How to turn off the daytime running lights on the Elantra?
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The Elantra's daytime running lights do not have a switch; they automatically turn on when the vehicle is started. Daytime running lights, also known as DRLs, are designed to signal the presence of the vehicle to oncoming traffic during the day. They are installed on both sides of the front end and cannot be manually turned off. More details are as follows: 1. As the sixth-generation product of the Elantra series, the Elantra is positioned above the Avante. It upgrades classic advantages by incorporating more sporty and avant-garde design elements, achieving further technological innovations. 2. In terms of exterior design, the Elantra still adopts Hyundai's previous-generation design language, featuring a harmonious and fluid shape. The angular front fascia appears bold and distinctive. The side profile employs rising waistlines and triangular lines on the C-pillar to create a dynamic, forward-thrusting appearance. The trunk lid features a spoiler-like design, while the taillights extend from front to back with sharp angles, exuding a strong sporty vibe. 3. For the interior, the Elantra's dashboard is tilted toward the driver's side and includes a new dual-dial instrument cluster, a redesigned three-spoke multifunction steering wheel, an 8-inch center display, and a separate air-conditioning status display.
I've been driving the Elantra for three years and always found the daytime running lights a bit too bright, so I've tried turning them off a few times. The process isn't complicated: after getting in and starting the engine, without touching the steering wheel, reach for the control button on the left side of the dashboard, enter the vehicle settings menu, find the lighting options, select the daytime running lights, and switch them to the off position. But honestly, I feel less safe with them off because having lights on during the day makes your car more visible to others, reducing the chance of being sideswiped. Plus, traffic police here are strict, and arbitrarily turning off lights could result in a fine of a few hundred yuan—saving a bit on electricity isn't worth it. My advice is not to bother unless necessary; keeping them on is more worry-free. If you must turn them off, make sure to regularly check that the lights are in good condition.
