New to me DRL disable actually works!
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New to me DRL disable actually works!
I have been asking around for quite some time on how to disable the DRLs while keeping the auto headlights.
All I get in response is the mod where you jump 2 circuits in the DRL module. Sure, you lose the DRLs this way, but it also knocks out the auto headlights.
Then I recently heard a mod that someone put forth, saying that they didn't want to lose the DRLs, so they weren't going to do the mod, but that it should work. So I decided to be guinea pig.
Here's the mod:
Unbolt the radio and pull it out, no need to unplug wiring.
Unclip DRL module from ductwork.
There are 2 plugs going into the module, you want the larger of the 2.
Cut the following wires:
Dark Blue
Lt. Blue
Dark Blue/White stripe
Lt. Blue/White stripe
Then permanantly connect together the wires as follows:
(This is the car side of the wires, module side of wires are abandoned.)
Lt. Blue/White stripe connects to Lt Blue.
Dark Blue/White stripe connects to Dark Blue.
Put module, radio, and bezel back.
Done
That's all. Now I have no DRLs and have kept my auto headlights.
Now we have mods for all 3 options:
1) Lose the auto lamps, keep the DRLs by pulling the sensor and replacing with a resistor.
2) Lose the DRLs, keep the auto lamps with the above mod.
3) Lose BOTH by opening the DRL module and bypassing the circuit noted in the other mod.
Take your pick.
Dave
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All I get in response is the mod where you jump 2 circuits in the DRL module. Sure, you lose the DRLs this way, but it also knocks out the auto headlights.
Then I recently heard a mod that someone put forth, saying that they didn't want to lose the DRLs, so they weren't going to do the mod, but that it should work. So I decided to be guinea pig.
Here's the mod:
Unbolt the radio and pull it out, no need to unplug wiring.
Unclip DRL module from ductwork.
There are 2 plugs going into the module, you want the larger of the 2.
Cut the following wires:
Dark Blue
Lt. Blue
Dark Blue/White stripe
Lt. Blue/White stripe
Then permanantly connect together the wires as follows:
(This is the car side of the wires, module side of wires are abandoned.)
Lt. Blue/White stripe connects to Lt Blue.
Dark Blue/White stripe connects to Dark Blue.
Put module, radio, and bezel back.
Done
That's all. Now I have no DRLs and have kept my auto headlights.
Now we have mods for all 3 options:
1) Lose the auto lamps, keep the DRLs by pulling the sensor and replacing with a resistor.
2) Lose the DRLs, keep the auto lamps with the above mod.
3) Lose BOTH by opening the DRL module and bypassing the circuit noted in the other mod.
Take your pick.
Dave
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Nice job Dave.....!
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99 SS, Dark Metallic Blue, M6
SLP lid, KN, TBB, SLP Y-pipe, SLP loudmouth
ported MAFs, Nitto 315 DRs
Currently: 1/4 13.06@113.8 (gtech runs high in mph by about 4mph), 0-60 4.77 (w/passenger) Gtech'd
12.99@110.2, 2.06 60ft - Tazzo.
Also, 331 rwhp as measured on the Gtech
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Aren't daytime running lights required by law? That's why I didn't mess with them - one more reason to get pulled over.
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From: Memphis, TN, USA
<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by ratio411:
The law requires car manufacturers put them on cars.
Dave</font>
The law requires car manufacturers put them on cars.
Dave</font>
It's not a law (yet) but rather a "suggested course of action"
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From: Soon to be Pensacola
<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by rncotton:
Seen any Fords with DRLs? I didn't think so.
It's not a law (yet) but rather a "suggested course of action"
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Seen any Fords with DRLs? I didn't think so.
It's not a law (yet) but rather a "suggested course of action"
</font>
That's why I said a lawman wouldn't notice, because so many cars don't have them and he doesn't have time to figure out what year a car is and if it should or shouldn't have them by law... but I guess it doesn't matter anyway.
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Why dont you people like the DRLs?
I had a 1995 and have been wanting them for some time!
I am thankful I have mine now!
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I had a 1995 and have been wanting them for some time!
I am thankful I have mine now!
