How to Remove the Cab Light on a Dodge Ram

How to remove and replace the bulbs in the center mount cab light on a third generation Dodge Ram 1500. This is a 2006 model, however a similar process can be applied to other models as well. #eManualOnline #dodgeram #dodgetrucksShow more

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Tools/Supplies Needed:
-phillips screwdriver
-replacement light bulbs

Procedure:
Using a phillips screwdriver, remove the two screws on each side of the light assembly. There will be two small nylon washers, don’t lose these.

The bulbs can be twisted counterclockwise and pulled out of their location while everything is in place.

Or you have the option of pushing in the tab on the white connector, then pulling the connection apart.

I prefer removing the connector as it’s easier to clean the gasket and sealing surface around the assembly to ensure we have no water leaks after reinstallation.

Clean the area around the light, this should be done otherwise this can potentially cause a water leak.

Once the light is out, here is the assembly. As you can see there are two cargo lights, one on each side. Then the third brake light is in the center.

These bulbs as shown earlier simply twist out of their location for removal. Twist counterclockwise and pull straight out.

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To replace the bulbs, they simply pull out of their location, then the new bulbs are pushed into place.

The connector is then reinstalled back into the assembly.

Plug the electrical connector back into place, then install the light.

Make sure it’s in place, before installing the screws I did test out the light to ensure it’s working correctly.

Then the screws are installed.

Many people ask me where I get my torque values for fasteners, I get them from manuals as I mentioned earlier. So for these screws, the torque specifications are 20 inch pounds or 2 NM.

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