How To Replace Headlight 97-03 Ford Expedition

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1A Auto shows you how to repair, install, fix, change or replace the broken, damaged, cracked, faded, cloudy, or chipped headlights. This video is applicable to the 97, 98, 99, 00, 01, 02, Ford Expedition or F150 pickup truck.
This process should be similar on the following vehicles:
1997 Ford Expedition
1998 Ford Expedition
1999 Ford Expedition
2000 Ford Expedition
2001 Ford Expedition
2002 Ford Expedition
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@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

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@meanstreak1977 12 жыл бұрын

Super simple, it actually took longer to watch this video than it did to replace both headlights on my 2003 F-150. Knowing to put the little "stars" into an X shape before trying to mount the lamps really helped. I didn't even need to remove the corner lamp. Thanks for another great video.

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

@wjsurfdog The best way to adjust them is at night, with the vehicle about 25' away from a wall or a garage door. When you turn the screws you'll be able to see which way the beam is going. Hope this helps you out.

@kellyokamoto1604 7 жыл бұрын

Mike, I've been watching your vids for awhile now and just want to say I do appreciate the professional quality of your productions. Straight and to the point, NO rambling with clear instructions. So thanks! I feel a little guilty as I've yet to buy parts from your company, but I promise to check it out on my next project-a '00 Ford EB Expedition!

@1AAuto 7 жыл бұрын

+G&K Ol' School Thank you very much for the feedback, always good to hear from our viewers on what works and what doesn't! Please visit the link when you are ready to make a purchase; www.1aauto.com/ford-headlight/i/1alhl00104?KZfaq&XWe5_Br5h8%20&%

@blidegold 14 жыл бұрын

Man...same here!! I was unscrewing the cowling and all kinds of stuff!! GREAT VIDEO!! I'll be watching again!!

@stepmac754 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the videos very helpful. I put a little WD-40 on the studs before I reinstall them to make sure that nothing broke and everything clipped on very easily.

@livingtherufflife 3 жыл бұрын

Great tip to adjust the 3 adjusting knobs/"stars" before putting the new lens on.

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

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@leemundy1613 3 жыл бұрын

A very clear and concise 'how to' video- but ALL of your videos are that way! You guys have saved me more than one headache, thanks so much!

@1AAuto 11 жыл бұрын

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@pdaw13 13 жыл бұрын

I've been putting off replacing my other headlight assembly for months. Perfect instructions! Thank you!

@DrewDosCuatro 6 жыл бұрын

Very good video and informative. I would like to call out here that when putting the light bulb back in,focus on lining up the notches and don't worry about it looking straight and upright if that makes sense. I was stuck popping in the bulb back in, as I was too caught up in imagining a perfect perpendicular placement. it'll fit in without force. I would also emphasize that when popping it back in, take the time to really focus on lining up the pins and slowly line it up and groove them in.

@CCWP0251 11 жыл бұрын

Just put SilverStar Ultra's in my 99 F-150 Lariat, and I couldn't get the back tab (on both sides) to go back down. I didn't know those plastic tabs had to line up, along with the metal pins. Thanks for sharing! I'm going to fix it tomorrow!

@cullyheil4402 10 жыл бұрын

Great video. It was very easy after the first panic attack with the right headlight and the left head lamp went right on. Putting the inside bolt in first, then the 2 outer ones is the easiest. The part just about slid right in. Thanks again.

@joebowin3331 6 жыл бұрын

I replaced my headlights a couple years ago. But, I like to go back through these video's so that I don't tear anything up. Keeps the guess work out of it.

@suryavaraman.4277 Жыл бұрын

First timer here. Gonna attempt tomorrow!!

@ritamarga4121 8 жыл бұрын

Aweome video. Couldn't have done it with out you. So how do i adjust the lamps. Took it for a drive and i could only see about 20 ft in front of me. Please help!!!

@DesertSandSailor 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the video!! I was changing our bulbs and have been struggling to get my driver side in, I would have never thought to take out my corner lamp

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Matthew Monge Thanks for checking us out. 1aauto.com

@MsUnluckyblackkat 13 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! These instructions made it replacing my headlight a quick and easy fix!

