Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup, 2012 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2012 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2012 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
The BCM can be configured to turn the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on for this vehicle. Refer to
MODULE CONFIGURATION
for programmable parameter information.
The DRL system utilizes the existing circuitry and components from the headlamp system.
The DRL system operates the low beam headlamps at a reduced intensity.
The BCM illuminates the low beam headlamps at a reduced intensity when the following conditions are met:
- The ignition switch is in the RUN position.
- The headlamps have not been turned on by the autolamp system or the headlamp switch.
- The transmission is not in PARK (P) (automatic transmission).
- The parking brake is not applied (manual transmission).