The 2014–2020 Dodge Durango was available with both factory halogen and OEM HID (High Intensity Discharge) headlights, depending on trim level and equipment package. Many owners of halogen-equipped Durangos upgrade to the OEM HID headlight assemblies for their factory look.
One of the most common questions is:
Can you install OEM HID headlights on a 2014–2020 Dodge Durango that originally came with halogen headlights?
The answer is yes, but replacing the headlights alone is not enough.
The OEM HID headlights physically fit the vehicle, but the wiring differs between factory halogen and factory HID models. A headlight conversion harness adapts the factory wiring so the HID headlights can operate correctly without cutting or splicing.
Shop the harness here: 2014–2020 Dodge Durango Halogen to HID Headlight Conversion Cables. HEADLIGHTS NOT INCLUDED.
Not sure which headlights your Durango has now? See How to Tell What Type of Headlights Your Vehicle Has.
Why Upgrade to OEM HID Headlights?
OEM HID headlights are a popular factory-style upgrade for the 2014–2020 Dodge Durango. Owners choose this conversion for:
- Modern factory appearance
- OEM fit and finish
- Factory HID lighting in place of halogen
Why Aren't OEM HID Headlights Plug and Play?
The OEM HID headlights mount to the vehicle, but the electrical systems are different.
Factory halogen and factory HID headlights use different wiring layouts and electrical requirements. Without the proper headlight conversion harness, the OEM HID headlights are not designed to operate correctly with the factory halogen wiring.
A vehicle-specific conversion harness bridges these differences while keeping the vehicle's original wiring. For more on why this happens across many vehicles, see Do I Need a Headlight Conversion Harness?
What Does the Headlight Conversion Harness Do?
A plug-and-play headlight conversion harness connects the factory halogen wiring to the OEM HID headlight assemblies. It corrects the wiring layout between the factory vehicle harness and the HID headlights.
The harness is designed to:
- Adapt the factory connectors
- Correct the wiring layout
- Preserve the factory wiring
- Eliminate cutting and splicing
- Support proper OEM HID headlight operation
Built for an OEM-Style Installation
- OEM-style connectors
- High-quality automotive wiring
- Secure, weather-resistant connections
- Plug-and-play installation
- Fully reversible, with no permanent wiring modifications
Keeping the original wiring intact also makes future service easier if the headlights ever need to be replaced.
Designed Only for Factory Halogen Vehicles
This conversion harness is designed only for 2014–2020 Dodge Durango models originally equipped with factory halogen headlights.
It is not compatible with:
- Vehicles originally equipped with factory HID headlights
- Aftermarket headlights with different wiring or pin configurations
Going the other way, from factory HID to halogen? That is a different part: 2014–2020 Dodge Durango HID to Halogen Headlight Conversion Cables.
Installation Overview
- Remove the factory halogen headlights.
- Connect the conversion harnesses to the factory vehicle connectors.
- Connect the OEM HID headlight assemblies to the conversion harnesses.
- Reinstall the headlights.
- Test all lighting functions before completing the installation.
Because the harness is plug and play, no permanent wiring modifications are required.
What This Harness Fits
- 2014 Dodge Durango
- 2015 Dodge Durango
- 2016 Dodge Durango
- 2017 Dodge Durango
- 2018 Dodge Durango
- 2019 Dodge Durango
- 2020 Dodge Durango
It is intended for vehicles originally equipped with factory halogen headlights that are being upgraded to OEM HID headlight assemblies.
Before You Purchase
- Your vehicle is a 2014–2020 Dodge Durango
- Your vehicle originally came with factory halogen headlights
- You are installing OEM HID headlight assemblies
- Your replacement headlights use OEM connector pinouts
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to cut or splice any wires?
No. This is a plug-and-play headlight conversion harness that installs using the factory connectors without modifying the original wiring.
Will this work on Durangos that already have factory HID headlights?
No. This harness is designed only for vehicles originally equipped with factory halogen headlights.
Will this work with aftermarket HID headlights?
Only if the headlights use the same OEM wiring and connector configuration. Aftermarket headlights with different wiring or pin configurations are not compatible.
Is any programming required?
No. This harness is designed to adapt the factory wiring between the halogen and OEM HID headlight systems. No cutting or splicing is required during installation.
Are the headlights included?
No. The kit includes one left and one right headlight conversion harness. The OEM HID headlight assemblies are sold separately. HEADLIGHTS NOT INCLUDED.
Summary
Upgrading a 2014–2020 Dodge Durango from factory halogen headlights to OEM HID headlight assemblies takes more than the headlights. The halogen and HID systems use different wiring layouts, so a vehicle-specific headlight conversion harness is needed to adapt the connections while keeping the original wiring.
Related KVS Pages
- 2014–2020 Dodge Durango Halogen to HID Headlight Conversion Cables
- How to Tell What Type of Headlights Your Vehicle Has
- All Dodge Durango parts
HEADLIGHTS NOT INCLUDED. Questions about fitment? Contact us before you order.