@pathart9143 6 жыл бұрын

most in depth video on this subject..Thank you sir.

@bylbutler8104 5 жыл бұрын

DUDE!!! U know your stuff! Plus u know how to Teach it. Some people are good at things,but can't teach well. Teaching is a GOD Given Skill in and of it self. You have been Blessed with both. Thanks, cause following your simple instructions, I had SUCCESS! THANKS AGAIN.

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Byl Butler Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com

@jeffreynelson2660 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the help, I will be doing this as soon as the new ones arrive.

@chiptait 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. I thought I was going to lose my whole morning replacing a bulb, but with your video, it took less than 5 minutes. Cheers!

@guhurubell 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks a million my brotha. Before this video, I saw the tabs, I pulled them up but couldn't get the lights to come out easy, so i figured it must be more screws or something, them after the video, i saw that i had to be a little more manly about getting them out and now i have brand new headlights, makes my car look good, and my wife happy.

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the great reply. We love to empower our customers by showing you how-to perform your own auto repairs while installing our high quality auto parts. Have a great day! 1aauto.com +Ya'coub Uhuru Bell

@1AAuto 13 жыл бұрын

@paintballer653 Yes our aftermarket lights fit, function and adjust just like the original.

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

@wjsurfdog There should be a couple of screws to turn on the backside of the headlight to turn that will adjust the beam for you. Hope this helps you out.

@newalla344 2 жыл бұрын

With the taps this really helped, thank you

@standhd 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you soooo much. The other KZfaq articles on this subject I viewed did not go into detail like you did on the two tabs like you did which left me EXTREMELY frustrated. One look at your site, and within minutes I had the light off and repaired? Thanks again!

@1AAuto 7 жыл бұрын

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@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

@Goodwrench496 This video covers from 97-03. Your 2005 Ford Expedition would be different in the way that it mounts. There should be two bolts on top of the headlamp and possibly a third screw in the back of the lens that holds it into place. Hope this helps you out.

@superairsoftmonkey 4 жыл бұрын

WOW. Ive done this once on my 1992 ranger. Glad they figured out how to make this easier. This was like a 5 minute job compared to the 1 hour ranger.

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Grant Chapman Thanks for checking us out! 1AAuto.com

@meanstreak1977 12 жыл бұрын

great video, thanks for the step-by-step procedure! I'm about to go outside and replace my 2003 F-150 headlights now.

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

@TBFX42489 There should be a couple of screws to turn on the backside of the headlight to turn that will adjust the beam for you. Hope this helps you out.

@javiorgarcia7176 7 жыл бұрын

Very helpful! Thank You Sir!!

@toms4363 12 жыл бұрын

Thanks again, I will definitely be placing an order

@odetomy 12 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for posting this. It was a huge help.

@Jibbler1976 10 жыл бұрын

Great video, very helpful.

@BuyMoreAmmo 10 жыл бұрын

Can you provide a video on how to aim the headlights on the 97 - 03 F150? I've seen the youtube videos on the aiming method (with the lights on the wall from 25' away) but how do you access the 3 aiming screws I see in your video?

@bigsole2577 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir!! Just replaced my headlights by myself and it feels so damn good!!

@1dedrer 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks, may God bless your business

@mikewright5878 3 жыл бұрын

Great video and website! Will be visiting again.

@luisruiz-yc2pm 6 жыл бұрын

I have a 1997 f150, i went to the junkyard and got some from a 97 expedition. Headlights do not fit at all. Do i need headlight housing?

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

@runner1995 Thank you for visiting our auto repair channel on KZfaq. Have a great day!

@DrMayhem70 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I did all that and when I drove at night the next time, both low and high beams were pointed straight down! I had to drive 20 mph in a 45 just to get home. How do you aim them?

@ricardomorones7261 3 жыл бұрын

Gracias, muy buen video bien instruido. Me ayudó mucho.

