How do you replace a headlight on a 2001 Dodge Stratus?

Answer 1

Pop the hood, there are two screws that hold the whole light assembly in the car. They are located on the top, left and right. One is longer than the other. Do not move the adjustment screws that are also located on the top. After removing the two screws mentioned earlier, the whole light assembly can be wiggled out the front. It is tight going through, I had to gently use a small screw driver to move the trim out of the way. Once you get the assembly on the bumper there is just enough room to reach on the back side and turn the big plastic horseshoe shaped retainer to the left about an inch and the retainer and bulb comes right out. Notice how the horseshoe retaining ring is positined and how much it needs to turn to lock so when you are juggling it back together you "know" it is locked and correct. Mark it if it helps you line it up. Whatever you do, DO NOT TOUCH THE NEW REPLACEMENT BULB WITH YOUR BARE HANDS. These new type bulbs get really hot and the oil from your skin will ruin the bulb very quickly, if not immediately. There goes $10 down the drain. I use a clean cloth or rubber gloves...anything clean. Test the lights before wiggling the whole thing back inside the car.