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wyd_trkr · 08-16-2012, 05:34 PM

Hey guy's! Like the title states, do any of you have the Installation Instructions on How To install this new gen5diy DRL Harness?

Also, do you really have to change the DRL bulbs to use this new harness or no? Thanks for any and all replies, as I would like to install this DRL Harness tonight if it does not interfere with my present DRL Bulbs!

slick rick · 08-16-2012, 06:15 PM

Is this harness so you can run the DRLs at the same time as your headlights?

If yes, then remove the torx screws towards the front of the front tire wheel well. Pull open wheel well cover so you can see DRL housing. Disconnect plug from DRL, connect factory connector you just disconnected to the DRL harness. Connect other side of DRL harness to DRL. Put back wheel well cover and screws.

wyd_trkr · 08-16-2012, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by slick rick

Is this harness so you can run the DRLs at the same time as your headlights?

If yes, then remove the torx screws towards the front of the front tire wheel well. Pull open wheel well cover so you can see DRL housing. Disconnect plug from DRL, connect factory connector you just disconnected to the DRL harness. Connect other side of DRL harness to DRL. Put back wheel well cover and screws.

Do those instructions pertain to the Inner Fender Panel removal on the Driver or Passenger side to replace this harness? Also do you have to replace the DRL Bulbs for this to work without burning out the Bulbs? Thanks for your response as I would like to install this DRL Harness tonight?

camaro2lt · 08-16-2012, 08:06 PM

you take out the 3 torx screws in each fender well.......and the harness will go on the pass side in between the fascia harness and the harness coming from the car....no you do not have to change the bulbs

wyd_trkr · 08-16-2012, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by camaro2lt

you take out the 3 torx screws in each fender well.......and the harness will go on the pass side in between the fascia harness and the harness coming from the car....no you do not have to change the bulbs

From what you are stating I only have to take the 3 Torx Head Screws out of the Inner Fender Panel on the Right Passenger Side correct?

Then I unplug the DRL Harness and plug the new Pigtail into the DRL and plug the factory harness back into the other end of the New Pigtail, correct?

HaubSS · 08-16-2012, 08:39 PM

Yup you got it. Should take about 15 mins.

Caddyroger · 08-16-2012, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by wyd_trkr

From what you are stating I only have to take the 3 Torx Head Screws out of the Inner Fende Panel on the Right Passenger Side then correct, Not the Driver & Passenger Sides?

The Passenger Side is where the harness factory pigtail is located and just unplug it and replace it with the new one, correct?

Correct

camaro2lt · 08-16-2012, 08:42 PM

soory yea only take the pass side!

wyd_trkr · 08-16-2012, 08:49 PM

Thanks guys! I really do appreciate the help!

Mr_Draco · 08-16-2012, 08:53 PM

If I remember correctly, the size of the torx screws is T20.

It really is about a 5 min job. It takes longer to get in the car, turn it on, turn the steering wheel to get to the screws and then when your finished turn the steering wheel back to it's original position then it does to actually do the job.

camaro2lt · 08-16-2012, 09:05 PM

^^^^^yes they are t20

wyd_trkr · 08-16-2012, 09:17 PM

Okay guys, it took about 15 minutes for me to go out in the garage and install the New gen5diy Pigtail and it works are advertised. Now I can see why others did change the DRL Bulbs, as they look Milky and yellowish compared to the HID'S. Guess I will order the Bulbs tomorrow! Where and what new DRL Bulbs would you guys recommend I buy for me car to be close enough match for the Headlights? ...

camaro2lt · 08-16-2012, 09:23 PM

get p13 plasma bulbs!

wyd_trkr · 08-16-2012, 09:41 PM

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Originally Posted by camaro2lt

get p13 plasma bulbs!

Are the Plasma Bulbs better than the LED Bulbs? Also, I am looking at longevity as well in either or type Bulb?
Who should I buy them from?

