Front blinker LED question
Thread Starter
AudiWorld Member
Joined: Mar 2022
Posts: 117
Likes: 22
Front blinker LED question
I’m a new owner of a 2015 sports style q7. Is it possible to have the turn signal lamp, on as a DRL in white. And then blink yellow when signals are activated. Currently mine stay off in all headlight switch positions and are only activated if I use signals or hazard.
Thank you
Thank you
Thread Starter
AudiWorld Member
Joined: Mar 2022
Posts: 117
Likes: 22
AudiWorld Member
Joined: Apr 2019
Posts: 74
Likes: 30
Hi Q7seeker,
As the other member said, you won't get that from an original Audi turn indicator, but it is available aftermarket for a 2015 Q7 on places such as Aliexpress..if you are really interested, do some research and make sure it fits properly..check out the link attached..copy the link to your browser..
US $189.35 46%OFF | 1 Pair DRL Dynamic Turn Signal Function Waterproof 12V LED White Yellow Daytime Running Light For Audi Q7 2010-2015
https://a.aliexpress.com/_mMFog4O
As the other member said, you won't get that from an original Audi turn indicator, but it is available aftermarket for a 2015 Q7 on places such as Aliexpress..if you are really interested, do some research and make sure it fits properly..check out the link attached..copy the link to your browser..
US $189.35 46%OFF | 1 Pair DRL Dynamic Turn Signal Function Waterproof 12V LED White Yellow Daytime Running Light For Audi Q7 2010-2015
https://a.aliexpress.com/_mMFog4O
AudiWorld Member
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 160
Likes: 13
Are you looking to run the turn signal LEDs as DRLs in addition to the ones in the headlamp, or in place of them?
As stated above, those turn indicators are single-purpose amber lights, so you won't get what you're after from Audi. I'm pretty sure Audi designed it this way to comply with lighting regulations without having to make the DRL turn off when signaling (the turn signal is far enough from the DRL to avoid that rule). Having the signal be dual amber/white removes this advantage and introduces new control / de-conflicting requirements.
As stated above, those turn indicators are single-purpose amber lights, so you won't get what you're after from Audi. I'm pretty sure Audi designed it this way to comply with lighting regulations without having to make the DRL turn off when signaling (the turn signal is far enough from the DRL to avoid that rule). Having the signal be dual amber/white removes this advantage and introduces new control / de-conflicting requirements.
Thread Starter
AudiWorld Member
Joined: Mar 2022
Posts: 117
Likes: 22
Are you looking to run the turn signal LEDs as DRLs in addition to the ones in the headlamp, or in place of them?
As stated above, those turn indicators are single-purpose amber lights, so you won't get what you're after from Audi. I'm pretty sure Audi designed it this way to comply with lighting regulations without having to make the DRL turn off when signaling (the turn signal is far enough from the DRL to avoid that rule). Having the signal be dual amber/white removes this advantage and introduces new control / de-conflicting requirements.
As stated above, those turn indicators are single-purpose amber lights, so you won't get what you're after from Audi. I'm pretty sure Audi designed it this way to comply with lighting regulations without having to make the DRL turn off when signaling (the turn signal is far enough from the DRL to avoid that rule). Having the signal be dual amber/white removes this advantage and introduces new control / de-conflicting requirements.
AudiWorld Super User
Joined: Jan 2021
Posts: 4,565
Likes: 1,456
From: USA - NM
As the old saying goes; "Don't fix what ain't broke"...unless it is the HPFP, that is. 
Your car is functioning as designed, and you are just going to create headaches and more expense for yourself by tearing into this particular car on a whim. Are you aware the existing DRLs embedded in headlamps are adjustable for brightness level output, and of course they can also be turned off completely.
I also like those multifunction front turn signals, but that'll be a project for whenever they go out on one of our cars, and not something I elect to swap out 'just because'. You might want to think about putting some $$/time into your driveline fluids that have never been changed out...front/rear differentials, transfer case, transmission, and doing a level-reset on your car's maintenance with engine oil, filter, fuel filter, air filter, etc. Check the brakes for rotor 'dishing' and pad wear, etc. These are the things you do after purchasing a used Q7. Oh, and don't forget to screen for underbody oil leaks and corrosion/rust. The splash guards under car catch most anything that is leaking in their sound insulation, so often you don't know there's a leak unless you look.
