Dodge Durango exterior bulb chart

The manual's Exterior Bulbs table lists these names and numbers. Lamps marked LED are not replaceable bulbs; the manual says to see an authorized dealer for LED bulb replacement.

The manual also says the front fog lamps are LEDs (see an authorized dealer for service), the rear tail, stop and turn signal lamps are LED (see an authorized dealer for replacement), the center high mounted stop lamp is an LED assembly, and the rear license lamps are LEDs.

From the 2026 Dodge Durango owner's manual (Replacement Bulbs, Names, And Part Numbers; Bulb Replacement), read November 8, 2026.

Replacing the front turn signal bulb

For the front turn signal bulb, the manual's steps are:

1. Open the hood.
2. Rotate the turn signal bulb a quarter turn counterclockwise to remove it from the housing.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector and replace the bulb.

From the 2026 Dodge Durango owner's manual (Bulb Replacement: Front Turn Signal), read November 8, 2026. The manual cautions not to touch the new bulb with your fingers, because oil contamination will severely shorten bulb life; if the bulb touches an oily surface, clean it with rubbing alcohol.

Replacing the liftgate backup lamp bulbs

For the rear liftgate mounted backup lamps (bulb 922 or 912), the manual's steps are:

1. Raise the liftgate.
2. Use a fiber stick or flat blade screwdriver to pry the lower trim from the liftgate.
3. The backup lamps are now visible. Rotate the socket(s) counterclockwise.
4. Remove and replace the bulb(s).
5. Reinstall the socket(s).
6. Reverse the process to reinstall the liftgate trim.

From the 2026 Dodge Durango owner's manual (Rear Liftgate Mounted Back-up Lamps), read November 8, 2026. The manual also notes that lens fogging can occur in some atmospheric conditions and usually clears as conditions change; turning the lamps on usually speeds that up.

Durango headlight switch, automatic headlights and DRLs

The headlight switch is on the left side of the instrument panel, next to the steering wheel. It controls the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights and cargo lights. Rotate it clockwise to turn on the headlights; the parking lights, taillights, license plate light and instrument panel lights come on too. Rotate it back to the O (off) position to turn them off.

For automatic headlights, rotate the switch counterclockwise to AUTO. The engine must be running before the headlights come on in automatic mode. The headlights stay on for up to 90 seconds after the ignition is placed in the OFF position, and the delay can be set to 0, 30, 60 or 90 seconds in Uconnect Settings. With Automatic Headlights With Wipers, the headlights turn on when the wipers are on, in automatic mode with the engine running.

The Daytime Running Lights come on whenever the engine is running and stay on until the ignition is placed in the OFF position or the parking brake is engaged. The manual says the headlight switch must be used during normal nighttime driving. Automatic Headlight Leveling (if equipped) adjusts the height of the headlight beam as the vehicle's pitch changes.

From the 2026 Dodge Durango owner's manual (Headlight Switch; Automatic Headlights; Daytime Running Lights; Automatic Headlight Leveling), read November 8, 2026.

High beams and automatic high beams

Push the multifunction lever toward the instrument panel for high beams; pull it back for low beams. Lightly pulling the lever toward you flashes the high beams until you release it.

Automatic High Beam (if equipped) uses a camera mounted on the inside rearview mirror to switch from high beams to low beams until an approaching vehicle is out of view. The manual says it can be turned on or off with Auto Dim High Beams in Uconnect Settings, as well as by turning the headlight switch to AUTO. Dirt, film or other obstructions on the windshield or camera lens will make it work improperly, and if the windshield or the control mirror is replaced, the mirror must be re-aimed by an authorized dealer.

The manual adds that to switch from the default Advanced Auto High-Beam Sensitivity Control to Reduced High-Beam Sensitivity Control (not recommended), you toggle the high beam lever six full on/off cycles within 10 seconds of ignition ON; the system returns to the default at ignition off.

From the 2026 Dodge Durango owner's manual (High/Low Beam Switch; Automatic High Beam; Flash-To-Pass), read November 8, 2026.

Cleaning the headlight lenses

The headlight lenses are plastic. The manual says plastic is not as scratch resistant as glass, so do not use abrasive cleaning components, solvents, steel wool or other abrasive materials, avoid wiping with a dry cloth, and remove road dirt with a mild soap solution followed by rinsing.

From the 2026 Dodge Durango owner's manual (Headlight Switch notes), read November 8, 2026.

Durango service at Elgin CDJR

If a headlamp or other lamp on your Durango is out, our Dodge service center can check it. Our service department is open Monday to Friday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., and is closed Sunday. Elgin CDJR is at 1500 W. Lake St. in Streamwood. Get directions.