XC60 daytime lights

Nice But Dim · Jul 1st, 2009, 14:53

Personally I’m not a fan of driving around with the headlights on constantly and tend to use the side lights instead – which in an XC60 looks way better in my view. In the XC60 setting the lights to “0” in true Volvo style ensure the headlights remain on; Turning to the next setting along activates the side lights – which I think is a better option. But what is annoying is that when you leave the vehicle there is no reminder to the driver that the side-lights are actually still ON – and I often walk away leaving the side-lights on all-day !

Does anyone know if this can be altered – in my old Avensis it would bleep at you ? I’m aware you may be able to turn off the daytime headlights altogether…thanks.

N b D

NewVolvo · Jul 1st, 2009, 14:57

I can't recall seeing an option on the system that you can have a buzzer or something, only switching between LHD and RHD traffic when having Bi-xenon.

DRL's will be mandatory across every country in Europe soon. Many countries have started the change-over already. I think the UK (& Germany) is set for 2010-11 hence so many manufacturers now have it with LED technology.

GSMGuy · Jul 1st, 2009, 15:50

The reason there is no warning, is because it's actually the "parking lights" you are switching/leaving on.

There is, technically no setting for sidelights on the XC60, nor on my XC90 either...

As an aside, when you are driving normally, I presume the "sidelights" and the headlights are on?

It may be possible to have just the headlights turned off, ie leaving the others as DRL's - Something you need to check with Volvo.

Mike

Jay · Jul 1st, 2009, 22:32

NBD i suggest you have them switch off - save the power on the alternator & bulbs!

I have ordered an xc90 SE LUX with active bending xenon lights and requested that the day running lights (DRL) are switched off - I prefer to have the flexibility with the lights.

Does anyone know if DRL is the same as the night light. I have been that is the case. With the DRL switched off what will happen with the lights on 0 setting (i assume no lights), on the next switch with two lghts showing (i assume it is the side lights) and the third setting is the night light same as the DRL.

Can anyone confirm this for me ? and does the rear lights stay on with the DRL ?

nponte · Jul 1st, 2009, 23:50

DRL to become mandatory starting in 2011 across Europe.

http://www.euractiv.com/en/transport...article-175743

Nice But Dim · Jul 4th, 2009, 11:25

Yes you are right - both the headlight and "sidelights" are both ON when driving normally.

So I presume it should be possible for the dealer to deactivate the headlights and just run with the others.... will enquire

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Originally Posted by GSMGuy

As an aside, when you are driving normally, I presume the "sidelights" and the headlights are on?

It may be possible to have just the headlights turned off, ie leaving the others as DRL's - Something you need to check with Volvo.

Mike

Nice But Dim · Jul 23rd, 2009, 13:17

Just spoken to the dealer and they have said its not possible to turn the headlights off and leave the parking lights on.

Which is odd as that's just how the car is specc'ed in other EU countries..... can anyone else add anything to this - not that I don't trust my local dealer's advice

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Originally Posted by Nice But Dim

So I presume it should be possible for the dealer to deactivate the headlights and just run with the others.... will enquire

Jay · Jul 23rd, 2009, 14:48

why don't you have the day running lights switched off and then you will have the flexibilty to switch between parking lights and normal lights.

Nice But Dim · Jul 23rd, 2009, 15:17

'cause there is no warning to remind you you have left the parking lights on. Perhaps I'm jest getting old - all I want it to do is buzz at me so I remember to switch them off !

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Originally Posted by Jay

why don't you have the day running lights switched off and then you will have the flexibilty to switch between parking lights and normal lights.

Jay · Jul 23rd, 2009, 15:48

i spoke with volvo technical information who advised me that the buzzer noise was deleted after customer complaints and after model 400.

I suggest you get rid of the day running lights (should cost approx £35 for software download & labour) and have the flexibilty to switch between parking lights & night lights.

hope this helps.

P>S> ordered a new xc90 se lux without the day running lights.

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Nice But Dim Junior Member Last Online: Sep 20th, 2019 18:48 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: reading	XC60 daytime lights Personally I’m not a fan of driving around with the headlights on constantly and tend to use the side lights instead – which in an XC60 looks way better in my view. In the XC60 setting the lights to “0” in true Volvo style ensure the headlights remain on; Turning to the next setting along activates the side lights – which I think is a better option. But what is annoying is that when you leave the vehicle there is no reminder to the driver that the side-lights are actually still ON – and I often walk away leaving the side-lights on all-day ! Does anyone know if this can be altered – in my old Avensis it would bleep at you ? I’m aware you may be able to turn off the daytime headlights altogether…thanks. N b D __________________ V60 MY2019 D4 Momentum Pro, Automatic, Silver, Xenium pack Previously XC60 MY2010 2.4D Drive SE, Saville Grey, leather, sunroof, front & rear sensors, family pack

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NewVolvo VOC Member Last Online: Oct 23rd, 2022 19:52 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Köln, Germany View Photos By: NewVolvo	I can't recall seeing an option on the system that you can have a buzzer or something, only switching between LHD and RHD traffic when having Bi-xenon. DRL's will be mandatory across every country in Europe soon. Many countries have started the change-over already. I think the UK (& Germany) is set for 2010-11 hence so many manufacturers now have it with LED technology. __________________ 2019 XC60 T6 R-Design 2017 S6 Avant 1996 850R 1987 780 Bertone Lots of previous Volvo's

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GSMGuy Master Member Last Online: Apr 23rd, 2024 17:43 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: St Helens Merseyside View Photos By: GSMGuy	The reason there is no warning, is because it's actually the "parking lights" you are switching/leaving on. There is, technically no setting for sidelights on the XC60, nor on my XC90 either... As an aside, when you are driving normally, I presume the "sidelights" and the headlights are on? It may be possible to have just the headlights turned off, ie leaving the others as DRL's - Something you need to check with Volvo. Mike Last edited by GSMGuy; Jul 1st, 2009 at 16:08.

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Jay Member Last Online: Jul 7th, 2017 22:03 Join Date: May 2009 Location: ..	NBD i suggest you have them switch off - save the power on the alternator & bulbs! I have ordered an xc90 SE LUX with active bending xenon lights and requested that the day running lights (DRL) are switched off - I prefer to have the flexibility with the lights. Does anyone know if DRL is the same as the night light. I have been that is the case. With the DRL switched off what will happen with the lights on 0 setting (i assume no lights), on the next switch with two lghts showing (i assume it is the side lights) and the third setting is the night light same as the DRL. Can anyone confirm this for me ? and does the rear lights stay on with the DRL ?

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nponte New Member Last Online: Nov 6th, 2010 01:55 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Porto	DRL to become mandatory starting in 2011 across Europe. http://www.euractiv.com/en/transport...article-175743

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Jay Member Last Online: Jul 7th, 2017 22:03 Join Date: May 2009 Location: ..	why don't you have the day running lights switched off and then you will have the flexibilty to switch between parking lights and normal lights.

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Jay Member Last Online: Jul 7th, 2017 22:03 Join Date: May 2009 Location: ..	i spoke with volvo technical information who advised me that the buzzer noise was deleted after customer complaints and after model 400. I suggest you get rid of the day running lights (should cost approx £35 for software download & labour) and have the flexibilty to switch between parking lights & night lights. hope this helps. P>S> ordered a new xc90 se lux without the day running lights.

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