How to Disable Daytime Running Lights on a 2006 Toyota Tacoma

Some Toyota Tacoma vehicles manufactured in 2006 come equipped with daytime running lamps. The difference between a Tacoma with daytime running lamps and a Tacoma without daytime running lamps is a simple relay embedded in the fuse box. The Tacomas without daytime running lamps have a turn signal relay, whereas the Tacomas with the daytime running lamps enabled have a turn signal/DRL relay. The way to disable your daytime running lamps is to purchase the relay that works only for the turn signals. This "turn signal" only relay can be purchased from Toyota directly.

Things You'll Need

• Non-DRL flasher relay #81980-5003D

Instructions

1. Remove the keys from the ignition and open the Tacoma's hood.

2. Open the fuse box on the driver's side of the Tacoma and locate the DRL/Flasher relay. It will have "DRL" printed on its side.

3. Pull the relay out of the fuse box and install the non-DRL flasher relay in its place.

4. Place the cover back onto the Tacoma's fuse box and close the hood.

References

• "2006 Toyota Tacoma Owner's Manual"; Toyota Motor Corporation; 2005