ARRAY 9 Inch LED Headlights for Wrangler JL & Gladiator 2018+
Direct LED headlight replacement for JL and Gladiator models equipped with factory halogen headlights—9" design installs without adapter brackets, delivering dramatically improved visibility and halo DRL styling.
The Upgrade Every Halogen-Equipped JL Deserves
If your JL or Gladiator came with the base halogen headlights, you've experienced the frustration firsthand. Those factory halogens are notoriously inadequate—dim output, yellowed light, and barely enough visibility for nighttime highway driving, let alone trail work. Jeep charged anywhere from $1,100-$1,500 to add the LED lighting package at purchase, so many buyers skipped it thinking the base lights would be "good enough." They're not. The halogen setup is dangerously dim by modern standards, especially compared to what LED technology can deliver.
These ARRAY style LED headlights fix that problem with a direct replacement design. Because they're 9" diameter—matching your factory halogen housing size—they install without the adapter brackets that older JK owners need for 7" conversions. The LED projector technology provides significantly brighter, whiter light with proper beam pattern and cutoff that won't blind oncoming traffic. The integrated halo ring adds that modern DRL appearance (wiring required to connect to parking lights), while the adjustable mounting screws let you dial in the beam angle precisely. Low beam, high beam, and halo functions all in one assembly—everything you need to bring your Sport or base-model JL up to the same lighting standard as higher trim levels.
Key Features at a Glance
- 9" Direct-Fit Design: Matches factory halogen headlight size—no adapter brackets required like older 7" conversions
- Powerful LED Technology: Significantly brighter, whiter output compared to factory halogens with proper beam pattern and cutoff
- Integrated Halo DRL Ring: Modern styling with daytime running light function (requires wiring connection to parking lamp circuit)
- Dual-Beam Function: Separate low beam and high beam LED projectors for optimal visibility in all conditions
- Adjustable Beam Angle: Built-in adjustment screws allow precise aiming to ensure proper road illumination without glare
How It's Used: Installation & Fitment
These headlights are designed as direct replacements for factory halogen units on 2018+ JL Wranglers and Gladiator models. Remove the factory headlight by disconnecting the wiring harness and unbolting the mounting ring (three screws typically). The ARRAY LED headlight drops into the same location and bolts in using the factory mounting points. The main headlight connector plugs directly into your factory wiring for low beam, high beam, and turn signal functions. The halo DRL ring requires an additional wire connection to your parking light circuit—most owners tap into the parking light wiring or use an add-a-fuse to connect to an ignition-switched circuit. Once installed, use the adjustment screws to aim the beam pattern properly. Total installation time is typically 30-45 minutes per side for someone comfortable with basic automotive wiring.
Product Durability & Material Details
The housing construction uses die-cast aluminum with integrated heat sinks to manage thermal dissipation from the LED array—critical for maintaining brightness and extending LED lifespan. The projector lens is precision-engineered glass optics that create a sharp beam cutoff, preventing glare for oncoming traffic while maximizing road illumination. The sealed construction protects internal components from moisture, dust, and road spray, meeting IP67 waterproof standards for automotive use. The halo ring uses high-output LEDs that provide bright, crisp white DRL appearance during daytime operation. The adjustable mounting design includes threaded screws that allow precise beam angle adjustment after installation—essential for proper headlight aiming to avoid blinding other drivers or under-illuminating the road.
Your Benefits at a Glance
- Dramatically Improved Visibility: See obstacles, road signs, and hazards much earlier with modern LED output—critical for safe night driving
- Modern Appearance: Halo DRLs give your base-model JL the premium look of higher trim levels
- Better Value Than Factory: Get LED performance at a fraction of what Jeep charges for the factory LED package
- Proper Beam Pattern: Projector design delivers focused light where you need it without scattering or glare
Extra Info & Specifications
Fitment:
- 2018+ Jeep Wrangler JL (2-door)
- 2018+ Jeep Wrangler JLU (4-door Unlimited)
- 2020+ Jeep Gladiator JT
- Compatible ONLY with models equipped with factory halogen headlights
- NOT compatible with factory LED headlight packages
Technical Specifications:
- Design: ARRAY style with integrated halo ring
- Size: 9" diameter (direct OEM replacement size)
- Technology: LED projector with separate low/high beam
- Halo Ring: LED DRL function (requires wiring to parking lights)
- Housing: Die-cast aluminum with heat sink
- Lens: Precision glass optics
- Beam Adjustment: Adjustable mounting screws for precise aiming
- Waterproof Rating: IP67 sealed construction
Installation Notes:
- 9" diameter requires NO adapter brackets (unlike 7" JK conversions)
- Main headlight functions plug directly into factory wiring
- Halo DRL requires additional wire connection to parking light circuit
- Typical installation time: 30-45 minutes per side
- Beam adjustment screws allow precise aiming after installation
- Some owners use add-a-fuse to power halo DRLs from ignition-switched circuit
What's Included:
- Separate low beam and high beam LED projectors
- Integrated halo DRL ring
- Adjustable beam angle mounting
- Ready for direct installation (pair sold separately unless specified)
Package Includes:
- ARRAY style LED headlight assembly
- Mounting hardware
- Installation instructions