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Old 08-02-2006, 06:59 PM
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Default Overheating Issues with the 1156 DRL bulbs...

<i>Crs Back in FL</i> had and issue with the #1156 bulbs I recommended for the DRL's in one of my write-ups. The bulbs overheated and melted the bulb socket. While some have not had the same issue, I recommend that anyone using these bulbs avoid turning on their DRL's until the #1156 bulbs are removed. The write-up has been removed pending further investigation. I apologize for the inconvenience.
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Thanks for the prompt warning, after your orig. post DRL's are on my mod list.
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Default The PDF file has been updated with the new information

<ul><li><a href="http://webpages.charter.net/parkhill/RS4/DIY/DRL&amp;CLBulbChange.pdf">DRL and City Lights Bulb Change</a></li></ul>
Old 08-03-2006, 07:46 AM
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Default You can get LED 1156 bulbs which run a lot cooler.

<ul><li><a href="http://www.superbrightleds.com/specs/1156-x30.htm">http://www.superbrightleds.com/specs/1156-x30.htm</a</li></ul>
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How do these look when installed ?? Anyone have a pic ?
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Default This picture shows an 1157 in my B5 clear corner but you get the idea.

<center><img src="http://www.mnaudi.com/mymnaudi/images/296/MVC-001F.jpg"></center><p>
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Can DRL be disabled? Hope so...
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Default Sure, there is a switch on the left side of the dash.

You can turn the DRL's on or off.
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Excellent, thanks
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