I just replaced my 2000 Ram with a 2012 Ram. Its got 57K on it so I think my slate is fairly clear. That being said, I'd like to reach out for advice on things to look out for because I'm not 100% familiar with many of the newer features. Thanks!! Also, I'm shopping out LED replacements for my headlights. Any recommendations??

 

other than broken exhaust manifold bolts and bad headlamp connectors; they are pretty reliable.

 

Thanks! Is funny you said that about the headlight, my driver side is out

 

not sure which headlight setup you have, but if you have a single bulb for high and low the LEDs are absolute ****,(light pattern on low beam is similar to having only fog lights on) if you have separate bulbs for high and low they may be ok, i havent had a chance to test LEDs in the truck yet, but my past experience with them was a complete waste of time and effort. . .

also worth keeping in mind is changing the bulb type and maintaining proper light pattern is NOT as simple as plugging in a new bulb, you should change the housing so you have the appropriate reflector directing the light . . . (if not you can loose the good pattern, or blind oncoming traffic)

 

the led bulb was orientated correctly and was still NFG?

 

have been seeing loose pin fits in the headlamp connectors.

 

I found a set of LED ones online with great reviews, I'll post whether they're worth a damn. I definitely want to have a wide light pattern

 

I'll take a look at that. Thanks! Is it just the one bolt by the grill to take the light housing off or is there more to it?

 

remove the plastic cover on the top of the rad/grille
remove the 4 grille screws
pop the 2 grille snap in pins with a trim tool
grab one side of the grille and pull out to release one side...then do the other side.....set the grille aside
remove the 2 headlamp screws
open the wheel well door and push the white retaining clip to release the retainer
pull the headlamp out of the ball and socket retainer

 

Thank you!! I couldn't have asked for better instructions Hopefully I don't come off a dumba** here, but I can't figure out how to fold up the rear seats... My 2000 had a handle under the seat, but I can't find anything at all.