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Just tried to log onto Tips & Tricks website. Main page stated it is under construction.--:4-dontknow:
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That is a privately owned site by one of our members.
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Shoot me your personal email, I will send it to you.
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Thanks to both of you for the information.-:smileup:
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Since the tips and tricks website is closed, does anyone have the instructions for dealer to activate the drl"s, they told me my car doesnt have that feature and cant be programmed, i think they dont know how
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[FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1](Daytime Running Lights) and Activation of.[/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]This is where the inboard AMBER turn signals both come on bright and stay on while driving and properly switch OFF/ON during turn signals. [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]The bright amber lights highlight the vehicle for others to see it better during the day, hence the name Daytime Running Lights. [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]When you select headlights on, the DRL's switch off and AMBER turn signals now go to low power filament and will glow bright on lane [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]change indications as normal. [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]In Canada it is against the law to remove/disable the DRL on any vehicle 1990 and newer. [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]Also all vehicles imported that are mfg 1990 and newer must have them. They are considered [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]basic safety equipment[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]-[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]like brake lights or headlights.[/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]Note to Service Tech's to Activate DRL's on the Dodge Challenger in the United States.[/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]You do not have to Change [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]COUNTRY[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1] code ([/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]ie[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]. Canada, Unites States, etc.) to do this. [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]It is NOT in the vehicle [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]Prep Area! [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]This is done in [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]TIPM[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1] (Total Integrated Power Module) Programming Options. [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]With [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]StarScan[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1] (or with 2010 and newer [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]StarMobile[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1] or [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]WiTech[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1])[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1] go into [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]TIPM[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1] setup.[/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]Note: Do not use [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]Wycliff[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1] for this! [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]Note:[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1] We can do this also for add on "fog lamps" on other models. [/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]StarScan[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1] or [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]StarMobile[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]:[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]ECU View [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]---[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]> [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]M/CGW [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]---[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]> [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]Misc Functions [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]---[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]> [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]Enable DRL [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]-[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]follow prompts. [/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]Check the status of the DRL and see if its [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]ENABLED[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]. [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]It is not listed as [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]"Daytime Running Lights"[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1] but it is actually listed as [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]"DRL" in the scan tool. [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]When vehicle is placed [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]in gear[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1] and parking brake is in the [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]OFF[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1] position, the [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]DRL's[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1] will then automatically come on. [/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]Q: [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]Just to be clear: the orange (inner most) lights can be set to DRL mode following this procedure? [/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]A: [/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Verdana,sans-serif][SIZE=-1]Yes, but only in gear, no parking brake on, it will turn on the turn signal element in the front lights only.[/SIZE][/FONT]
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thanks tjgs,its pretty sad when we know more about our cars than the dealer does
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I was reading an old thread on tips and tricks , can you help to get the list of tips and tricks for SRT8 Challenger. my email is [email protected] Thanks Keith
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Sure thing, I will get my copy to you tomorrow.
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I have 2 questions about getting my get my DRL to stay on.One does the car have to be running and two I dont have the HID lights will it still work on Halogen lamps.For my headlight switch all I have is off,DRL and head lights.When I turn the ignition from accessories to on they dont come on.
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^X2.
I think you'll find they only turn on while the car is in gear and the emergency brake off.
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Thanks
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Mine dont come on when I do that....might have to wait till I have my seat fixed and let them get the lights to work.
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if you sent it to me I didn't get it, could you please send me the tips and tricks s again. Thanks Keith my email is [email protected]
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