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[Carson777]

hi... I would appreciate anyone letting me know if the newer headlights like on the 2003 will fit the 2000-02 models... I have a 2001 LS Sport
The new headlights have clearer corners, which I like. I have till tomorrow to decide... please let me know specifically!

Thanks

[MercCougarXR7]

Want clear corners? Do what I did, because the new lamps are very expensive, and have to be modified to fit into the pre 03 bodies.

I removed my headlamps, and put them in my mommy's oven at about 200F, for about 10 minutes.

The clips on the bottom are popped off, and I seperated the plastic lense from the grey body with 2 flat screwdrivers.

The orange piece of plastic just pops out of the grey frame, and that's all there is to making a clear corner on the LS.

I used a bead of silicone when I resealed the lights, because they leaked anyways before they were seperated.

An amber bulb was used, and the effect is awesome at night - a projected orange beam of light.

Side view,


Front view with lights on:



Front with lights off:



Let me know if and how you make out, OK?

Enjoy,

Kevin.

[CGGorman]

If your current headlights have gray sealant, the above method will work. If they have black sealant, don't bother. The black is silicone and won't melt until about 600*F...well after the polycarbonate lens is a puddle.