installing daytime lights to 2008 Yaris Sedan - Toyota Yaris Forums

ladyKay · 07-07-2011, 07:57 PM

Hello,

This is my first time posting on here. I may need to relocate soon and regulations to the new location will require daytime running lights. I would prefer to keep my car rather than trading it in for another one that is compliant... am rather attached to it

I am willing to pay a mechanic to do this for me (I am not qualified to do it and will certainly not learn enough on my own by the supposed deadline), just wondering if anybody out there has done it, or had it done, and if even could be done.

Thanks everyone!

PS Sorry if this was already posted somewhere... I couldn't find the search function to see if this post already existed.

thetut · 07-08-2011, 06:25 PM

Where are you locating to?.

When you bring your car into a new jurisdiction, it usually means that it will have to be certified by the local authority. The work to be performed to achieve the certification is usually carried out by garages recommend by the authority.

cali yaris · 07-08-2011, 06:59 PM

You can easily have these added and put them with your parking lights or on their own switch:
http://shop.microimageonline.com/DRL...ts-RTDL-01.htm

ladyKay · 07-10-2011, 05:41 PM

from USA to Canada. Figure I'd save myself the hassle of the deadline by having the work done first, when it's first imported over.

Quote:

Originally Posted by thetut

Where are you locating to?.

When you bring your car into a new jurisdiction, it usually means that it will have to be certified by the local authority. The work to be performed to achieve the certification is usually carried out by garages recommend by the authority.

ladyKay · 07-10-2011, 05:41 PM

I'll check it out. Thank you!

Quote:

Originally Posted by cali yaris

You can easily have these added and put them with your parking lights or on their own switch:
http://shop.microimageonline.com/DRL...ts-RTDL-01.htm

carnageehw · 07-10-2011, 10:20 PM

Daytime running lights aren't mandatory in most areas.

shameer_k · 07-11-2011, 07:10 AM

i found these last night
http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/46..._headlamp.html

they install on the lower grill

toy_toronto · 07-11-2011, 11:46 AM

Actually, mounting the DRL lights seperately is the easy/fun part, it's the wiring logic that makes this a bit of a challenge. However, if you know how a standard automotive relay work and know how to tap to your fusebox wiring then it should be a breeze.

As soon as you start the car, you would want the DRL to come ON automatically if the headlights are in the OFF position (no fiddling with switches, etc.) and you want the DRL to turn OFF automatically when you turn your headlights ON.

Relay Wiring for DIY LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)

-toy

fj40dave · 07-11-2011, 01:26 PM

If you're close to the Seattle/Tacoma area, I can give you a hand with getting it installed.

I took out the DRL relay that my '08 HB came with....does your's not have one? Maybe it's just unplugged? (thinking with my fingers here [aka: outloud])

Dave

thetut · 07-11-2011, 07:45 PM

This is where I would start - http://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/contact-us.htm

If you can bring in your car temporarily I understand that Canadian Tire outlets are approved to make the appropriate modifications.

MUSKOKA800 · 07-12-2011, 04:29 PM

Lot's here run with them disabled because they're uncool.
Likely you just need the DRL module (that we can remove to kill ours) to activate yours.

07-07-2011, 07:57 PM	#1
ladyKay Drives: 2008 yaris sedan Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: USA Posts: 4	installing daytime lights to 2008 Yaris Sedan Hello, This is my first time posting on here. I may need to relocate soon and regulations to the new location will require daytime running lights. I would prefer to keep my car rather than trading it in for another one that is compliant... am rather attached to it I am willing to pay a mechanic to do this for me (I am not qualified to do it and will certainly not learn enough on my own by the supposed deadline), just wondering if anybody out there has done it, or had it done, and if even could be done. Thanks everyone! PS Sorry if this was already posted somewhere... I couldn't find the search function to see if this post already existed.

07-08-2011, 06:59 PM	#3
cali yaris ULTIMATE View User's Garage Drives: 07 Yaris Turbo Join Date: May 2007 Location: Canoga Park, CA Posts: 14,859	You can easily have these added and put them with your parking lights or on their own switch: http://shop.microimageonline.com/DRL...ts-RTDL-01.htm __________________ Micro Image forums, online store and shop are now closed. It was a great eight year run, but it was time to focus on other things. I'm still selling parts on eBay under micro*image seller ID and customers can still make requests for anything specific.

07-11-2011, 11:46 AM	#8
toy_toronto always toyin' View User's Garage Drives: 2010 5-Dr Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Tarrana, Canada Posts: 472	Actually, mounting the DRL lights seperately is the easy/fun part, it's the wiring logic that makes this a bit of a challenge. However, if you know how a standard automotive relay work and know how to tap to your fusebox wiring then it should be a breeze. As soon as you start the car, you would want the DRL to come ON automatically if the headlights are in the OFF position (no fiddling with switches, etc.) and you want the DRL to turn OFF automatically when you turn your headlights ON. Relay Wiring for DIY LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) -toy __________________ - Procrastinators of the world unite! ...tomorrow. My Garage.. 'Mild' Drop & Misc..2-DIN GPS/Navi..DIY:Rear Wiper Delay..Ramps/Roll-Ups..Rain Sensing Wipers / Auto-Headlamps

07-12-2011, 04:29 PM	#11
MUSKOKA800 Drives: '08 Yaris Sedan, Aero Package Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Burlington, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,720	Lot's here run with them disabled because they're uncool. Likely you just need the DRL module (that we can remove to kill ours) to activate yours. __________________ TRD Upgrades: 18" Wheels wrapped in 215/35/18 PZero's, Sportivo Shocks/Struts, Lowering Springs, Swaybar, Axle-Back Exhaust, Oil Cap, Rad Cap, Signage. Aftermarket Goodies: Piggies SS, K&N Drop-In, Blitz S/C, DC Header, NST Pulley) Toyota Options/Accessories: Sport Pedal Covers, Sport Shift Knob, Ipod Interface, Summer Mats, Winter Mats, Cruise Control, Auto-Dim Mirror, Echo steelies with winter boots.

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07-08-2011, 06:25 PM	#2
thetut Drives: 2007 4dr sedan Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Montreal Posts: 94	Where are you locating to?. When you bring your car into a new jurisdiction, it usually means that it will have to be certified by the local authority. The work to be performed to achieve the certification is usually carried out by garages recommend by the authority.

07-10-2011, 10:20 PM	#6
carnageehw Drives: 2010 Fusion Hybrid Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Toronto Posts: 88	Daytime running lights aren't mandatory in most areas.

07-11-2011, 07:10 AM	#7
shameer_k Drives: yaris sedan Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Trinidad and Tobago Posts: 52	i found these last night http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/46..._headlamp.html they install on the lower grill

07-11-2011, 01:26 PM	#9
fj40dave Drives: '08 HB Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Allyn Posts: 71	If you're close to the Seattle/Tacoma area, I can give you a hand with getting it installed. I took out the DRL relay that my '08 HB came with....does your's not have one? Maybe it's just unplugged? (thinking with my fingers here [aka: outloud]) Dave

07-11-2011, 07:45 PM	#10
thetut Drives: 2007 4dr sedan Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Montreal Posts: 94	This is where I would start - http://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/contact-us.htm If you can bring in your car temporarily I understand that Canadian Tire outlets are approved to make the appropriate modifications.

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