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Psycho Cabbage
2002 Camaro Z28
(6 sp) Bone stock
Webmaster for RaceHer.com
Check out the current polls and vote!
by the prìcking of my thumb, something wicked this way comes
-Traded in- 1995 Camaro Z28 (A4 (#6 I might add!),ES tranny mount and torque arm bushing,SLP CAI,ASP 34% Underdrive,Strange 3.73's (shredded Auburn),1LE alum driveshaft & intake elbow,Yokohamas AVS Intermediates,160-stat,MAF screen removed, HPP+(for shift points only),Borla Y-pipe, Flowmaster Force-II catback, Gutted Cat, Airlift Airbag, !TB Bypass, J&M LCA's, Bosch Platinums, Moroso BlueMax Wires, Free RamAir, Meziere Electric H2O pump, MAC 3point STB, BMR Panhard, SCR SFC's
Just installed:Nu-tek Heads (mild port) and Comp Cams 1.6RR's! New track and dyno #'s to follow!
best 13.44 @103.26
0-60ft 1.96
270 RWHP/296 RWTQ
0-60MPH 4.8sec
1987 Porsche 944S (waiting on LT1 mod)
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From: Soon to be Pensacola
<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by psychocabbage:
Why dont you people like the DRLs?
I had a 1995 and have been wanting them for some time!
I am thankful I have mine now!</font>
Why dont you people like the DRLs?
I had a 1995 and have been wanting them for some time!
I am thankful I have mine now!</font>
I guess it's all in one's taste, and this is mine.
Dave
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Re: New to me DRL disable actually works!
I have been asking around for quite some time on how to disable the DRLs while keeping the auto headlights.
All I get in response is the mod where you jump 2 circuits in the DRL module. Sure, you lose the DRLs this way, but it also knocks out the auto headlights.
Then I recently heard a mod that someone put forth, saying that they didn't want to lose the DRLs, so they weren't going to do the mod, but that it should work. So I decided to be guinea pig.
Here's the mod:
Unbolt the radio and pull it out, no need to unplug wiring.
Unclip DRL module from ductwork.
There are 2 plugs going into the module, you want the larger of the 2.
Cut the following wires:
Dark Blue
Lt. Blue
Dark Blue/White stripe
Lt. Blue/White stripe
Then permanantly connect together the wires as follows:
(This is the car side of the wires, module side of wires are abandoned.)
Lt. Blue/White stripe connects to Lt Blue.
Dark Blue/White stripe connects to Dark Blue.
Put module, radio, and bezel back.
Done
That's all. Now I have no DRLs and have kept my auto headlights.
Now we have mods for all 3 options:
1) Lose the auto lamps, keep the DRLs by pulling the sensor and replacing with a resistor.
2) Lose the DRLs, keep the auto lamps with the above mod.
3) Lose BOTH by opening the DRL module and bypassing the circuit noted in the other mod.
Take your pick.
Dave
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All I get in response is the mod where you jump 2 circuits in the DRL module. Sure, you lose the DRLs this way, but it also knocks out the auto headlights.
Then I recently heard a mod that someone put forth, saying that they didn't want to lose the DRLs, so they weren't going to do the mod, but that it should work. So I decided to be guinea pig.
Here's the mod:
Unbolt the radio and pull it out, no need to unplug wiring.
Unclip DRL module from ductwork.
There are 2 plugs going into the module, you want the larger of the 2.
Cut the following wires:
Dark Blue
Lt. Blue
Dark Blue/White stripe
Lt. Blue/White stripe
Then permanantly connect together the wires as follows:
(This is the car side of the wires, module side of wires are abandoned.)
Lt. Blue/White stripe connects to Lt Blue.
Dark Blue/White stripe connects to Dark Blue.
Put module, radio, and bezel back.
Done
That's all. Now I have no DRLs and have kept my auto headlights.
Now we have mods for all 3 options:
1) Lose the auto lamps, keep the DRLs by pulling the sensor and replacing with a resistor.
2) Lose the DRLs, keep the auto lamps with the above mod.
3) Lose BOTH by opening the DRL module and bypassing the circuit noted in the other mod.
Take your pick.
Dave
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Re: New to me DRL disable actually works!
It's a matter of control to me.
I want as much control of my car that I can get.
The lights are a small thing but I want to be able to turn the lights on and off as I think I need them. It's nice to be able to black out at night if you want to.
I want as much control of my car that I can get.
The lights are a small thing but I want to be able to turn the lights on and off as I think I need them. It's nice to be able to black out at night if you want to.
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Re: New to me DRL disable actually works!
"Jeffs1997" hasn't signed in since 2014
I would say with the change in technology between a 1998 model and a 2014 model, the chances that the details contained herein would also work on a 2014 is highly unlikely.
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