bolt itself is quite long (6-8 inches) but there are
>> >> only
>> >> threads at the end.
>> >>
>> >> After that bolt is removed there are three spring loaded ball mounts.
>> >> You
>> >> grasp the headlamp unit securely and pull straight ahead with a very
>> >> slight
>> >> rocking motion to pull the mounts clear.
>> >>
>> >> You will think there are other fasteners as the ball mounts will be
>> >> quite
>> >> stiff if they have never been removed before but they will come out
>> >> without
>> >> the use of any prying tools.
>> >>
>> >> I have found that a spot of axle or chassis grease in the mount will
>> >> make
>> >> any further removals much easier.
>> >>
>> >> http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem.jpg
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> May we ask why you need to replace the whole assembly?
>> >>
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> <Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
>> >> news:1150916498.096622.312320@p79g2000cwp.googlegr oups.com...
>> >> > Hey I'm a car novice, but need to replace the entire headlight in my
>> >> > 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Is this an easy fix, or am I getting
>> >> > myself
>> >> > into trouble here?
>> >> >
>> >
>

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

No, I'm not replacing the bulb, but the entire unit of the headlight
(plastic encasing and all). I need to unplug the electrical and plug in
the new head light. I can't see where it is plugging in to.

L.W.(Bill) ------ III wrote:
> Righty tighty, lefty loosy, DO NOT TOUCH BULB!
> God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
> mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>
> Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com wrote:
> >
> > OK guys you must think I'm an idiot (well, I am with cars) but now I
> > have another question. I FINALLY pried the sucker out, but now I can't
> > see how to unplug the old headlight and plug in the new one. I tried
> > going underneath the car, through the tiny opening -- nothing. Any more
> > clues?

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

No, I'm not replacing the bulb, but the entire unit of the headlight
(plastic encasing and all). I need to unplug the electrical and plug in
the new head light. I can't see where it is plugging in to.

L.W.(Bill) ------ III wrote:
> Righty tighty, lefty loosy, DO NOT TOUCH BULB!
> God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
> mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>
> Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com wrote:
> >
> > OK guys you must think I'm an idiot (well, I am with cars) but now I
> > have another question. I FINALLY pried the sucker out, but now I can't
> > see how to unplug the old headlight and plug in the new one. I tried
> > going underneath the car, through the tiny opening -- nothing. Any more
> > clues?

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

No, I'm not replacing the bulb, but the entire unit of the headlight
(plastic encasing and all). I need to unplug the electrical and plug in
the new head light. I can't see where it is plugging in to.

L.W.(Bill) ------ III wrote:
> Righty tighty, lefty loosy, DO NOT TOUCH BULB!
> God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
> mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>
> Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com wrote:
> >
> > OK guys you must think I'm an idiot (well, I am with cars) but now I
> > have another question. I FINALLY pried the sucker out, but now I can't
> > see how to unplug the old headlight and plug in the new one. I tried
> > going underneath the car, through the tiny opening -- nothing. Any more
> > clues?

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

Follow the wires. Where they connect to the headlamp unit you grasp there
and rotate counter-clockwise (Lefty=loosie) about a quarter turn. If they
have never been out they may be 'stuck".

I've had, on occasion, to use pliers to GENTLY grasp the connector and
GENTLY turn it. Once it breaks free it will turn a bit (about a quarter
turn) and then stop. At this point you GENTLY pull/wiggle the connector
straight back out.

When I get the bulbs out I apply just a VERY THIN amount of grease to the
gasket to prevent further sticking. That is.... I wipe a very thin layer on
and then wipe 99% back off.

Do not get any on the bulb. (may clean with alcohol)

Please see bottom right picture (click to enlarge)
http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem.jpg

DO not touch the headlight adjustment screw...

