05+ DRL (Daytime Running Lights) Install OEM

007Tacoma · 03-06-2008, 05:04 AM

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Originally Posted by 08beachtoy

I ordered the parts for the DRL from toyotapart they will be here tomorrow but I want to know once you do this mod will the turn signals blink in the front even though the mod keeps those lights on all the time will they still flash when you use your signals ????????

Yep they will work as normal.

Remember - this is an OEM modification, so it functions like it came from the factory with this option already installed.

08beachtoy · 03-07-2008, 11:54 AM

Just did the mod 30 minutes start to finish $45 easy to do looks nice great post made it simple thanks alot got all parts from toyotapart.com ordered on sun afternoon the parts were here wed.

raycie · 03-10-2008, 09:08 PM

Thanks for posting this!! Very easy 30 mins max..

Hello all.. just upgraded (well kinda) from a '99 TRD off-road Pre-runner to a steal-of-a-deal from a co-worker ('07 TRD-Sport Pre-runner D-Cab L-Bed)..Only bad thing is he dosen't have the locking diffs...

Q: When I took off my dash, the wire that was connected to my power mirrors had 2 other "unconnected" harnesses. Anyone know what these 2 "would" connect to or would be for?

Thanks again !!!

007Tacoma · 03-11-2008, 03:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by raycie

Thanks for posting this!! Very easy 30 mins max..

Hello all.. just upgraded (well kinda) from a '99 TRD off-road Pre-runner to a steal-of-a-deal from a co-worker ('07 TRD-Sport Pre-runner D-Cab L-Bed)..Only bad thing is he dosen't have the locking diffs...

Q: When I took off my dash, the wire that was connected to my power mirrors had 2 other "unconnected" harnesses. Anyone know what these 2 "would" connect to or would be for?

Thanks again !!!

I know one of them is for the diff-lock, but since you have a TRD Sport - you have the LSD rear end anyway. Don't know what the other one is.

Welcome to TW!

buyobuyo · 03-11-2008, 08:20 PM

The other one could be for any number of things that have switches in that area. Fog lights, traction control, downhill assist, clutch override, etc.

raycie · 03-12-2008, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by buyobuyo

The other one could be for any number of things that have switches in that area. Fog lights, traction control, downhill assist, clutch override, etc.

Have the fog lights already.. just wondering if it is anything that toyota installs at the factory and all I need is the button and plug it in to make it work. Maybe I'll take pictures and post.. thanks..

waynea4 · 03-13-2008, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by raycie

Have the fog lights already.. just wondering if it is anything that toyota installs at the factory and all I need is the button and plug it in to make it work. Maybe I'll take pictures and post.. thanks..

I had the same question when I put my DRL's in, I think the wires are just there because the harness is the same for all the trucks.

Osiris117 · 03-26-2008, 07:26 AM

hey,

For a Sick sound for your 2.7L 4banger try a cherry bomb vortex (part # 88101). It gives your exhaust a sweet low rumble, and adds a nice popp and gurgle to your exhaust on down shifts.

007Tacoma · 03-26-2008, 10:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Osiris117

hey,

For a Sick sound for your 2.7L 4banger try a cherry bomb vortex (part # 88101). It gives your exhaust a sweet low rumble, and adds a nice popp and gurgle to your exhaust on down shifts.

...off topic, but I already traded my 2.7L AC for a 4.0L DC LB.

Sounds like a cool exhaust though.

yakker117 · 03-27-2008, 07:18 AM

Does anyone know if this mod will work on a 2008 Taco??

007Tacoma · 03-27-2008, 09:36 AM

Yes. It is the exact same.

I did this to my 2008 Tacoma last week. The only difference is that I put a switch in to disable the DRLs on the go. This was my personal preference, of course. Otherwise, it was exactly the same.

wingman66 · 05-05-2008, 09:35 PM

Hi, your post is very well done. Will that modification work on my 2005? I am assuming that it will but i want to make sure before I order the parts.

Thanks.

007Tacoma · 05-14-2008, 10:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wingman66

Hi, your post is very well done. Will that modification work on my 2005? I am assuming that it will but i want to make sure before I order the parts.

Thanks.

Yes it will. I did it on a guys 05 regular cab last weekend (for some reason he didn't trust the dealer).

