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JGilzbee · 07-24-2020, 07:04 PM

My 2013 2SS has DRL(fog lights) on when ever driving in daylight and having lighting switch in "Auto" mode.
Can the DRL's be controlled manually if I change the lighting switch on the dash to GM part #D1543J ?
This has the push on the dial to turn on the fog lights. I believe it to be the standard for RS packages.
Will this interchange on my 2SS dash switch and wiring connector?

Rons1le · 07-24-2020, 08:10 PM

My 2013 2SS non RS used the grill turn signal lights as drls. And my fog lights turn on with the center push button. Are your sure yours is not a 2SS RS? And no not just the switch controls that you will need a wire harness also.

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InFiD3ViL · 07-24-2020, 08:54 PM

I don't think this would work, as I believe the switch is not what controls this, but the BCM. I could certainly be wrong though.

The push dial is for NON-RS models that come with fog lights.

Rons1le · 07-24-2020, 09:03 PM

2014-15s 2SS/RS are different also. My 2015 SS/RS uses the halos as drls and has fog lights and switch also.

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TheFlyingBananaSS · 07-24-2020, 09:13 PM

I have a 2013 2ss. I just used a Dremel and open a small spot on the back. Then I released the tension on the spring. Now the switch keeps the DRL off all the time and I can control when I want it. There are a few threads in archives about where to cut. Just search it.

By the way, if your DRL is your fog lights you have to RS option. You can easily spot it by your roof moldings too. They will be color coded instead of black. Your SS emblem will be red also.

JGilzbee · 07-25-2020, 03:18 PM

Yes, my 2013 Convertible 2SS is also RS equipped. I've only had this Camaro 3 months and lovin the car, but learning things I'd like to change.
I am just looking for the simplest way to control the DRL(fog lights) manually when I want them on or off, regardless of daylight or dark?
I've yet to experience this situation, but; what if it were foggy after dark? Seems the Auto mode would have headlights on and fog lights off when you want them on.
If I were to buy the switch that is non-RS,(shown earlier) what else would I need?

Mr V · 07-26-2020, 05:47 PM

There is a harness from gen5diy that keeps your drl on all the time, even at night. I also bought the harness that that keeps the halo's on all the time so I don't have to remember to turn the switch a notch to get the halo's to come on during the day.

InFiD3ViL · 07-26-2020, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr V

There is a harness from gen5diy that keeps your drl on all the time, even at night. I also bought the harness that that keeps the halo's on all the time so I don't have to remember to turn the switch a notch to get the halo's to come on during the day.

Do you know if that also works with the DRLs always on harness or is there one that does both? I have the DRL one already, but I would much prefer Halos.

0stones0 · 07-26-2020, 07:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by InFiD3ViL

Do you know if that also works with the DRLs always on harness or is there one that does both? I have the DRL one already, but I would much prefer Halos.

You can also wire the halos direct so they come on with the key.

Mr V · 07-26-2020, 11:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by InFiD3ViL

Do you know if that also works with the DRLs always on harness or is there one that does both? I have the DRL one already, but I would much prefer Halos.

I have one harness for each.

JGilzbee · 07-31-2020, 12:23 PM

Does anyone make a LED replacement for the DRL(fog lights) that is just a halo only? I wouldn't need fog lights ever, but would like the look of them being just halos down low there... on 2013 2SS/RS.
So far, all I've found is a stick-on led halo ring from Gen5diy.
I prefer to find a sealed LED fixture, with halo only, that snaps in place of the original and plugs into the harness the same. Is there such a thing?

07-24-2020, 07:04 PM	#1
JGilzbee Drives: 2013 2SS/RS Blue Ray convertible Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Central IL Posts: 31	Making DRL lights switchable on 2SS My 2013 2SS has DRL(fog lights) on when ever driving in daylight and having lighting switch in "Auto" mode. Can the DRL's be controlled manually if I change the lighting switch on the dash to GM part #D1543J ? This has the push on the dial to turn on the fog lights. I believe it to be the standard for RS packages. Will this interchange on my 2SS dash switch and wiring connector? Attached Images

07-24-2020, 08:10 PM	#2
Rons1le Drives: 2015 Camaro 2SS RS 1LE AGM Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Galion, Oh Posts: 531 View My Garage	My 2013 2SS non RS used the grill turn signal lights as drls. And my fog lights turn on with the center push button. Are your sure yours is not a 2SS RS? And no not just the switch controls that you will need a wire harness also. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk __________________ 2015 2SS RS 1LE NPP/w Kooks headers, Procharged, ID1050X injectors, Katech belt tensioner, Mighty Mouse Catch Can, BMR subframe connectors, Matco driveshaft loop, AEM Wideband/Boost/Fuel gauges , Z/28 Splitter and Spoiler/w Wicker bill, Power Stop rotors and brake pads, MRR Z/28 Rep Wheels 20" w/p zeros 285 fronts and 305 rears, ZL1 addons Rock guards and Tow hook, Rear window louvers, Flags on the quarter windows and the moonroof, Billet aluminum door handles.

