Headlamps Off In Park (P); Delayed Headlamps; Daytime Running Lamps (Drl) - Pontiac 2005 G6 Owner's Manual

Headlamps Off in PARK (P)

This feature works when the ignition is on and it is
dark outside. To turn the headlamps off when it is dark
outside but keep other exterior lights on, turn the
exterior lamp control to the parking lamp position.
In this position, the parking lamps, sidemarker lamps,
taillamps, license plate lamps and instrument panel
lights will be on, but the headlamps will be off.
To turn on the headlamps along with the other lamps
when it is dark outside, turn the exterior lamp control to
the AUTO or headlamp position.
This feature will work for Canadian vehicles if the
vehicle is in PARK (P).

Delayed Headlamps

The delayed headlamps feature will continue to illuminate
the headlamps for 20 seconds after the key is turned to
OFF, then the headlamps will automatically turn off.
To override the 20 second delayed headlamp feature
while it is active turn the turn signal/multifunction
lever up one position and then back to AUTO.
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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 make your low-beam headlamps
come on at a reduced brightness when the following
conditions are met:
•
The ignition is on,
•
the exterior lamps control is in AUTO or the parking
lamps only position,
•
the light sensor detects daytime light,
•
the parking brake is released.
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
exterior lamps control to the parking lamp position.
As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular
headlamp system when you need it.