I also just did this on my 08 double cab and I installed a bypass switch for when i want to be sneaky.

hondabuster · 05-18-2008, 08:31 AM

I just did the mod last weekend on my 08, and except for the relay and dummy cap on the fuse box, it went well.
Im not sure if its me or what, but i had one hell of a time removing the relay, and that grey cap. I tried every little screwdriver, and pick i had, to get the hooks to release, but finally ended up just prying them off.
Id like to see a pictoral, or at least a simple explanation ( for simple minded guys like me), of how youre supposed to release those relays.

buyobuyo · 05-18-2008, 03:33 PM

They were a pain in the ass for me to get off to. If I remember, I ended up grabbing a pair of pliers and just grabbed and pulled until they popped off.

Anthony · 05-18-2008, 05:29 PM

anyone have any pictures of how it looks from a short distance? i think i want to do this

hondabuster · 05-19-2008, 08:28 AM

If you send me your email address I can send a pic, but ive got no where to post one.

MotoXFreeStyle61 · 05-19-2008, 08:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Anthony

anyone have any pictures of how it looks from a short distance? i think i want to do this

Here is a picture. Its old but right after I did the mod.

BogHootTaco · 05-26-2008, 01:34 PM

I just bought a new Tacoma and it has these running lights. I've noticed no other taco's around have them and was wondering why I do?

raycie · 05-27-2008, 12:25 AM

It was a option.. A lot of Tacoma's I see don't have them, but I did the mod to get them...

03-10-2008, 09:08 PM	#63
raycie Member Joined: Mar 2008, #5205 Location: Oahu, HI Posts: 65 07 TRD Sport D-Cab L-Bed 2007 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L Still working	Awesome!!! Thanks for posting this!! Very easy 30 mins max.. Hello all.. just upgraded (well kinda) from a '99 TRD off-road Pre-runner to a steal-of-a-deal from a co-worker ('07 TRD-Sport Pre-runner D-Cab L-Bed)..Only bad thing is he dosen't have the locking diffs... Q: When I took off my dash, the wire that was connected to my power mirrors had 2 other "unconnected" harnesses. Anyone know what these 2 "would" connect to or would be for? Thanks again !!!

03-11-2008, 08:20 PM	#65
buyobuyo Senior Member Joined: Jan 2008, #4417 Location: Socorro, NM Age: 27 Posts: 185 08 PreRunner SR5, I4, Manual, Silver 2008 Access Cab Manual 2.7L I4 DIY Secondary Filter Removed, DIY DRL, AFE Pro-Dry S drop-in filter, Redline Tuning QuickLift Hood Struts, Hidden Hitch Class 3 Receiver & Trailer Wiring	The other one could be for any number of things that have switches in that area. Fog lights, traction control, downhill assist, clutch override, etc. __________________ Jeremy 2008 Tacoma PreRunner SR5, Access Cab, I4, Manual, Silver Streak Mica DIY Secondary Filter Removed DIY DRL AFE Pro-Dry S drop-in filter Redline Tuning QuickLift Hood Struts Hidden Hitch Class 3 Receiver & Trailer wiring

03-27-2008, 09:36 AM	#71
007Tacoma Moderator; TW Moderator Joined: Jan 2007, #643 Location: San Antonio, Texas Age: 27 Gender: Guy Posts: 5,822 08 PreRunner SR5 DoubleCab LongBed BSP 2008 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L TacomaWorld.com Sticker, URD True Cold Air Intake, Debadged, Blackened Headlight Mod, 30% Window Tint, Access LE Tonneau, Bed Mat, OEM Daytime Running Lights + On/Off Switch, Fogs-On-Anytime Mod, Alternating Turn-Signal Mod, Canvas Seat Covers, Pioneer Stereo, iPod Connection, PAC steering wheel remote, Homemade Bike Rack (4 bikes), Firestone Destination ATs 265/75R16, TRD Suspension Upgrade	Yes. It is the exact same. I did this to my 2008 Tacoma last week. The only difference is that I put a switch in to disable the DRLs on the go. This was my personal preference, of course. Otherwise, it was exactly the same. __________________ 007Tacoma is currently out of the forum and on vacation. If you would like to leave a message for 007, do so here: beep

05-05-2008, 09:35 PM	#72
wingman66 Junior Member Joined: May 2008, #6431 Location: Manitoba, Canada Posts: 2 05 SR5 4X4 Short Box 2005 Double Cab Automatic	Daytime running lights Hi, your post is very well done. Will that modification work on my 2005? I am assuming that it will but i want to make sure before I order the parts. Thanks.