08-16-2012, 05:34 PM	#1
wyd_trkr Drives: 2016 Camaro 2LT/RS A8 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Treasure Coast, South Florida Posts: 255 View My Garage	"HOW TO" install this www.gen5diy.com DRL Replacement Harness Hey guy's! Like the title states, do any of you have the Installation Instructions on How To install this new gen5diy DRL Harness? Also, do you really have to change the DRL bulbs to use this new harness or no? Thanks for any and all replies, as I would like to install this DRL Harness tonight if it does not interfere with my present DRL Bulbs! __________________ Regards, wyd_trkr 2016 Camaro 2LT/RS A8 Bose Premium System My Link Navigation Onstar & Bluetooth Built-In K&N Panel Filter Lumar/Pro WindowTint Mailto: wyd_trkr@bellsouth.net

08-16-2012, 06:15 PM	#2
slick rick SoCal Mayhem Drives: 2010 Camaro 1SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Foothill Ranch, CA Posts: 5,488 View My Garage	Is this harness so you can run the DRLs at the same time as your headlights? If yes, then remove the torx screws towards the front of the front tire wheel well. Pull open wheel well cover so you can see DRL housing. Disconnect plug from DRL, connect factory connector you just disconnected to the DRL harness. Connect other side of DRL harness to DRL. Put back wheel well cover and screws. __________________

08-16-2012, 08:06 PM	#4
camaro2lt Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT VR/RS CGM Rally's Join Date: May 2009 Location: Palmyra, PA Posts: 5,675 View My Garage	you take out the 3 torx screws in each fender well.......and the harness will go on the pass side in between the fascia harness and the harness coming from the car....no you do not have to change the bulbs __________________ Email: rdurso1@yahoo.com

08-16-2012, 08:39 PM	#6
HaubSS Drives: '11 IBM 2SS/RS LS3/M6 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Lemoore, CA Posts: 469 View My Garage	Yup you got it. Should take about 15 mins. __________________ 2011 IBM 2SS/RS - LS3/M6 - Grey Interior Full bolt-ons + TSP 229/236, 112 LSA Tuned by STARKWEATHER PERFORMANCE BMR Stage 3 suspension MRR 288 - 20x10(+35), 20x11(+43)

08-16-2012, 08:42 PM	#8
camaro2lt Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT VR/RS CGM Rally's Join Date: May 2009 Location: Palmyra, PA Posts: 5,675 View My Garage	soory yea only take the pass side! __________________ Email: rdurso1@yahoo.com

08-16-2012, 08:49 PM	#9
wyd_trkr Drives: 2016 Camaro 2LT/RS A8 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Treasure Coast, South Florida Posts: 255 View My Garage	Thanks guys! I really do appreciate the help! __________________ Regards, wyd_trkr 2016 Camaro 2LT/RS A8 Bose Premium System My Link Navigation Onstar & Bluetooth Built-In K&N Panel Filter Lumar/Pro WindowTint Mailto: wyd_trkr@bellsouth.net

08-16-2012, 08:53 PM	#10
Mr_Draco Drives: 2SS/RS Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Western North Carolina Posts: 7,339	If I remember correctly, the size of the torx screws is T20. It really is about a 5 min job. It takes longer to get in the car, turn it on, turn the steering wheel to get to the screws and then when your finished turn the steering wheel back to it's original position then it does to actually do the job.

08-16-2012, 09:05 PM	#11
camaro2lt Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT VR/RS CGM Rally's Join Date: May 2009 Location: Palmyra, PA Posts: 5,675 View My Garage	^^^^^yes they are t20 __________________ Email: rdurso1@yahoo.com

08-16-2012, 09:17 PM	#12
wyd_trkr Drives: 2016 Camaro 2LT/RS A8 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Treasure Coast, South Florida Posts: 255 View My Garage	Okay guys, it took about 15 minutes for me to go out in the garage and install the New gen5diy Pigtail and it works are advertised. Now I can see why others did change the DRL Bulbs, as they look Milky and yellowish compared to the HID'S. Guess I will order the Bulbs tomorrow! Where and what new DRL Bulbs would you guys recommend I buy for me car to be close enough match for the Headlights? ... __________________ Regards, wyd_trkr 2016 Camaro 2LT/RS A8 Bose Premium System My Link Navigation Onstar & Bluetooth Built-In K&N Panel Filter Lumar/Pro WindowTint Mailto: wyd_trkr@bellsouth.net Last edited by wyd_trkr; 08-16-2012 at 09:44 PM.

08-16-2012, 09:23 PM	#13
camaro2lt Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT VR/RS CGM Rally's Join Date: May 2009 Location: Palmyra, PA Posts: 5,675 View My Garage	get p13 plasma bulbs! __________________ Email: rdurso1@yahoo.com