Daytime running lights

jtfleischer · 12-19-2006, 09:59 PM

Does anyone know if you install the 7.5Amp fuse in the fuse box under the hood will this activate the daytime running lights? The manual shows the position for the daytime running lights fuse just above the headlight fuses.

seasalsa · 12-19-2006, 10:01 PM

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Does anyone know if you install the 7.5Amp fuse in the fuse box under the hood will this activate the daytime running lights? The manual shows the position for the daytime running lights fuse just above the headlight fuses.
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Not in the USA, Canada has DRL but all we get is Auto Off.

YoDaddyAlex · 12-20-2006, 11:45 AM

thats really too bad about no DRL in the US. the manual should at least note that when describing the "auto" headlight feature, I noticed I didn't have that option and was going to run to the dealer to complain about why it wasn't in!

seasalsa · 12-20-2006, 02:05 PM

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thats really too bad about no DRL in the US. the manual should at least note that when describing the "auto" headlight feature, I noticed I didn't have that option and was going to run to the dealer to complain about why it wasn't in!
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The manual has a disclaimer stating that all options might not be included on your vehicle. I believe the owners manual is for North America not just the US.

DanMan32 · 12-30-2006, 04:58 PM

You may find a space reserved for the fuse, but you won't find any electrical connections there.
Also missing are relays and other wiring. And DRL was not made compatable with HID, which is why Canadian market aren't offered HID.

larry55 · 08-12-2007, 10:51 PM

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You may find a space reserved for the fuse, but you won't find any electrical connections there.
Also missing are relays and other wiring. And DRL was not made compatable with HID, which is why Canadian market aren't offered HID.
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I am new to the forum and just bought a 2007 Prius Friday. Have been going over the manual and am disappointed there is no daytime running lights. This should be a basic safety feature on all new cars. Is there a workaround for this? Does anyone have any ideas on this. Would appreciate some brainstorming on a way to get us daytime running lights.

Thanks

seasalsa · 08-12-2007, 11:06 PM

I use the Auto Off feature, if you leave your lights on they will shut off Automatically when you power off and open the drivers door.

**Tideland Prius** · 08-13-2007, 01:45 AM

You can either leave your headlights in the ON position (It has auto-off so it'll shut off if you open the driver's door) or get a DRL kit and use the foglights or turn signals as DRLs

prius2go · 08-13-2007, 05:22 AM

I thought daytime running lights had been shown to increase overall accident rates since pedestrians and cyclists are relatively less visible?

David Beale · 08-13-2007, 12:19 PM

How would pedestrians and cyclists be less visible with DRLs? Bicycle reflectors will light up even in daylight. Pedestrian reflective clothing will also light up. DRLs are no replacement for headlamps at dusk and dawn (or at night). They are "DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS".

All the studies I've seen showed about 10-15% drop in accidents. I haven't seen a recent one though.

Be aware, there are some shortcomings with DRLs. For example, the tail lamps are off.

The headlamps are run at lower intensity. The parking brake is supposed to shut them off, if you are stopped with the engine running (old term - in ready mode with the Prius). There are quite a few vehicles that use turn signals for DRLs (Chryslers, particularly the minivans, RX-7s, many vehicles with fold-down headlamps, and some HID equipped vehicles).

You can purchase a DRL module and connect it as you please in the US. It isn't illegal to have the parking lights or turn signals on as DRLs there. Here it has to be approved to fulfill legal DRL function.

DRL modules available from places such as:
http://www.hamsar.com/drlkits.htm

08-13-2007, 12:19 PM	#10
David Beale Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Edmonton Alberta Posts: 2,116 My Car: 2007 Prius Model: Package: B Thanks: 3 Thanked 77 Times in 58 Posts Friends: 0	How would pedestrians and cyclists be less visible with DRLs? Bicycle reflectors will light up even in daylight. Pedestrian reflective clothing will also light up. DRLs are no replacement for headlamps at dusk and dawn (or at night). They are "DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS". All the studies I've seen showed about 10-15% drop in accidents. I haven't seen a recent one though. Be aware, there are some shortcomings with DRLs. For example, the tail lamps are off. The headlamps are run at lower intensity. The parking brake is supposed to shut them off, if you are stopped with the engine running (old term - in ready mode with the Prius). There are quite a few vehicles that use turn signals for DRLs (Chryslers, particularly the minivans, RX-7s, many vehicles with fold-down headlamps, and some HID equipped vehicles). You can purchase a DRL module and connect it as you please in the US. It isn't illegal to have the parking lights or turn signals on as DRLs there. Here it has to be approved to fulfill legal DRL function. DRL modules available from places such as: http://www.hamsar.com/drlkits.htm __________________ Edmonton Alberta "Pearl" is a 2007 Driftwood Pearl Prius.

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12-19-2006, 09:59 PM	#1
jtfleischer JTFleischer Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Birdsboro, Pa Posts: 8 My Car: 2005 Prius Model: Package: #6 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	Does anyone know if you install the 7.5Amp fuse in the fuse box under the hood will this activate the daytime running lights? The manual shows the position for the daytime running lights fuse just above the headlight fuses.

12-20-2006, 11:45 AM	#3
YoDaddyAlex Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: So Cal Posts: 261 My Car: 2007 Prius Model: Package: #6 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	thats really too bad about no DRL in the US. the manual should at least note that when describing the "auto" headlight feature, I noticed I didn't have that option and was going to run to the dealer to complain about why it wasn't in!

12-30-2006, 04:58 PM	#5
DanMan32 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Tampa Bay, FL Posts: 3,775 My Car: Model: Package: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	You may find a space reserved for the fuse, but you won't find any electrical connections there. Also missing are relays and other wiring. And DRL was not made compatable with HID, which is why Canadian market aren't offered HID.

08-12-2007, 11:06 PM	#7
seasalsa Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 1,202 My Car: 2004 Prius Model: Package: #2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Friends: 0	I use the Auto Off feature, if you leave your lights on they will shut off Automatically when you power off and open the drivers door.

08-13-2007, 01:45 AM	#8
Tideland Prius Moderator of the North Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Canada Posts: 19,620 My Car: 2010 Prius Model: N/A Package: Technology Package (Canada) Thanks: 229 Thanked 345 Times in 244 Posts Friends: 23	You can either leave your headlights in the ON position (It has auto-off so it'll shut off if you open the driver's door) or get a DRL kit and use the foglights or turn signals as DRLs

08-13-2007, 05:22 AM	#9
prius2go Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 301 My Car: Model: Package: Thanks: 4 Thanked 11 Times in 8 Posts Friends: 0	I thought daytime running lights had been shown to increase overall accident rates since pedestrians and cyclists are relatively less visible?