07-24-2020, 08:54 PM	#3
InFiD3ViL Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS LS3 Swapped A6 Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Spring Hill, FL Posts: 4,574	I don't think this would work, as I believe the switch is not what controls this, but the BCM. I could certainly be wrong though. The push dial is for NON-RS models that come with fog lights. __________________ 2010 CGM Camaro 2SS LS3 Swapped A6 - GPI LS3 SS1 .647/.638, (224/237, 112 +4, 7º overlap) on CamMotion 8620 core, BTR Platinum .660" Dual Spring kit w/titanium retainers, CHE bronze trunnion upgrade, stock heads milled @ .015, Melling HV 10296 oil pump, TSP 1-7/8" long tube headers (W/Catless Off-road Pipes), Corsa Xtreme 3" Catback, GPI Ported/Rod Mod Intake, Stage 2 Ported Throttle Body, Vararam OTR CAI, Mike Norris Gen 2 catch can + GM 1LE clean side separator, 160º thermostat - Megan Racing adjustable coilovers (lowered 1.75"), MRR M017 10/11" wheels-Tuned by Ryan @ GPI

07-24-2020, 09:03 PM	#4
Rons1le Drives: 2015 Camaro 2SS RS 1LE AGM Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Galion, Oh Posts: 531 View My Garage	2014-15s 2SS/RS are different also. My 2015 SS/RS uses the halos as drls and has fog lights and switch also. Sent from my SM-G960U using Tapatalk __________________ 2015 2SS RS 1LE NPP/w Kooks headers, Procharged, ID1050X injectors, Katech belt tensioner, Mighty Mouse Catch Can, BMR subframe connectors, Matco driveshaft loop, AEM Wideband/Boost/Fuel gauges , Z/28 Splitter and Spoiler/w Wicker bill, Power Stop rotors and brake pads, MRR Z/28 Rep Wheels 20" w/p zeros 285 fronts and 305 rears, ZL1 addons Rock guards and Tow hook, Rear window louvers, Flags on the quarter windows and the moonroof, Billet aluminum door handles.

07-24-2020, 09:13 PM	#5
TheFlyingBananaSS Evil Genius of Chevrolet Drives: 2017 Z06, 2019 XTS, 2013 SS Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: New York Posts: 3,260	I have a 2013 2ss. I just used a Dremel and open a small spot on the back. Then I released the tension on the spring. Now the switch keeps the DRL off all the time and I can control when I want it. There are a few threads in archives about where to cut. Just search it. By the way, if your DRL is your fog lights you have to RS option. You can easily spot it by your roof moldings too. They will be color coded instead of black. Your SS emblem will be red also. __________________ GPI SS2 VVT cam, ECS Novi 1500 supercharger, Corsa Extreme, Detroit Speed and BMR suspension, Circle D triple disc, Melling oil pump, LS2 chain tensioner, ATI 10% UD, DSX E85 kit, High Energy coils, BTR springs, LS2 Lifter trays, Titanium retainers, hardened push rods, FIC 1000 injectors, ZL1 pump, Mighty Mouse catch can, AEM gauges, Tial BOV, Richmond 3.91 gears, Custom gauge bezels, Speed Engineering headers, Stainless Works HF cats, DSX Aux pump, 710rwhp on E85.

07-25-2020, 03:18 PM	#6
JGilzbee Drives: 2013 2SS/RS Blue Ray convertible Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Central IL Posts: 31	Yes, my 2013 Convertible 2SS is also RS equipped. I've only had this Camaro 3 months and lovin the car, but learning things I'd like to change. I am just looking for the simplest way to control the DRL(fog lights) manually when I want them on or off, regardless of daylight or dark? I've yet to experience this situation, but; what if it were foggy after dark? Seems the Auto mode would have headlights on and fog lights off when you want them on. If I were to buy the switch that is non-RS,(shown earlier) what else would I need?

07-26-2020, 05:47 PM	#7
Mr V Drives: 2011 VR SS Vert Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 372	There is a harness from gen5diy that keeps your drl on all the time, even at night. I also bought the harness that that keeps the halo's on all the time so I don't have to remember to turn the switch a notch to get the halo's to come on during the day.

07-31-2020, 12:23 PM	#11
JGilzbee Drives: 2013 2SS/RS Blue Ray convertible Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Central IL Posts: 31	Does anyone make a LED replacement for the DRL(fog lights) that is just a halo only? I wouldn't need fog lights ever, but would like the look of them being just halos down low there... on 2013 2SS/RS. So far, all I've found is a stick-on led halo ring from Gen5diy. I prefer to find a sealed LED fixture, with halo only, that snaps in place of the original and plugs into the harness the same. Is there such a thing?