Headlights

[bro9178]

I have opted not to disable the DRL afterall, few of the reasons why were posted on this forum. Another of the reasons why it got to complicated and time consuming. Thanks to everyone who replied and offered some advise. Till next time!!!

[MT-2500]

Originally Posted by bro9178

I have opted not to disable the DRL afterall, few of the reasons why were posted on this forum. Another of the reasons why it got to complicated and time consuming. Thanks to everyone who replied and offered some advise. Till next time!!!

You are welcome and thanks for posting back your decision.

I think everyone should consider the fact that DRL lights are a safety feature.
Along with air bags and seat belts and other safety stuff.

Safety features are put on there to not only help save our lives but the lives of our family members and friend and other people on the road.

Good Luck

[jdmccright]

The real reason for DRLs in the USA is that Canada requires DRLs on all their vehicles. Since many GM vehicles are assembled and sold in Canada, to GM it saved money and was easier to just put DRLs on all vehicles rather than have separate wiring schemes and parts for US and Canadian vehicles. There is no US law that mandates them...can't speak for every state though.

FMVSS should be regarded as the MINIMUM safety standards for vehicles sold in the US. Each state has their own additional safety standards, and independent associations like the Consumers Union and IIHS make their recommendations for safety features that manufacturers can (and usually do) implement to make their cars more appealing to buyers.

I don't know about every GM car, but the Jimmy I used to have kept the DRLs off until you shifted out of Park. I could disable them by just removing the DRL/FOG fuse, but I didn't care. Hafta check the Envoy to see what it does...now I'm curious. But I think that the DRLs stay off until after the engine is started. I'll edit this is I'm wrong.

Finally, the DRLs for the trucks (definitely the Jimmy) draw a lower amperage than the full low beam. Some vehicles even have their own separate bulb. So if they were on prior to start, they would either be drawing little power or they are temporarily disconnected by the ignition switch (like the radio and other accessories) when you turn the key to start. Thus, the auxiliary power draw is minimized.

That's my 2 cents...take care & drive safe.