Turn off daytime running lights

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Their are 3 known ways to disable them.

1) Your dealer can turn them off by reprogramming your body ECU with the OEM scan tool. Some dealers refuse or claim it isn't possible. It is. Search Yotatech for proof.

2) Swap out your DRL flasher for the non DRL flasher. This part costs about $35. You may be able to trade with somebody here. Search here or at Yotatech for instructions.

3) Disconnect 1 wire from your DRL flasher. Search the forums to see how.

* HINT: The DRL thread is linked in my signature.
 
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Do the DRL's really bug you guys that much?

DRL's are law in Canada since like 91 and I think they're one of the best safety features out there. Cars without them bug me now that I'm used to everything having them....
 
Northof49 said:
Do the DRL's really bug you guys that much?

DRL's are law in Canada since like 91 and I think they're one of the best safety features out there. Cars without them bug me now that I'm used to everything having them....
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I like them so much I drive around with my headlights all day/night.
 
Anyone know how to keep the DRLs on when the headlights are on? I like how the DRLs look on my black 4R (LTD)
 
I did not like the 2001/2002 implementation with the head lights nearly as much as I do the amber turn signals. On a bright sunny day, I've almost come not notice all the vehicles with headlights. The amber lights are not bright but they stand out much better, IMHO. I like these.
 
I like the way they look, as well as the safety advantage...So I just ordered the DRL flasher relay from Partznet....

Once I install it and verify that it works properly, I will be happy to send anyone my non-DRL flasher should they desire to not have the DRLs....

Mark
 
I seem to recall that DRLs were an option for 2003 that cost about 20-30 dollars on the sticker. Mine doesn't have them as I like to be in control of my lighting.

edit: I wouldn't want to disable them if it came equipped that way; it wasn't a deal breaker for me either way. I just prefer them off.
 
DRL's for 1995

K, I seem to have an older 4Runner than y'all.....I'm importing my 1995 to Canada, and need to have the headlights as DRL's...anyone know how to do this? Is it the same thing with the flasher relay that you guys are talking about with your newer rigs?
 
Can anyone help me? I currently have a 2003 4runner limited, and I took everything apart following the directions of another post. I located a small black flasher, and i took the plug off and tried to put it in a beige flasher, but it is smaller. Is there any adapter or something im missing or doing wrong? Im just trying to disable the DRL's for nighttime.
 
Daytime Running Lights

I like them too. Do the new 4Runners have daytime running lights in the headlights now in Canada?
 
My drl melted its plastic casing inside the headlight housing. Once I figured it out I cut the wire. No more worries. And while I was at it I made it possible to use my fog lights and high beams at the same time.


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KindOf4Runner said:
Can anyone help me? I currently have a 2003 4runner limited, and I took everything apart following the directions of another post. I located a small black flasher, and i took the plug off and tried to put it in a beige flasher, but it is smaller. Is there any adapter or something im missing or doing wrong? Im just trying to disable the DRL's for nighttime.
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I went to the dealership, said 'please turn off my DRLs', then drove home 3 mins later with them off. They are controlled by the computer and can be turned on or off using the scan/diagnostic tool. Any Toyota dealership should be able to that for free.
 
KindOf4Runner said:
Can anyone help me? I currently have a 2003 4runner limited, and I took everything apart following the directions of another post. I located a small black flasher, and i took the plug off and tried to put it in a beige flasher, but it is smaller. Is there any adapter or something im missing or doing wrong? Im just trying to disable the DRL's for nighttime.
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I ran into this exact issue today. I attempted to switch to a non-DRL turn signal relay, but the current plug does not fit.

Is there a harness that can be purchased to make this work?
 
This works on a 2006 V6.
To turn off running lights, set parking brake, turn off car, start car.

I believe this info is in the operators manual.
 
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