@WilsonEatsASMR 12 жыл бұрын

worked like a charm, thanks. I would have never figured this simple procedure out!~

@wildfish007 11 жыл бұрын

Great tips, I thought I was going to have remove the whole grill. I will be replacing mine tomorrow!!!

@runner1995 12 жыл бұрын

This Helped Thanks for the video

@hippo-potamus 9 жыл бұрын

3:08 How do you adjust the distance? When I rotated mine all it did was spin the whole bolt/plastic star assembly. Am I supposed to use a vice lock wrench to hold the bolt while I use another to spin the plastic cap?

@alejandro69able 9 жыл бұрын

easy thanks buds for your video a big help

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

@ApostleOthaLockett You're welcome. Glad we could help out. We sell these headlights on our website 1aauto.com

@Picabitwest 13 жыл бұрын

Thanks from Western Canada!

@akdennist 9 жыл бұрын

Thank You so much for your help. I will try to go and apply what i have learned. I did not know what those wings sticking out were for and how they have to line up. Thanks Again!!

@1AAuto 9 жыл бұрын

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@ncjacqueline 12 жыл бұрын

Thank you, it was just that easy!

@GerryONeil 11 жыл бұрын

Thanx! Worked just like in vid, did not have to remove my turn signal lens...was done in about 5mins. Time was very important as it was only 12* in Ohio on the day my bulb burnt out.

@hondagoal 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great post.

@SwoopTvOnline 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video...you have deffenitly helped me solve my problem today.

@1AAuto 6 жыл бұрын

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@ivinyahve 13 жыл бұрын

Wow thank you for posting this vid, it was very helpfull..5 stars!!! do you have a vid of a replacement of fog lamps in the same model??? Thanx!!!

@snavi1010 10 жыл бұрын

Great help. Thanks.

@MegaSawfish 13 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the help. It was exactly as you described in the clip.

@oldoutsider59 11 жыл бұрын

Excellent! Thank you!

@JJ-ls6kz 6 жыл бұрын

Big critique, can you please state the little black plastic screws are supposed to be on the inside of the headlight housing, been having a hard time with that and broke mine

@BuyYourBuild 11 жыл бұрын

thanks for the great video! i was going to try and change the bulb from the rear lol

@1AAuto 11 жыл бұрын

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@1AAuto 13 жыл бұрын

@Deadeagle7 The entire headlamp assembly is availableon our website. If you are just lookign for headlight bulbs sylvania or wagoner.

@AngelLopez-ef6zt 10 жыл бұрын

Thank for the video.

@sinanjameel1000 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you you are so awesome

@TimothyJamesDean 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for this! Saved me $$$ by doing my own headlight replacement.

@1AAuto 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching. Glad to be of help. Please let us know how the repair comes out! 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

@1AAuto 11 жыл бұрын

HI Gerry, Thanks for watching. Have a great day! 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

@vincentpupich9211 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the help.

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Vincent Pupich You're welcome!

@thorhammer9769 11 жыл бұрын

Awesome.....I, who can barely turn a screw, replaced my headlamps in less than 15 minutes using this video!

@mpeugeot 9 жыл бұрын

Super easy, thanks guys!!!

@1AAuto 9 жыл бұрын

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@PFCelis2 11 жыл бұрын

would a ford 03 explorer light bulb be the same mach for a 97 expedition light bulb? we have an extra light bulb for the explorer.

@jonathanwoodstock8556 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. This was very helpful

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Jonathan Woodstock Thanks for checking us out, we are glad you enjoyed the video! Shop here for high quality auto parts: 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@toms4363 12 жыл бұрын

Great video, perfect for what I need to do with my 2000 Expedition. I need to replace a headlight because the bulb became dislodged and melted the plastic surrounding the bulb and headlight. Because of this, I need to replace the bulb and headlight. Do I need to order the bulb and bulb assembly separately?

@paintballer653 13 жыл бұрын

does the same technigue for lining everything up work with aftermarket light? thanks for the time

@tedfourtwinty6192 9 жыл бұрын

Awesome video guys, thanx!

