How to turn off the Teana daytime running lights?
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There is a light control lever on the left side of the Teana's steering wheel. To turn off the lights, you can move the lever to the O position. The switch for the daytime running lights is located on the far left of the combination switch on the interior panel to the left of the steering wheel. Press it once to turn them off. Press the daytime running lights switch. These lights make the vehicle more visible to others during daytime driving. Their purpose is not to help the driver see the road but to alert others that a vehicle is approaching. They are not headlights but rather signal lights.
The daytime running lights (DRLs) on the Teana usually turn on automatically when the vehicle is started, primarily to enhance driving safety and increase visibility during the day. When I drive my Teana, I was also curious if they could be turned off, especially at night in the garage when they seem too bright. From my experience, most Teana models are designed so that the DRLs cannot be manually turned off easily, except for some newer model years. You can try accessing the vehicle settings menu—after starting the engine, use the dashboard or multifunction steering wheel to find the lighting settings option and switch to the off mode, but this isn’t supported on all models. If it really doesn’t work, you might consider temporary solutions like visiting a 4S shop or consulting a professional for adjustment, though I don’t recommend pulling fuses yourself to avoid damaging the circuit. Honestly, you’ll get used to it—they don’t consume much power and help other drivers notice you more easily, preventing accidents.
I often help friends with car issues, and turning off the Teana's daylight running lights requires caution. The standard procedure is to check the owner's manual for specific steps, as it might be disabled in the settings. If there are no relevant options, professional handling is necessary, such as entering diagnostic mode or using a scan tool to adjust the codes. Randomly tampering with fuses or disconnecting wiring may trigger bulb warnings or cause circuit shorts, leading to more trouble. Additionally, daylight running lights are a mandatory safety feature in regions like the EU, and disabling them could be illegal and not worth the hassle. It's advisable to leave them as is unless you have a specific personal reason, in which case it's best to consult a technician familiar with the Teana. After all, safety comes first, and keeping the lights on can actually make driving feel more secure.
