Headlights "94"

[Fiddler's Gold]

Funny...

I thought we were still thinking it was the spooky ghost....
:crazy

:L :L :L

Fiddler

 

[Rob]

Ok....this thread is about Daytime Running Lights on a 1994 Corvette. Nothing else. Let's keep this thread on track please. Thanks.

 

[Ken]

You never know what you'll find...

...when you're researching something.

August 23, 1998
National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration
Docket Management Room PL401
400 Seventh Street, SW
Washington, DC 20590

RE: Docket No. 98-4124rNotice 1

Gentlepersons:

This is written to offer my personal opinions about the DRL intensity study and proposed reductions for current and future automobiles.

First, please let me go on record as being against DRLs, based on what I have seen with GM cars and trucks (too bright, sometimes blinding) and in my several trips through Canada.

I don't think that daytime visibility without DRLs is a problem for most of us . _ _ and I guess I don't know the criteria for the systems. My guess: the government(s)decided once again that they know what's best for us . . . and that since we can'tsee well and won't turn on our lights in inclement weather or at dusk, therefore wemust drive vehicles that are programmed to automatically overcome our "inadequacies" by having front lights on forever.

Yes, the GM and Canadian lights are too bright . . . and distracting. Doesn't thiscontradict their original purpose? By all means, cut down the intensity, or rig another system, such as the new Corvette's DRL "parking" lights. In Canada, the drivers think they are in good shape with front DRLs . . . but there are no rear DRLs, so driving in bad weather or at dusk, especially on expressways and turnpikes, is confounded when approaching unlighted cars from the rear.

Since we're going to continue to legislate passive vehicle safety -- not all bad, by any means -- then you're on the right track, if the news byte in AutoWeek is accurate. Tone 'em down and add the rear glow, too.

Belts, bags, beams, crush zones, energy absorption and five star ratings are all positive and expensive. But when are you going to figure out how to help us "normal" drivers deal with the idiots, drunk or sober, who put all of us in danger with their total disregard for rules of the road and law when they get in their vehicles?

I withheld the author's name.

I still haven't found anything regarding 1994 Corvettes (neither American NOR Canadian) and Daytime Running Lights. :eyerole

_ken

 

[Ken]

From ALLDATA

• TSB Number: 538209, Issue Date: OCT 95, TSB Title: Daytime Running Lamp - Retrofit Kits

I give up! :eyerole

_ken

 

[Yoda]

I have a problem with my headlights on my 94, the lights are suppose to turn on automaticly at dusk, but they do so way to early, or if I drive in the shade. I would like to know if anyone knows where the sensor is for these lights? Can it be disconnected?

DLR ??? I thought the question was about "Automatic headlights turning on at Dusk?" :confused

BudD

 

[garycr14]

Headlights

Hi All,
Thanks for your help, I have ordered the part from corvettegadgetman. I will follow up and let you know how it works out. Thanks Rob,
Gary

 

[garycr14]

Corvette Gadget!

THANKS ROB!

I ordered the part from the corvettegadgetman.com and once the item arrived, I was able to install it in less than 5 minutes! The problem is now solved! I would also like to thank all who tried to help with this annoying problem. Thanks again!
Gary

 

[Rob]

Re: Corvette Gadget!

THANKS ROB!

I ordered the part from the corvettegadgetman.com and once the item arrived, I was able to install it in less than 5 minutes! The problem is now solved! I would also like to thank all who tried to help with this annoying problem. Thanks again!
Gary

Awesome! Gary, if you get a chance, add a review for their product here:

http://corvetteactioncenter.com/rev...85b0b36a9e62b5ad87c2dd&cmd=details&itemid=139

 

[C4Ruby]

Auto Headlight DEFEAT & "corvettegadgetman"

Excellent! Great to hear Gary you have installed the DEFEAT and your frustration with the autoheadlights resolved. Yes, it is very annoying when the headlights pop up on their own will, ie. driving under bridges, shadows, at sunset, etc. I have been watching this thread with interest so do appreciate that Rob referred you to my link http://www.corvettegadgetman.com. A number of Corvettes located in the USA are Canadian-made Corvettes and Corvette owners are looking for a solution to this very very frustrating problem. This seems to be not solely Corvette owners in Canada.

The DEFEAT is a gadget/solution that eliminates cutting of wires or soldering. It is a simple replacement component with a quick installation as Gary mentioned. The C4 can be reverted back to stock autoheadlight feature in minutes. FYI - those checking out this thread may want to look into the website link just for your general information and awareness on this problem. It is interesting. The testimonials speak for themselves. This applies to 1990-1996 Corvettes made for Canada.

Thanks again Rob, and Gary. Hope this information helps clarify some of the questions raised on the thread.

"C-GadgetMan"

 

[Ken]

Re: Auto Headlight DEFEAT & "corvettegadgetman"

Hope this information helps clarify some of the questions raised on the thread.

I still haven't found anything in the GM literature addressing this feature. Tell me, where can I find the description in the factory manuals of this feature? :confused

:eyerole Ha, and I thought I was getting good with my research abilities. :L

_ken