"Leigh" <Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
news:1150935758.920146.27760@g10g2000cwb.googlegro ups.com...
> No, I'm not replacing the bulb, but the entire unit of the headlight
> (plastic encasing and all). I need to unplug the electrical and plug in
> the new head light. I can't see where it is plugging in to.
>
> L.W.(Bill) ------ III wrote:
>> Righty tighty, lefty loosy, DO NOT TOUCH BULB!
>> God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
>> mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>>
>> Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com wrote:
>> >
>> > OK guys you must think I'm an idiot (well, I am with cars) but now I
>> > have another question. I FINALLY pried the sucker out, but now I can't
>> > see how to unplug the old headlight and plug in the new one. I tried
>> > going underneath the car, through the tiny opening -- nothing. Any more
>> > clues?
>

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

Follow the wires. Where they connect to the headlamp unit you grasp there
and rotate counter-clockwise (Lefty=loosie) about a quarter turn. If they
have never been out they may be 'stuck".

I've had, on occasion, to use pliers to GENTLY grasp the connector and
GENTLY turn it. Once it breaks free it will turn a bit (about a quarter
turn) and then stop. At this point you GENTLY pull/wiggle the connector
straight back out.

When I get the bulbs out I apply just a VERY THIN amount of grease to the
gasket to prevent further sticking. That is.... I wipe a very thin layer on
and then wipe 99% back off.

Do not get any on the bulb. (may clean with alcohol)

Please see bottom right picture (click to enlarge)
http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem.jpg

DO not touch the headlight adjustment screw...

"Leigh" <Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
news:1150935758.920146.27760@g10g2000cwb.googlegro ups.com...
> No, I'm not replacing the bulb, but the entire unit of the headlight
> (plastic encasing and all). I need to unplug the electrical and plug in
> the new head light. I can't see where it is plugging in to.
>
> L.W.(Bill) ------ III wrote:
>> Righty tighty, lefty loosy, DO NOT TOUCH BULB!
>> God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
>> mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>>
>> Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com wrote:
>> >
>> > OK guys you must think I'm an idiot (well, I am with cars) but now I
>> > have another question. I FINALLY pried the sucker out, but now I can't
>> > see how to unplug the old headlight and plug in the new one. I tried
>> > going underneath the car, through the tiny opening -- nothing. Any more
>> > clues?
>

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

Follow the wires. Where they connect to the headlamp unit you grasp there
and rotate counter-clockwise (Lefty=loosie) about a quarter turn. If they
have never been out they may be 'stuck".

I've had, on occasion, to use pliers to GENTLY grasp the connector and
GENTLY turn it. Once it breaks free it will turn a bit (about a quarter
turn) and then stop. At this point you GENTLY pull/wiggle the connector
straight back out.

When I get the bulbs out I apply just a VERY THIN amount of grease to the
gasket to prevent further sticking. That is.... I wipe a very thin layer on
and then wipe 99% back off.

Do not get any on the bulb. (may clean with alcohol)

Please see bottom right picture (click to enlarge)
http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem.jpg

DO not touch the headlight adjustment screw...

"Leigh" <Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com> wrote in message
news:1150935758.920146.27760@g10g2000cwb.googlegro ups.com...
> No, I'm not replacing the bulb, but the entire unit of the headlight
> (plastic encasing and all). I need to unplug the electrical and plug in
> the new head light. I can't see where it is plugging in to.
>
> L.W.(Bill) ------ III wrote:
>> Righty tighty, lefty loosy, DO NOT TOUCH BULB!
>> God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
>> mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>>
>> Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com wrote:
>> >
>> > OK guys you must think I'm an idiot (well, I am with cars) but now I
>> > have another question. I FINALLY pried the sucker out, but now I can't
>> > see how to unplug the old headlight and plug in the new one. I tried
>> > going underneath the car, through the tiny opening -- nothing. Any more
>> > clues?
>

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

The harness snaps on, I use usually use a small screwdriver and try
like heck to release the plug and push it off at the same time, without
breaking off the tabs: http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem3a.jpg
They make the tools for this, but I wouldn't buy one as it would take me
out of my amateur standing.
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Leigh wrote:
>
> No, I'm not replacing the bulb, but the entire unit of the headlight
> (plastic encasing and all). I need to unplug the electrical and plug in
> the new head light. I can't see where it is plugging in to.

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

The harness snaps on, I use usually use a small screwdriver and try
like heck to release the plug and push it off at the same time, without
breaking off the tabs: http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem3a.jpg
They make the tools for this, but I wouldn't buy one as it would take me
out of my amateur standing.
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Leigh wrote:
>
> No, I'm not replacing the bulb, but the entire unit of the headlight
> (plastic encasing and all). I need to unplug the electrical and plug in
> the new head light. I can't see where it is plugging in to.

