Day Time Running Lights

Scooterpilot · 05-30-06, 03:12 PM

Hi

I'd like to disable the daytime running lights on my FJ. I know someone addressed this in "some forum" but I can't remeber which formum?

Can anyone help me out so I can disable my DRL?

Thanks

Chuck

SurfPonto · 05-30-06, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Scooterpilot

Hi

I'm like to disable the daytime running lights on my FJ. I know someone addressed this in "some forum" but I can't remeber which formum?

Can anyone help me out so I can disable my DRL?

Thanks

Chuck

DRL Resistor module behind drivers headlight, Gray plug looks like a heatsink. Simply unplug it! (from FJ Cruiser Forums)

Curious as to why you want to disable the DRLs?

Bob

Scooterpilot · 05-30-06, 11:48 PM

SurfPronto,

A firend of mine just bought an FJ and wanted to know how to disable the light.

Regards

Go4aRyd · 05-31-06, 08:45 AM

Previous posts were at http://forum.ih8mud.com/fj-cruiser/90750-daytime-running-lights-any-options.html and detail at least one good reason for occasionally disabling DRL. BTW you can also disable H3 DRL by following a specific start-up sequence using the light control switch in the cabin.

Scooterpilot · 05-31-06, 10:59 AM

Go4aRyd,

Thanks for the information

SATXChelus · 06-01-06, 09:20 PM

FYI, some insurance companies give you a small discount if the vehicle has DRL. I know Geico and USAA do, sure some others do as well. just something else do think about.

torpedo · 06-01-06, 11:06 PM

I have two options that are tricks but both leave
the PARK BRAKE lamp on.

1. Pull up the park brake one notch. (besure the
brake does not begin to set) This has to be done before
starting and cannot be set down after starting or the lights
come on.

2. Pull up the center consloe and install a switch in the
Park Brake wire.

Both of these work and leave the PARK BRAKE lamp on.
This may be good as to remind you that the DRL are off.

Go4aRyd · 06-03-06, 11:52 AM

If anyone tries to add a switch to the headlight resister (instead of hard disconnect), let me know. I'm thinking that might be the best route - but am unsure if it is feasible. In the older days, you could put a switch on anything, but with ECUs and control units, adding a switch can be much more complicated.

05-30-06, 03:12 PM	#1
Scooterpilot IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Southern Calif Posts: 42	Day Time Running Lights Hi I'd like to disable the daytime running lights on my FJ. I know someone addressed this in "some forum" but I can't remeber which formum? Can anyone help me out so I can disable my DRL? Thanks Chuck __________________ Scooterpilot 2008 Sandstorm, 4x4, MT, convenience package, off road package, towing package, skid plate, rock rails, TRD shifter, rear door storage, 2008 Corvette, Red Z51, 3LT M/T 6 speed, Nav Last edited by Scooterpilot; 05-30-06 at 04:45 PM.

05-30-06, 11:48 PM	#3
Scooterpilot IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Southern Calif Posts: 42	SurfPronto, A firend of mine just bought an FJ and wanted to know how to disable the light. Regards __________________ Scooterpilot 2008 Sandstorm, 4x4, MT, convenience package, off road package, towing package, skid plate, rock rails, TRD shifter, rear door storage, 2008 Corvette, Red Z51, 3LT M/T 6 speed, Nav

05-31-06, 10:59 AM	#5
Scooterpilot IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Southern Calif Posts: 42	Go4aRyd, Thanks for the information __________________ Scooterpilot 2008 Sandstorm, 4x4, MT, convenience package, off road package, towing package, skid plate, rock rails, TRD shifter, rear door storage, 2008 Corvette, Red Z51, 3LT M/T 6 speed, Nav

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05-31-06, 08:45 AM	#4
Go4aRyd IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 65	Previous posts were at http://forum.ih8mud.com/fj-cruiser/90750-daytime-running-lights-any-options.html and detail at least one good reason for occasionally disabling DRL. BTW you can also disable H3 DRL by following a specific start-up sequence using the light control switch in the cabin.

06-01-06, 09:20 PM	#6
SATXChelus IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: San Antonio Posts: 27	FYI, some insurance companies give you a small discount if the vehicle has DRL. I know Geico and USAA do, sure some others do as well. just something else do think about.

06-01-06, 11:06 PM	#7
torpedo IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 2	I have two options that are tricks but both leave the PARK BRAKE lamp on. 1. Pull up the park brake one notch. (besure the brake does not begin to set) This has to be done before starting and cannot be set down after starting or the lights come on. 2. Pull up the center consloe and install a switch in the Park Brake wire. Both of these work and leave the PARK BRAKE lamp on. This may be good as to remind you that the DRL are off.

06-03-06, 11:52 AM	#8
Go4aRyd IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 65	If anyone tries to add a switch to the headlight resister (instead of hard disconnect), let me know. I'm thinking that might be the best route - but am unsure if it is feasible. In the older days, you could put a switch on anything, but with ECUs and control units, adding a switch can be much more complicated.