1997 Ford Aerostar Owner's Manual - Page 75

Daytime Running Light System (Canadian vehicles only) The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system turns the high beam headlamps on, with a reduced light output, when: u The headlamp system is in the OFF position, and u The vehicle is running, and u The vehicle has a fully released parking brake. NOTE: You may notice that the lights flicker when the vehicle is turned on or off. This is a normal condition. RWARNING The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system will not illuminate the tail lamps and parking lamps. Turn on your headlamps at dusk. Failure to do so may result in a collision. Instrument Panel Illumination The instrument panel lights can be turned on by pulling the headlamp switch toward you to either the first or outer position. You can brighten or dim the instrument panel lights by rotating the headlamp switch knob. High-mount Brakelamp The high-mount brakelamp is located above the rear window on liftgate models, and on the roof above the rear doors on dual rear door models. 72