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Old 11-25-07, 06:59 AM
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Hi, does anybody know how to disable the Daytime Running lamps on the 08 IS250? thanks
Old 11-25-07, 07:03 AM
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Ask the Dealership next time u go.
Old 11-25-07, 08:56 AM
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To elaborate on what Leotno said, it's a CBEST (Toyota body electronics) option that can be set with a factory scan tool. Technically, it's not one of the LPS (Lexus personalized settings), so the dealer is under no obligation to do this for you, and several dealers have refused citing safety concerns, but many here have had it done.
Old 11-25-07, 02:27 PM
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My local toyota dealership shut off mine when i bought my moms 08 Highlander and my nana's 08 Scion XD TRD Package. Go to a toyota dealership if its closer to you.
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same here my dealership did it for me
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my dealer said because of safety reasons
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Originally Posted by yemilipede
my dealer said because of safety reasons
go to a toyota dealership, or a different lexus dealership.
Old 11-25-07, 07:07 PM
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yeah its completely up to the dealership on if they'll do it, since its not an LPS, and was integrated into most toyota owned vehicles as a safety measure, if yours says no, complain a little bit (dont just moan and whine, try and like... convince/complain lol), and if that doesnt work try another dealership
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Any reason for disabling the DRLs? It's bad enough when people don't put on their headlights in the rain or foggy conditions.
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Easy, one word= Stealership
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Originally Posted by warhummer
Any reason for disabling the DRLs? It's bad enough when people don't put on their headlights in the rain or foggy conditions.
My best guess, either cuz he hate the yellow color,or cuz he feels like it make it look more aggressive.
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Originally Posted by warhummer
Any reason for disabling the DRLs? It's bad enough when people don't put on their headlights in the rain or foggy conditions.
Its an ugly yellow color, no other reason is necessary imo.
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Here Cats Run With Just Their Drls And Fogs Lights On (lowbeams Off). Kinda Looks Badass,even Though Its Not The Safest Way To Drive Around Town
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^^ i'd hit a deer in a 10 minute drive if i tried that
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Disconnect your DRL resistor and it will turn off your DRL. The low beam and hig beam control will work as normal. DRL is required in Canada so you guys are on your own on this one and may suffer the consequences if you did from your local law enforcement.


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