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Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier
for others to see the front of your vehicle during
the day. DRL can be helpful in many different
driving conditions, but they can be especially
helpful in the short periods after dawn and before
sunset. Fully functional daytime running lamps
are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada.
The DRL system will turn your low-beam
headlamps on at a reduced brightness when
the following conditions are met:
• The ignition is on.
• The exterior lamp control is turned to AUTO. In
addition, Canadian vehicles DRL will also turn
on if you have turned on the parking lamps.
• The light sensor detects daytime light. See the
end of this section for more information on the
light sensor.
• The shift lever is not in PARK (P).
While the DRL system is on, the taillamps,
sidemarker lamps, and instrument panel lights
will not be illuminated.
The DRL system will be off any time your vehicle is
in PARK (P). The DRL system on U.S. vehicles can
also be turned off by using the off/on switch for one
ignition cycle.
As with any vehicle, you should turn on the
regular headlamp system when you need it.
Light Sensor
Your vehicle has a light sensor on top of the
instrument panel. Make sure it is not covered or the
headlamps may remain on when you do not need
them. The light sensor for the DRL and Automatic
Headlamp features is located on top of the
instrument panel.
The automatic headlamp system may be on when
driving through a parking garage, heavy outcast
weather, or a tunnel. This is normal.
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