2001 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 113

Exterior Lamps Headlamps See "Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever" in the Index. The DRL system will make your high-beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when the following conditions are met: Daytime Running Lamps 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 lights are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada. D The ignition is on, D the headlamp switch is in the AUTO or parking lamps only position, D the light sensor detects daytime light, D the parking brake is released, and D the shift lever is not in PARK (P) on vehicles with an automatic transaxle only. When the DRL system is on, the taillamps, sidemarker lamps, parking lamps and instrument panel lights will not be illuminated unless you have turned the headlamp control to the parking lamp position. As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it. 2-43