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

The harness snaps on, I use usually use a small screwdriver and try
like heck to release the plug and push it off at the same time, without
breaking off the tabs: http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem3a.jpg
They make the tools for this, but I wouldn't buy one as it would take me
out of my amateur standing.
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Leigh wrote:
>
> No, I'm not replacing the bulb, but the entire unit of the headlight
> (plastic encasing and all). I need to unplug the electrical and plug in
> the new head light. I can't see where it is plugging in to.

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

Ya know..... if someone wanted to de-amber their turn signal/running lights
this would be a good time to do it.

Expensive aftermarket bulbs actually use colored glass but low-bid factory
bulbs usually just have some kind of lacquer coating that would dissolve in
an OSHA approved safety solvent and could be wiped off with a rag.

Gasoline would also work well but, of course, is not approved and the bulb
would have to be cleaned with alcohol before reassembly.

But who would want to do that?




"L.W.(Bill) ------ III" <----------@cox.net> wrote in message
news:4499E5B0.82EA017C@cox.net...
> The harness snaps on, I use usually use a small screwdriver and try
> like heck to release the plug and push it off at the same time, without
> breaking off the tabs: http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem3a.jpg
> They make the tools for this, but I wouldn't buy one as it would take me
> out of my amateur standing.
> God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
> mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>
> Leigh wrote:
>>
>> No, I'm not replacing the bulb, but the entire unit of the headlight
>> (plastic encasing and all). I need to unplug the electrical and plug in
>> the new head light. I can't see where it is plugging in to.

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

Ya know..... if someone wanted to de-amber their turn signal/running lights
this would be a good time to do it.

Expensive aftermarket bulbs actually use colored glass but low-bid factory
bulbs usually just have some kind of lacquer coating that would dissolve in
an OSHA approved safety solvent and could be wiped off with a rag.

Gasoline would also work well but, of course, is not approved and the bulb
would have to be cleaned with alcohol before reassembly.

But who would want to do that?




"L.W.(Bill) ------ III" <----------@cox.net> wrote in message
news:4499E5B0.82EA017C@cox.net...
> The harness snaps on, I use usually use a small screwdriver and try
> like heck to release the plug and push it off at the same time, without
> breaking off the tabs: http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem3a.jpg
> They make the tools for this, but I wouldn't buy one as it would take me
> out of my amateur standing.
> God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
> mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>
> Leigh wrote:
>>
>> No, I'm not replacing the bulb, but the entire unit of the headlight
>> (plastic encasing and all). I need to unplug the electrical and plug in
>> the new head light. I can't see where it is plugging in to.

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

Ya know..... if someone wanted to de-amber their turn signal/running lights
this would be a good time to do it.

Expensive aftermarket bulbs actually use colored glass but low-bid factory
bulbs usually just have some kind of lacquer coating that would dissolve in
an OSHA approved safety solvent and could be wiped off with a rag.

Gasoline would also work well but, of course, is not approved and the bulb
would have to be cleaned with alcohol before reassembly.

But who would want to do that?




"L.W.(Bill) ------ III" <----------@cox.net> wrote in message
news:4499E5B0.82EA017C@cox.net...
> The harness snaps on, I use usually use a small screwdriver and try
> like heck to release the plug and push it off at the same time, without
> breaking off the tabs: http://www.wjjeeps.com/lamps/headlightrem3a.jpg
> They make the tools for this, but I wouldn't buy one as it would take me
> out of my amateur standing.
> God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
> mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>
> Leigh wrote:
>>
>> No, I'm not replacing the bulb, but the entire unit of the headlight
>> (plastic encasing and all). I need to unplug the electrical and plug in
>> the new head light. I can't see where it is plugging in to.

