How to disable Daytime Running Lights (DRL) on '08 Expedition EL?
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How to disable Daytime Running Lights (DRL) on '08 Expedition EL?
Would like to disable the daytime running lights (DRL) on my 2008 Expedition EL. Based on other Ford truck forums I believe it is as simple as pulling the DRL resistor. If that works on the Expedition...where is the resistor located? If not...any suggestions?
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That's what I believe I found out after looking all around front end for some sort of DRL resistor this weekend. More research led me to threads saying it is a programable setting. Thanks bjtor for confirming that. Will request that from dealer next time I am there. Did they charge you for that? If so...ballpark how much?
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I believe 06+ Fords could have DRL enabled/disabled via the computer system by a service tech. My father purchased an 06 Explorer in TX and exported it to Canada. It was shipped to Orlando to me first, and I had the dealer enable the DRL. The dealer in TX said Id have to add a module, the Dealer in Canada said Id have to add a module. I printed the following and the Orlando Dealer figured it out. Cost was $49
From a Ford Service manual
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Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
Special Tool(s) - Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) software with appropriate hardware, or equivalent scan tool
Principles of Operation
NOTE: The smart junction box (SJB) is also known as the generic electronic module (GEM).
NOTE: When installing a new SJB, it must be configured for this feature, if originally equipped. Refer to Section 418-01.
The SJB controls the DRL by using various inputs to determine whether or not the DRL should be illuminated. These inputs include:
• Ignition switch position
• Headlamp switch position
• Headlamps on or off
• Transmission gear selection
From a Ford Service manual
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Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
Special Tool(s) - Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) software with appropriate hardware, or equivalent scan tool
Principles of Operation
NOTE: The smart junction box (SJB) is also known as the generic electronic module (GEM).
NOTE: When installing a new SJB, it must be configured for this feature, if originally equipped. Refer to Section 418-01.
The SJB controls the DRL by using various inputs to determine whether or not the DRL should be illuminated. These inputs include:
• Ignition switch position
• Headlamp switch position
• Headlamps on or off
• Transmission gear selection
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Enabled DRL
I went to my dealer Mullinax of Kissimmee and the service guys are fantastic.
I asked them to enable the DRL for me, the service guy said He would have to ask the tech, I explained that they can disable/enable via the VCM and the tech said YES he can, 5 minutes later the DRL was enabled.
NO CHARGE, thanks Mullinax
But I forgot to ask them to enable the transmission gear selection that cstanley44 referenced.
I find sometimes I'm in 3rd gear instead of D
PS the DRL only works in gear, when placed in Park they turn off.
I asked them to enable the DRL for me, the service guy said He would have to ask the tech, I explained that they can disable/enable via the VCM and the tech said YES he can, 5 minutes later the DRL was enabled.
NO CHARGE, thanks Mullinax
But I forgot to ask them to enable the transmission gear selection that cstanley44 referenced.
I find sometimes I'm in 3rd gear instead of D
PS the DRL only works in gear, when placed in Park they turn off.