2007 Chevrolet Malibu Owner's Manual - Page 183

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada. The DRL system will turn your low-beam headlamps on at a reduced brightness when the following conditions are met: • The ignition is on. • The exterior lamp control is turned to AUTO. In addition, Canadian vehicles DRL will also turn on if you have turned on the parking lamps. • The light sensor detects daytime light. See the end of this section for more information on the light sensor. • The shift lever is not in PARK (P). While the DRL system is on, the taillamps, sidemarker lamps, and instrument panel lights will not be illuminated. The DRL system will be off any time your vehicle is in PARK (P). The DRL system on U.S. vehicles can also be turned off by using the off/on switch for one ignition cycle. As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it. Light Sensor Your vehicle has a light sensor on top of the instrument panel. Make sure it is not covered or the headlamps may remain on when you do not need them. The light sensor for the DRL and Automatic Headlamp features is located on top of the instrument panel. The automatic headlamp system may be on when driving through a parking garage, heavy outcast weather, or a tunnel. This is normal. 183