Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
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Originally Posted by snkpkp' post='557897' date='Apr 8 2008, 07:05 AM
i have the option now with progman update 27. something.... now i can choose DRL but it only comes on IF in AUTO and seems like whole set of headlights, tail lights and all Dash lights come on...
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Here's why I ask. I have a 2006 W220 Mercedes with no DRL option. I bought (from a German eBay seller) LED DRL's that replaced the lower vents and neatly installed a set of bright-as-Audi LED's. The kit came with a setting that allowed me to use those as DRL's (auto dimmed when headlights came on).
however, in the case of the E60, I am wondering if I need to have the dealer turn on my DRL function. Thanks
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What is the build date of your new ride? Late model '07 like mine (Oct. '06 build) has DRL on/off option in the iDrive. And the DRL on pre-LCI is not the AE but the smaller/inner round reflector (also in use as high beam), on the other hand LCI model ('08+) uses AE as the DRL.
Unfortunately, on pre-LCI model you can not put HID for the AE as it uses a non-std bulb (like LCI model uses standard H8 halogen bulb) so AE upgrade options (as far as brightness & color) is rather limited and pre-LCI AE is not visible during the day.
That's one of many reason I did full LCI lights conversion couple years ago.
Unfortunately, on pre-LCI model you can not put HID for the AE as it uses a non-std bulb (like LCI model uses standard H8 halogen bulb) so AE upgrade options (as far as brightness & color) is rather limited and pre-LCI AE is not visible during the day.
That's one of many reason I did full LCI lights conversion couple years ago.
Hi, we just bought a US spec 2007 E60. It does not have the option of turning on/off the DRL's and it currently does not have DRL's. I actually like the safety factor and plan on buying a set of HID Angel Eyes. I assume I have to go to the dealership and have them program my car to have DRL's so the HID Angel Eye kit will be on during the day? Thoughts?
Here's why I ask. I have a 2006 W220 Mercedes with no DRL option. I bought (from a German eBay seller) LED DRL's that replaced the lower vents and neatly installed a set of bright-as-Audi LED's. The kit came with a setting that allowed me to use those as DRL's (auto dimmed when headlights came on).
however, in the case of the E60, I am wondering if I need to have the dealer turn on my DRL function. Thanks
Here's why I ask. I have a 2006 W220 Mercedes with no DRL option. I bought (from a German eBay seller) LED DRL's that replaced the lower vents and neatly installed a set of bright-as-Audi LED's. The kit came with a setting that allowed me to use those as DRL's (auto dimmed when headlights came on).
however, in the case of the E60, I am wondering if I need to have the dealer turn on my DRL function. Thanks
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What is the build date of your new ride? Late model '07 like mine (Oct. '06 build) has DRL on/off option in the iDrive. And the DRL on pre-LCI is not the AE but the smaller/inner round reflector (also in use as high beam), on the other hand LCI model ('08+) uses AE as the DRL.
Unfortunately, on pre-LCI model you can not put HID for the AE as it uses a non-std bulb (like LCI model uses standard H8 halogen bulb) so AE upgrade options (as far as brightness & color) is rather limited and pre-LCI AE is not visible during the day.
That's one of many reason I did full LCI lights conversion couple years ago.
Unfortunately, on pre-LCI model you can not put HID for the AE as it uses a non-std bulb (like LCI model uses standard H8 halogen bulb) so AE upgrade options (as far as brightness & color) is rather limited and pre-LCI AE is not visible during the day.
That's one of many reason I did full LCI lights conversion couple years ago.
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Yes you have pre-LCI ... LCI model start '08+ ... for pre-LCI AE you might like to check out product such as from MTEC, keep in mind pre-LCI AE will not be visible enough during the day to the fact it wasn't design to be a DRL source like the LCI ... and AFAIK using LED will not be as bright but they do increase in whiteness (but again such color change will become less visible).
But then again everybody different ... so GL!
But then again everybody different ... so GL!
Thanks, my inservice date is 7/06 and I definitely cannot turn the DLR on/off from iDrive. I don't even have that option. Hence, no DRL's on my BMW. That said, I guess I have to just turn the knob to "parking" light mode to have the angel eyes turn on but they are very dim. I was thinkign of replacign the bulbs with CREE 20watt LED's. I assume it's a pre-LCI model but do you know if I can use CREE LED bulbs to increase the whiteness?
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Hey guys.
I've been trying to code DRL high beam not to work in parking light mode. It does ruin the good looks of the AE.
I like to only have the DRL high beam active in "0"-position. Anyone know what values to change?
I've been trying to code DRL high beam not to work in parking light mode. It does ruin the good looks of the AE.
I like to only have the DRL high beam active in "0"-position. Anyone know what values to change?
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Read my question again
I do know how to enable DRL thru ncs expert. But when driving with with the lightswitch in "0"-position i only have the high beam DRL on. That's what i wan't. The rest of the car has no light.
BUT when switching over to angel eyes (Position light), I do NOT wan't the DRL to come along with my angel eyes,
So if you have the answer to this one im very happy
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I do know how to enable DRL thru ncs expert. But when driving with with the lightswitch in "0"-position i only have the high beam DRL on. That's what i wan't. The rest of the car has no light.
BUT when switching over to angel eyes (Position light), I do NOT wan't the DRL to come along with my angel eyes,
So if you have the answer to this one im very happy
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