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

In article <4499DEBF.549B93B5@cox.net>,
L.W.(Bill) ------ III <----------@cox.net> wrote:
# Grasp the headlight assembly on the upper inboard and lower
#outboard corners and wiggle and pull very firmly outward to disengage
#the 3 ball stud alignment posts from their sockets (be cautious of the
#sharp edges of the grille and fender areas surrounding the headlamp).
# God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
#mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
#
#Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com wrote:
#>
#> I thought it sounded easy, but now I'm stuck in the garage trying to
#> pry the thing out. It won't budge.
#>
#> This is what happened: I almost got in a wreck on the freeway and
#> instead hit a few construction barrels. They put a dent in my hood,
#> scratched the paint and cracked my headlight casing. That's why I'm
#> trying to pull it out, but it won't budge.
#>
#> Any advice?

Here is the trick I use, but it needs to have a un-cracked surface to
work off of.

Borrow/buy a glass tool/data center tile tool. I say Borrow because
the Data Center one I have access to is f'ing 80 bucks...
http://www.processor.com/showcaseads...5&Return=Close

I am sure these are just a good at 10-30 bucks:
http://www.brandsonsale.com/glass-handling-tools.html
http://www.glass1usa.com/suctionCupsnov2001.html
http://www.thepartsbin.com/cartools/...ol-2003-d.html

Anyways...
Remove the bolt from the headlamp assembly, put the suction cup(s) on
the headlamp, and yank. Be careful not to pull on the wiring harness.

/herb

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

In article <4499DEBF.549B93B5@cox.net>,
L.W.(Bill) ------ III <----------@cox.net> wrote:
# Grasp the headlight assembly on the upper inboard and lower
#outboard corners and wiggle and pull very firmly outward to disengage
#the 3 ball stud alignment posts from their sockets (be cautious of the
#sharp edges of the grille and fender areas surrounding the headlamp).
# God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
#mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
#
#Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com wrote:
#>
#> I thought it sounded easy, but now I'm stuck in the garage trying to
#> pry the thing out. It won't budge.
#>
#> This is what happened: I almost got in a wreck on the freeway and
#> instead hit a few construction barrels. They put a dent in my hood,
#> scratched the paint and cracked my headlight casing. That's why I'm
#> trying to pull it out, but it won't budge.
#>
#> Any advice?

Here is the trick I use, but it needs to have a un-cracked surface to
work off of.

Borrow/buy a glass tool/data center tile tool. I say Borrow because
the Data Center one I have access to is f'ing 80 bucks...
http://www.processor.com/showcaseads...5&Return=Close

I am sure these are just a good at 10-30 bucks:
http://www.brandsonsale.com/glass-handling-tools.html
http://www.glass1usa.com/suctionCupsnov2001.html
http://www.thepartsbin.com/cartools/...ol-2003-d.html

Anyways...
Remove the bolt from the headlamp assembly, put the suction cup(s) on
the headlamp, and yank. Be careful not to pull on the wiring harness.

/herb

Re: GRAND CHEROKEE HEADLIGHT
 

In article <4499DEBF.549B93B5@cox.net>,
L.W.(Bill) ------ III <----------@cox.net> wrote:
# Grasp the headlight assembly on the upper inboard and lower
#outboard corners and wiggle and pull very firmly outward to disengage
#the 3 ball stud alignment posts from their sockets (be cautious of the
#sharp edges of the grille and fender areas surrounding the headlamp).
# God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
#mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
#
#Leigh.Dethman@gmail.com wrote:
#>
#> I thought it sounded easy, but now I'm stuck in the garage trying to
#> pry the thing out. It won't budge.
#>
#> This is what happened: I almost got in a wreck on the freeway and
#> instead hit a few construction barrels. They put a dent in my hood,
#> scratched the paint and cracked my headlight casing. That's why I'm
#> trying to pull it out, but it won't budge.
#>
#> Any advice?

Here is the trick I use, but it needs to have a un-cracked surface to
work off of.

Borrow/buy a glass tool/data center tile tool. I say Borrow because
the Data Center one I have access to is f'ing 80 bucks...
http://www.processor.com/showcaseads...5&Return=Close

I am sure these are just a good at 10-30 bucks:
http://www.brandsonsale.com/glass-handling-tools.html
http://www.glass1usa.com/suctionCupsnov2001.html
http://www.thepartsbin.com/cartools/...ol-2003-d.html

Anyways...
Remove the bolt from the headlamp assembly, put the suction cup(s) on
the headlamp, and yank. Be careful not to pull on the wiring harness.

/herb