Your car is functioning as designed, and you are just going to create headaches and more expense for yourself by tearing into this particular car on a whim. Are you aware the existing DRLs embedded in headlamps are adjustable for brightness level output, and of course they can also be turned off completely.I also like those multifunction front turn signals, but that'll be a project for whenever they go out on one of our cars, and not something I elect to swap out 'just because'. You might want to think about putting some $$/time into your driveline fluids that have never been changed out...front/rear differentials, transfer case, transmission, and doing a level-reset on your car's maintenance with engine oil, filter, fuel filter, air filter, etc. Check the brakes for rotor 'dishing' and pad wear, etc. These are the things you do after purchasing a used Q7. Oh, and don't forget to screen for underbody oil leaks and corrosion/rust. The splash guards under car catch most anything that is leaking in their sound insulation, so often you don't know there's a leak unless you look.
Last edited by '10Q7TDI_Prestige'; Apr 21, 2022 at 12:45 PM.
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
AudiWorld Member
Joined: Mar 2022
Posts: 117
Likes: 22
As the old saying goes; "Don't fix what ain't broke"...unless it is the HPFP, that is. Your car is functioning as designed, and you are just going to create headaches and more expense for yourself by tearing into this particular car on a whim. Are you aware the existing DRLs embedded in headlamps are adjustable for brightness level output, and of course they can also be turned off completely.
I also like those multifunction front turn signals, but that'll be a project for whenever they go out on one of our cars, and not something I elect to swap out 'just because'. You might want to think about putting some $$/time into your driveline fluids that have never been changed out...front/rear differentials, transfer case, transmission, and doing a level-reset on your car's maintenance with engine oil, filter, fuel filter, air filter, etc. Check the brakes for rotor 'dishing' and pad wear, etc. These are the things you do after purchasing a used Q7. Oh, and don't forget to screen for underbody oil leaks and corrosion/rust. The splash guards under car catch most anything that is leaking in their sound insulation, so often you don't know there's a leak unless you look.
Your car is functioning as designed, and you are just going to create headaches and more expense for yourself by tearing into this particular car on a whim. Are you aware the existing DRLs embedded in headlamps are adjustable for brightness level output, and of course they can also be turned off completely.I also like those multifunction front turn signals, but that'll be a project for whenever they go out on one of our cars, and not something I elect to swap out 'just because'. You might want to think about putting some $$/time into your driveline fluids that have never been changed out...front/rear differentials, transfer case, transmission, and doing a level-reset on your car's maintenance with engine oil, filter, fuel filter, air filter, etc. Check the brakes for rotor 'dishing' and pad wear, etc. These are the things you do after purchasing a used Q7. Oh, and don't forget to screen for underbody oil leaks and corrosion/rust. The splash guards under car catch most anything that is leaking in their sound insulation, so often you don't know there's a leak unless you look.
AudiWorld Stories
Bringing Audi to Life for Audi Fans
10 Strangest Audi Designs That Actually Made Production
Joe Kucinski
2027 Audi Q7 and SQ7: Audi Upgraded EVERYTHING!
Michael S. Palmer
Audi Unveils Absurdly Cool New Supercar: 10 Things You Need to Know!
Verdad Gallardo
The Highs & Lows of Every Audi C-Class Generation
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 Most Expensive Audis Ever Sold on Bring-A-Trailer
Brett Foote
10 Audi Features & Options We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
Audi Recreates Crazy-Looking Speed Record Breaker From 1935
Verdad Gallardo
Coachbuilder Recreates the 1995 Audi TTS Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Every Audi V10 Car Ranked!
Joe Kucinski
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
millerwd
Audi allroad
3
Jul 6, 2008 05:08 PM
PhunkFX
TT (Mk1) Discussion
9
Jul 12, 2007 07:21 PM
Biglaw
TT (Mk1) Discussion
11
Apr 14, 2007 05:06 PM
[tri]liament
A4 (B5 Platform) Discussion
10
Oct 29, 2003 09:28 AM