1A Auto Video Library
Our how-to videos have helped repair over 100 million vehicles.
Enter Vehicle Year Make Model

Specify your vehicle's year, make and model to guarantee fit.

installation video player icon

How to Replace Tail Lights 1997-2004 Dodge Dakota

Created on: 2010-03-15

Check out this video for quality and detailed instructions on how to replace or service the tail light and bulbs on your 97-04 Dodge Dakota.

  1. step 1 :Remove the tail light
    • Lower the tailgate.
    • Remove the two T20 Torx screws on the side of the tail light assembly.
    • Pull the light out, twist out the bulbs and unplug the wiring harness.
  2. step 2 :Install the new tail light
    • Transfer the wiring to the new tail light.
    • Twist in the bulbs.
    • Plug in the wiring harness and put the tail light into place.
    • Anchor with the two T20 Torx screws.
    • Close the tailgate.

Brought to you by 1AAuto.com, your source for quality replacement parts and the best service on the internet. Hi, I'm Mike Green. I'm one of the owners of 1A Auto. I want to help you save time and money repairing and maintaining your vehicle. I'm going to use my 20+ years' experience restoring and repairing cars and trucks like this to show the correct way to install parts from 1AAuto.com. The right parts installed correctly. That's going to save you time and money. Thank you and enjoy the video.

The only tool you'll need is a T20 size Torx driver.

OK, so tail light replacement on a Dodge Dakota. There's two T20 torque screws right here. Once those screws are out, then you just kind of pull a little bit back on the tail light and it comes out. You're just looking to service the bulbs. You can see them right there. Now that just twists off and comes out. Maybe your tail light got wiped out by a poorly-placed 2x4 or something like that.

You can see the white - this is a new light from 1A Auto; it's just a little brighter. Everything about our light is the exact same as the original. They go in individually and slot into their posts. You can see it fits in just like the original. These guys twist in and lock, just like the original ones did. The light goes in, clips into place and then the seam screws. Then your lights in. So, you can see the new light from 1A Auto fits on just like the original and then you'll be all set to go.

Brought to you by 1AAuto.com, your source for quality replacement parts and the best service on the internet. Feel free to call us toll free, 888-844-3393, the company that's here for you on the internet and in person. Thank you.

1997 - 2004  Dodge  Dakota

Shop Products


Tail Light Set

1997-04 Dodge Dakota Driver & Passenger Side 2 Piece Tail Light Set TRQ LTA49158

Part Details:

  • 2 Piece
  • (1) Passenger Side Tail Light
  • (1) Driver Side Tail Light
$63.95
recommended video

How To Replace Third Brake Light Bulbs 1996-2007 Ford Taurus

This video from 1A Auto shows you how to replace the third brake light bulbs on your 96-07 Ford Taurus. Save money and do it yourself!

Share on:
Go To Top

Same Day Shipping

Need your part faster? Choose expedited shipping at checkout.

Guaranteed To Fit

Highest quality, direct fit replacement auto parts enforced to the strictest product standards.

USA Customer Support

Exceeding customers' expectations, our team of passionate auto enthusiasts are here to help.

Instructional Video Library

Thousands of how-to auto repair videos to guide you step-by-step through your repair.