In this video, we walk through the process of checking and replacing the Daytime Running Light (DRL) Bulbs on any 2000 - 2006 Suburban, Tahoe, or Full-sized GM Truck.
A Tahoe owner's manual's page 5-60 shows Daylight Running Lamps use bulb number 4114K. Overheating socket problems are caused by using 3157 bulbs instead of the specified, lower wattage, cooler, 4114 bulbs. It's the same socket with smaller wires, for the lower wattage Daylight Running Lamps, leading to 3157 drawing too much power. Bulb number 3157 is used elsewhere as the Rear Marker Lamp / Taillamp and Stop Lamp, Rear Turn Lamp, and Back-up Lamp. Thanks DIY Auto Homeschool for the excellent video.
You sir, are absolutely correct. I made a big misstep in this video that I hadn't known about until you pointed it out. I trusted that the correct bulb was in there, and that using the same was appropriate. I was wrong. Shortly, you'll be seeing a video on soldering new sockets in and using the correct bulb. Thanks again for the correction.
Thank you soooooo much, you are incredible, the guy at o'riley was going to have me dismantle my whole grill, you should be a trade school instructor 🤝🏽💯
Daytime running light assembly pulls forward easily after pushing the tab towards the outside off the assembly. Really simple to remove the whole assembly assembly.
Good video..... thanks for telling the model bulb also..... The other way of checking to see if the lights are working is to pull up to a window big enough to be able to see your reflection in it...
Very good video. Covered the replacement procedure in detail, without a lot of grandstanding talk. It is refreshing to see a video that gives clear and exacting steps in whatever is being showcased without the technician trying out for actor of the year! I have saved the video, subscribed to your channel, and will be returning. Again, THANKS.
I check my lights by driving up to a store with large glass windows that reflect the front of my car. I also back up to the store to check the rear lights.
I got a 2005 and due to the rubber gasket wearing away I dumped about a gallon of water from each light system or lens I checked the sockets horribly rusted and corroded I plan on replacing these sockets thanks for this modification I also plan on sealing the case back up with butyl
I had a problem with water collecting in the housings and blowing the bulbs. Got my cordless drill and drilled a couple of 1/8 holes in the bottom. Problem solved!
I bought a 01' Tahoe and just figured it didn't come with daytime running lights 😂 they've probably just been burnt out this whole time. I hate the fact that you have to have the car in gear in order for them to turn on
Um, I have a very simple way to check lights front or rear. Just find a store with shiny windows on the front and view your vehicle front or rear in the reflection. They might be getting fewer and far between now, with the advent of the big box stores, etc. but you should be able to find one in your community. Frequently an Autozone has shiny windows on front of building that will do.
The DRLa come on with the truck in gear and the parking brake on. Don’t get someone killed or have a run away vehicle trying to chock the tires and put the truck in drive. LOL.
I will eventually drive behind a vehicle with a chrome rear end or a flat reflective painted surface that will reflect my grill & lights to show me if any bulbs need replacement.
Itskvngrichh2x ALL LIGHTS ON MOD VIDEOS CAN HELP YOU ALOT. I used regular small cables connected to the ground holes and is no risk to get in trouble. because is not a positive connection.