V60 DRL (front running lights)

Maksimilian · Jun 12th, 2017, 09:25

Our 2011 V60 has had one of its front DRL's fail (drivers side).
Is the DRL a DIY job? Can't see how to get to it save getting the bumper off. its the earlier type of LED running lights, at a vertical angle next to the main light cluster. Any ideas?
Also, where's the best place to get a replacement? Seen some wildly different prices online.
Any help appreciated.

wimorrison · Jun 12th, 2017, 11:05

On the XC60 these are were series with a position indicator light that is in the main headlight housing. When this incandescent bulb failed the LED also goes off. It isn't easy to spot the build, try at night and compare side to side.

Incidentally these vertical led strips are not DRL, they are not bright enough and also in the wrong place. They are actually parking lights

volvo for ever · Jun 12th, 2017, 14:44

As wimorrison said check your side light bulb in headlamp is or isn't working .if it's not replace that bulb first then hopefully it shouldn't need reset

Maksimilian · Jun 12th, 2017, 16:38

Ah ok, that's interesting! Will check and report back.
Always thought they were almost a 1st gen DRL before they were mandatory. They are LED, but yes, dimmer than DRL's on most other cars.
You learn something new every day!

Maksimilian · Jun 13th, 2017, 12:27

Nope, the V60 has directional xenon headlights and no incandescent bulbs.

So, the 'side light' LED DRL has failed.

Where can I source one, how much are they and is it a bumper off job as I fear?!?!

v70stu · Jun 14th, 2017, 09:48

Yes, it is a bumper off job but if you are a reasonably competent DIY mechanic you will find it quite simple. You could try a breaker but used parts will have potential to fail early. I suppose it's then either OE from Volvo or aftermarket from something like Ebay. Bear in mind aftermarket may be brighter/not match etc.

Rocinante · Jun 14th, 2017, 16:31

I don't mean to state the obvious, but the whole Headlight unit is easily removed from the front of the car, by removal of the two locating pins.

With the LED running light located right next to these I'd be surprised, if you couldn't get to the back of the LED's with the headlight removed, but I have never tried.

Jun 12th, 2017, 09:25	#1
Maksimilian New Member Last Online: Jan 3rd, 2018 09:52 Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Sheffield	V60 DRL (front running lights) Our 2011 V60 has had one of its front DRL's fail (drivers side). Is the DRL a DIY job? Can't see how to get to it save getting the bumper off. its the earlier type of LED running lights, at a vertical angle next to the main light cluster. Any ideas? Also, where's the best place to get a replacement? Seen some wildly different prices online. Any help appreciated.

Jun 12th, 2017, 11:05	#2
wimorrison Grumpy Old Sod Last Online: Dec 14th, 2021 15:39 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Hampshire, nee Scotland	On the XC60 these are were series with a position indicator light that is in the main headlight housing. When this incandescent bulb failed the LED also goes off. It isn't easy to spot the build, try at night and compare side to side. Incidentally these vertical led strips are not DRL, they are not bright enough and also in the wrong place. They are actually parking lights __________________ Currently XC60 Previously XC60, V70, S40, ...

Jun 14th, 2017, 09:48	#6
v70stu V60 T6 Last Online: Aug 23rd, 2018 17:01 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Leicestershire	Yes, it is a bumper off job but if you are a reasonably competent DIY mechanic you will find it quite simple. You could try a breaker but used parts will have potential to fail early. I suppose it's then either OE from Volvo or aftermarket from something like Ebay. Bear in mind aftermarket may be brighter/not match etc. __________________ 2010 V60 T6 AWD, 612 Passion Red,Polestar Optimised, Jetex stainless steel exhaust, ex-Volvo press fleet launch vehicle.

Jun 12th, 2017, 14:44	#3
volvo for ever Premier Member Last Online: Feb 4th, 2023 15:10 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: uk	As wimorrison said check your side light bulb in headlamp is or isn't working .if it's not replace that bulb first then hopefully it shouldn't need reset

Jun 12th, 2017, 16:38	#4
Maksimilian New Member Last Online: Jan 3rd, 2018 09:52 Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Sheffield	Ah ok, that's interesting! Will check and report back. Always thought they were almost a 1st gen DRL before they were mandatory. They are LED, but yes, dimmer than DRL's on most other cars. You learn something new every day!

Jun 13th, 2017, 12:27	#5
Maksimilian New Member Last Online: Jan 3rd, 2018 09:52 Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Sheffield	Nope, the V60 has directional xenon headlights and no incandescent bulbs. So, the 'side light' LED DRL has failed. Where can I source one, how much are they and is it a bumper off job as I fear?!?!

Jun 14th, 2017, 16:31	#7
Rocinante Master Member Last Online: Mar 27th, 2024 12:26 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Mystery Location	I don't mean to state the obvious, but the whole Headlight unit is easily removed from the front of the car, by removal of the two locating pins. With the LED running light located right next to these I'd be surprised, if you couldn't get to the back of the LED's with the headlight removed, but I have never tried.

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