Factory driving lights?
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Factory driving lights?
I can't seem to get the driving lights working. I followed the instructions in the manual. I assumed I have this option, because of the Lariat package and all the other packages I got, maybe I'm wrong. Has anyone had this problem?
Sorry about the spelling: Factury vrs Factory. I'm an Aggie, what can I say
Sorry about the spelling: Factury vrs Factory. I'm an Aggie, what can I say
Last edited by sandyc; Dec 23, 2010 at 03:41 PM. Reason: Spelling
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Actually, the fog lights will come on with the switch in the first notch (parking lamp position).
Simply turn the **** to park, gently pull out 1/4".
The fogs only work if the headlights are on low beam.
jammer
Better question is: are you looking for Daytime Running Lights?? (headlights on at 1/2 power).
Simply turn the **** to park, gently pull out 1/4".
The fogs only work if the headlights are on low beam.
jammer
Better question is: are you looking for Daytime Running Lights?? (headlights on at 1/2 power).
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Daytime running lights are standard for Canada. I am not sure if you can get them to go on. I think a dealer may need to do it for you.
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The DRL option is a programmable parameter within IDS. Your dealer should be able to do it in about 30 seconds.
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PSHD,
Are you implying that "most" US dealers would not enable DRL for non fleet users due to this requirment?
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Ahhh. Great Info. Daytime running lights give me a slight savings on my auto insurance. Since it wasn't listed when USAA pulled my VIN, I'm not getting that discount. I'll get this done next time I'm at the dealer. Thank you!
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English please.
IDS?
How should I ask my service tech? Everytime I come up with a weird request, he's clueless.
Shane
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IDS is the integrated diagnostic system software used by Ford tech's to analyse the vehicle's on-board computer systems. Typically they run the software off their laptop which is then connected to a VCM (vehicle control module) which is then connected to your vehicle through the OBD-II connector just below and to the left of your steering wheel. You will hear the term IDS and VCM used interchangeably but IDS is software and VCM is hardware. You need both to program or change programming on the truck.
There is a menu option within IDS that allows changing certain programming parameters - daytime running lights is one of them.
The only other thing is the software version - some guys are terrible at updating their software so as long as your guy is relatively current (say version 68 or better) he should be able to do just fine.
There is a menu option within IDS that allows changing certain programming parameters - daytime running lights is one of them.
The only other thing is the software version - some guys are terrible at updating their software so as long as your guy is relatively current (say version 68 or better) he should be able to do just fine.