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Old 08-27-2007, 03:53 PM
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Black Headlights

OK, I took the jump and bought the Black headlights. From what I can gather I have the remove the Front Grille / Bumper?
Also since these lights came without the the amber side marker and parking light lenses, I need amber bulbs.
However, I can't seem to find any amber 168 and 5456 bulbs. Tried my local Parts America and the guy there said try the Arts and Craft Store and buy the paint for Stained Glass Windows. He had success using it for his dashlight bezels. Just keep dipping the bulb until you get the desired shade.
Anything else I need to be aware of?

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For amber bulbs...check anywhere. Even walmart has the little 194 amber LED's which don't look bad. As for taking the headlights out, I don't think you have to take the bumper off. There are two screws right up front, and then I think there is a grommet or some other fastener on the back of the headlight. You can see it from the wheelwell.
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No Bumper Removal. 2 Bolts Per Side. One Right On Top. The Other Is Under The Bumper Support Bracket. Get Your Self A Swivel Socket For Those. And The The Bottom Of The Hdlight Near The Fender Is A Clip Just Pull Straight Out.
As For Bulbs. The 2 Markers Are 194's And The Turn Is A 3157.
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Read this Dual halo projector LED headlights write-up, not the same lights, but removal / installation should be the same

You don't have to remove the front grill / bumper. It's easier than you think. There are two bolts you need to remove, one is easy to get to on top outside part of the light. The other is also near the top but bolts in near the grill. The driver side light bolt here was a PITA to get to though, but overall fairly easy. once the two bolts are out the clips at the bottom just pop out

Regarding the turn signal, again you are correct, the OEM light is clear cause the reflector is amber, so you'll need amber bulbs which you can pick up at any auto parts stores for a few bucks. They do make ones (can't remember what they're called) which blink amber, but they look silverish, so nicer looking during the day but the color is amber. They are more around $10 though. 168 is also the same as another bulb size (again can't remember) but again I know most auto parts store carry these very common lights cause I replaced mine.
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Thanks for finally clearing that up, Dave.
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Thanks for the tips and links. Guess I got a project for the long weekend!
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