How to Replace Headlight Trim Molding 93-97 Ford Ranger

Difficulty: Beginner · About 30 min · Ford Ranger

Replace the headlight trim molding, and the parking light bulb if needed, on a 1993-1997 Ford Ranger.

Steps

1. Remove the grille

   Take out its six Phillips screws, then pull the grille up and out.

2. Remove the parking light

   Remove its 11mm nut, pull the light out, and disconnect its wiring harness.

3. Swap the parking light bulb if needed

   Twist the bulb socket counterclockwise out of the housing, pull off the old bulb, press on the new one, then twist it back in.

4. Remove the trim molding

   Take out the 11mm bolt at the top of the trim and the two Phillips screws on its side, then pull the trim free.

5. Install the new trim molding

   Set it into place and tighten its two side Phillips screws.

6. Reinstall the parking light

   Reconnect the wiring harness, line up the light's studs with the body, then tighten its 10mm bolt.

7. Reinstall the grille

   Set it back into place, tighten the 11mm bolt at the top of the trim, then reinstall the six Phillips screws on the grille.

Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.