@1AAuto 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words. 1aauto.com 866-403-3393

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

@BOBBYDIESEL1000 Yes you can replace them. If you go behind the rear bumper you should be able to access the bolts that hold them in from there.

@felipemejia4468 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot sir, u are nice

@eshank61 12 жыл бұрын

I have done this several times and always have trouble getting "on the rails". Taking out the other light, on the side, is so easy (only one screw) and makes reinstalling 10 times faster. Thanks

@eldonh4561 3 ай бұрын

Thank you very much

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

@BOBBYDIESEL1000 At the current moment we do not have an auto repair video of how to replace the fog lights in a 97-03 Ford Expedition.

@okgop4me 13 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU!!!

@animenarutoaficionad 12 жыл бұрын

Gracias por la enseñanza

@oscarmoyano2724 5 жыл бұрын

Gracias por los vídeos máster!

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Óscar Moyano Thanks for checking us out. Have a great day! 1aauto.com

@1AAuto 14 жыл бұрын

@blidegold Glad to help! I have been guilty of over thinking myself. If you need parts or info please visit our website or KZfaq channel

@1AAuto 11 жыл бұрын

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@mattdog558 6 жыл бұрын

I can't get the tab to move think it's stuck what do i do

@dropnl8522 3 жыл бұрын

On the first step on my f150 doesn’t work they don’t want to come up like if it’s stuck or something what can I do ?

@ApostleOthaLockett 12 жыл бұрын

Thank u very much

@1AAuto 11 жыл бұрын

It may be. If you take the bulb out it will have a part number on it.

@iiSup3rior 11 жыл бұрын

What do I do if I lost the screws on the corner lights? When I bought the truck it came with Projectors and I guess they kept or lost the screws...can I just buy a 7mm screw?

@njblanco10 6 ай бұрын

You guys rock

@1AAuto 6 ай бұрын

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@toadontheroad1 11 жыл бұрын

Well.....sure wish I would have watched this first! Now in the morning instead of the sledgehammer I'll just remove the blinker and it should make getting the new light in much easier.

@afrikaninked6605 11 жыл бұрын

My expy is the same color!!Eddie bauer ftw

@Omar._Martinz 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have a video "how to change stop focus?

@1AAuto 2 жыл бұрын

+Omar Martínez We're always cycling through common cars. We'll add this repair to our list! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@kd6844 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@caseywolf3812 5 жыл бұрын

I just bought a couple of headlight lamps and turn signal lamps off of you guys. I’m trying to replace some old after market ones that are falling apart. The thing is with those after market lights they didn’t need the screws so they are no longer on the truck. Any idea what screws I can use for the turn signal lamps?

@caseywolf3812 5 жыл бұрын

Went to the junk yard today and found some factory screws on a old truck. Got the lights installed. Now it’s time to wait for the sun to drop 😎

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the feedback and we are glad to hear you were able to find the correct screws! +Casey Wolf

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

@MilkChocoMarshmallow Yes the procedure would be the same if you were replacing the headlights on the 99-02 Ford Expedition model years. Hope this helps, 1aauto.com

@CollegeTom 7 жыл бұрын

thanks again. You make things so easy on bloody knuckled guys like me.

@1AAuto 7 жыл бұрын

+CollegeTom Thanks for watching. If any of our viewers needs to make this repair, we carry the auto repair part shown in this video on our website. Here is a link to them www.1aauto.com/ford-headlight/i/1alhl00104?KZfaq&CTA+Comment&XWe5_Br5h8+

@leviawevia Жыл бұрын

One of the tabs for the headlight is completely stuck, what do I do?

@11gottmo 9 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU...THANK YOU...THANK YOU !!!

@1AAuto 9 жыл бұрын

CRAIG M You’re welcome! Thanks for watching 1aauto.com 866-403-3393

@thePnoise 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Your video made it very simple to do the headlight replacement.. nothing more, nothing less. You guys do a good job. Keep up the good work.