The Cavalier DRL recall refers to a safety recall issued for certain models of the Chevrolet Cavalier that were equipped with Daytime Running Lights (DRL). The issue involved a potential malfunction that could lead to the DRL failing to operate correctly, increasing the risk of a crash if the driver was unaware of the lights being off. The recall was initiated to address this safety concern, ensuring that affected vehicles would be repaired to maintain proper lighting functionality. Owners were advised to contact their dealerships for further information and necessary repairs.
In the fuse panel on the driver's side dash.
Your highbeam is dead, which means your DRL's cannot funtion. Your DRL's run off of your highbeams at about 1/2 the voltage...
Under the dash on the left side.
I have a 2000 Cavalier that did the same thing with the DRL, and only one of the lights worked when I put on the headlights manually. Ended up being a burnt-out bulb that I had to replace. No wiring necessary.
The DRL (Daytime Running Lights) relay on a 1997 Chevy Cavalier Z24 is typically located in the fuse box under the dashboard on the driver's side. You may need to remove the cover of the fuse box to access the relays. Look for a relay labeled specifically for DRL or refer to the diagram on the fuse box cover for precise identification. Always ensure the vehicle is off before working on electrical components.
Yes, there was a recall for the horn on the 1997 Chevy Cavalier. The recall, issued by General Motors, addressed issues with the horn that could cause it to malfunction, potentially leading to safety concerns. Owners were advised to contact their local dealerships for repairs or replacements related to this issue.
Most likely this is related to the BCM grounding the DRL relay.
You didn't mention if you checked/tested the low beam headlamps or not.
its located right in the fuse box on the driverside dasboard. its the only black box type fuse in the panel Just know that when you remove this, you will have only one headlight working and an annoying DRL light on your gauge cluster. Unless you know the jump sequence...
DRL are your Daytime Running Lights
The ground ciruit for the headlights is by way of the headlight switch , the lights always have power
DRL stands for Daytime Running Lamps.