Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Lincoln MKX and 2014 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: The Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) are a programmable parameter for this vehicle.

For vehicles with halogen headlamps:

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can be enabled/disabled using the BCM Programmable Parameter, DRL Type.
the factory selected DRL system operates the low beam headlamps at a reduced intensity.
when enabling the DRL using a scan tool, two modes of operation can be selected. The low beam headlamps will illuminate at a reduced intensity (halogen headlamps) or the front turn lamps will illuminate continuously (not flashing) at full intensity.

For vehicles with High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps:

NOTE: Do not enable Low Beams DRL mode If the vehicle is equipped with High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamps. If Low Beams DRL mode is enabled, damage to the headlamp ballast may occur.

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can be enabled/disabled using the BCM Programmable Parameter, DRL Type.
the factory selected DRL system operates the front turn lamps illuminate continuously (not flashing) at full intensity.
when enabling the DRL using a scan tool, only one mode of operation should be selected. The front turn lamps will illuminate continuously (not flashing) at full intensity.

The DRL are activated when the following conditions are met:

the ignition is in RUN
the headlamps have not been turned on by the autolamp system or the headlamp switch
the transmission is not in park