05-18-2008, 03:33 PM	#75
buyobuyo Senior Member Joined: Jan 2008, #4417 Location: Socorro, NM Age: 27 Posts: 185 08 PreRunner SR5, I4, Manual, Silver 2008 Access Cab Manual 2.7L I4 DIY Secondary Filter Removed, DIY DRL, AFE Pro-Dry S drop-in filter, Redline Tuning QuickLift Hood Struts, Hidden Hitch Class 3 Receiver & Trailer Wiring	They were a pain in the ass for me to get off to. If I remember, I ended up grabbing a pair of pliers and just grabbed and pulled until they popped off. __________________ Jeremy 2008 Tacoma PreRunner SR5, Access Cab, I4, Manual, Silver Streak Mica DIY Secondary Filter Removed DIY DRL AFE Pro-Dry S drop-in filter Redline Tuning QuickLift Hood Struts Hidden Hitch Class 3 Receiver & Trailer wiring

03-07-2008, 11:54 AM	#62
08beachtoy Member Joined: Feb 2008, #4881 Location: 10 miles north of Ocean City Maryland " Bethany Beach ,DE " Posts: 56 08' reg cab 4x4 2.7ltr 5 spd 2008 Regular Cab Manual opted for the 2.7 and it seems very sufficient "especially at the pumps" Sony cd player /ipod , small amp, bed mat from Dee Zee , A.R.E. custom cap with yakima racks, weather gaurd floor mats , oem fog lights ,oem DRL mod, class III hitch , bed mounted power inverter, tinted windows 5 % all around, oem hood protector /bugshield , avs door visors ,wet okole seat covers	Just did the mod 30 minutes start to finish $45 easy to do looks nice great post made it simple thanks alot got all parts from toyotapart.com ordered on sun afternoon the parts were here wed.

03-26-2008, 07:26 AM	#68
Osiris117 "Historicly, Historic" Joined: Mar 2008, #5240 Location: Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 27 Black Sand Pearl 4X2 2008 Access Cab Manual 2.7L 4Cyl PIAA Intense white H4 headlight bulbs, PIAA Plasma GT-X marker lights, White LED Rear Licence plate lights, Pioneer P4000DVD CD/DVD Deck, 12in Sony Sub, 300W Pioneer amp, Infinity Component set front, Infinifty 6.5in 2ways speakers rear, Cherry Bomb Muffler, Extang Tri-fold soft Toneau cover.	hey, For a Sick sound for your 2.7L 4banger try a cherry bomb vortex (part # 88101). It gives your exhaust a sweet low rumble, and adds a nice popp and gurgle to your exhaust on down shifts.

03-27-2008, 07:18 AM	#70
yakker117 Junior Member Joined: Feb 2008, #4944 Posts: 7 08 Tacoma TRD Off Road Access Cab - Blue 2008 Access Cab Automatic	Does anyone know if this mod will work on a 2008 Taco??

05-18-2008, 08:31 AM	#74
hondabuster Member Joined: May 2008, #6354 Location: MN Posts: 34 08 reg cab 4x2 2008 Regular Cab Automatic Tinted window,vent shades	I just did the mod last weekend on my 08, and except for the relay and dummy cap on the fuse box, it went well. Im not sure if its me or what, but i had one hell of a time removing the relay, and that grey cap. I tried every little screwdriver, and pick i had, to get the hooks to release, but finally ended up just prying them off. Id like to see a pictoral, or at least a simple explanation ( for simple minded guys like me), of how youre supposed to release those relays.

05-18-2008, 05:29 PM	#76
Anthony San Antonio Detailer :) Joined: May 2008, #6464 Location: San Antonio Gender: Male Posts: 550 Used to be a 08 Taco owner 2008 Double Cab Automatic 4.0 5k HIDs Access Lowrider Soft Tonneau Cover Alpine Boston Acoustic Eclipse	anyone have any pictures of how it looks from a short distance? i think i want to do this

05-19-2008, 08:28 AM	#77
hondabuster Member Joined: May 2008, #6354 Location: MN Posts: 34 08 reg cab 4x2 2008 Regular Cab Automatic Tinted window,vent shades	If you send me your email address I can send a pic, but ive got no where to post one.

05-26-2008, 01:34 PM	#79
BogHootTaco Junior Member Joined: May 2008, #6885 Location: Maine Posts: 19 08 Double Cab Long Bed 2008 Double Cab Automatic	I just bought a new Tacoma and it has these running lights. I've noticed no other taco's around have them and was wondering why I do?

05-27-2008, 12:25 AM	#80
raycie Member Joined: Mar 2008, #5205 Location: Oahu, HI Posts: 65 07 TRD Sport D-Cab L-Bed 2007 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L Still working	It was a option.. A lot of Tacoma's I see don't have them, but I did the mod to get them...