Wiper Activated HeadlampsThis feature activates the headlamps and parking lampsafter the windshield wipers have been in use forabout six seconds. For this feature to work, automaticlighting must be enabled. See Headlamps on page 3-31for additional information.When the ignition is turned off, the wiper-activatedheadlamps will immediately turn off. They will also turnoff if the windshield wiper control is turned off.Headlamps on ReminderA warning chime will sound if the exterior lamp controlis left on in either the headlamp or parking lamp positionand the driver’s door is opened with the ignition off.See Lights On Reminder on page 3-71 for additionalinformation.Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier forothers to see the front of your vehicle during theday. DRL can be helpful in many different drivingconditions, but they can be especially helpful in the shortperiods after dawn and before sunset. Fully functionaldaytime running lamps are required on all vehiclesfirst sold in Canada.The DRL system will make the turn signal lamps comeon when the following conditions are met:• It is still daylight and the ignition is on,• the automatic lights are enabled, and• the transmission is not in PARK (P).When DRL are on, only your front turn signal lamps willbe on. No other exterior lamps will be on when the DRLare being used. Your instrument panel will not be lit.3-35
