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2000 - Fog lights go off when high beams are on #1067829 01/06/14 08:32 PM
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Fujisawa_Rob Offline OP
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I'd like to change this behavior, but the 98 FSM doesn't give any indication that this should happen. Could it have been changed in 99 or 00? Anyone have a wiring diagram for the fog lights for a 2000? thanks.


2000 Mitsubishi Montero Endeavor, "Katsumi", 138k
1993 Toyota Tercel, backup vehicle, 93k
1989 Isuzu Trooper, "Beniko", R.I.P. at 233k

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Re: 2000 - Fog lights go off when high beams are on [Re: Fujisawa_Rob] #1067830 01/06/14 08:45 PM
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That's normal on all vehicles.


95 Montero SR
3.8 MIVEC, Advance headers, 2 1/2" exhaust, Magnaflow muffler, OME shocks & rear springs, 2" body lift, 3" tank lift, 4.90s, TRE front locker, factory rear locker, Roger Brown Rock Sliderz, 315/75r16 (35") tires, Sport big brakes
Re: 2000 - Fog lights go off when high beams are on [Re: ryany] #1067831 01/06/14 08:51 PM
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Fujisawa_Rob Offline OP
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That's normal on all vehicles.


I like how the fog lights fill in the low area right in front of the truck. Looking to see if I can modify them.


2000 Mitsubishi Montero Endeavor, "Katsumi", 138k
1993 Toyota Tercel, backup vehicle, 93k
1989 Isuzu Trooper, "Beniko", R.I.P. at 233k

My 'Genuine Isuzu Parts' decals - for sale
Re: 2000 - Fog lights go off when high beams are on [Re: Fujisawa_Rob] #1067832 01/06/14 09:25 PM
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Speaking as a driver who has to endure this situation with oncoming vehicles, may I suggest that you use your fog lights for fog, slow down at night and refrain from overdriving your regular headlights thereby reducing the incidence of blinding me as I attempt to get home in one piece.

Re: 2000 - Fog lights go off when high beams are on [Re: cheesegrater] #1067833 01/06/14 09:43 PM
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Speaking as a driver who has to endure this situation with oncoming vehicles, may I suggest that you use your fog lights for fog, slow down at night and refrain from overdriving your regular headlights thereby reducing the incidence of blinding me as I attempt to get home in one piece.


I'm talking for off-road use...


2000 Mitsubishi Montero Endeavor, "Katsumi", 138k
1993 Toyota Tercel, backup vehicle, 93k
1989 Isuzu Trooper, "Beniko", R.I.P. at 233k

My 'Genuine Isuzu Parts' decals - for sale
Re: 2000 - Fog lights go off when high beams are on [Re: Fujisawa_Rob] #1067834 01/06/14 09:55 PM
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I'd like to change this behavior, but the 98 FSM doesn't give any indication that this should happen. Could it have been changed in 99 or 00? Anyone have a wiring diagram for the fog lights for a 2000? thanks.


Most fog lights are wired using a relay. IIRC the relay is energized by your switch (in the cab) which is wired to the power from your low beams. If you have high beams on (instead of the low beams) when you turn on the switch, there is no power at the relay to energize them to send power the fog lights so they won't turn on.

In many states this setup is what's legal. Not that you'd be pulled over for it but you may want to check your local laws on this before making any changes. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />


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Re: 2000 - Fog lights go off when high beams are on [Re: off-roader] #1067835 01/06/14 09:58 PM
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Fujisawa_Rob Offline OP
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I'd like to change this behavior, but the 98 FSM doesn't give any indication that this should happen. Could it have been changed in 99 or 00? Anyone have a wiring diagram for the fog lights for a 2000? thanks.


Most fog lights are wired using a relay. IIRC the relay is energized by your switch (in the cab) which is wired to the power from your low beams. If you have high beams on (instead of the low beams) when you turn on the switch, there is no power at the relay to energize them to send power the fog lights so they won't turn on.

In many states this setup is what's legal. Not that you'd be pulled over for it but you may want to check your local laws on this before making any changes. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />


I'll have to look closer at the wiring diagram, I must be missing something.


2000 Mitsubishi Montero Endeavor, "Katsumi", 138k
1993 Toyota Tercel, backup vehicle, 93k
1989 Isuzu Trooper, "Beniko", R.I.P. at 233k

My 'Genuine Isuzu Parts' decals - for sale
Re: 2000 - Fog lights go off when high beams are on [Re: off-roader] #1067836 01/06/14 10:00 PM
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TainterRacing Offline
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I have after market ones that stay on I too put them on to fill in the close and to the sides. Lots of light on High beams


1997 Montero LS with a motor swap a 1990 V6 12valve ported heads full 2.5in Ex I run stock tire size for Daily use, off road have 33x12.5 working on going trubo.
Re: 2000 - Fog lights go off when high beams are on [Re: Fujisawa_Rob] #1067837 01/06/14 10:07 PM
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cheesegrater Offline
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Sorry, carry on.

Re: 2000 - Fog lights go off when high beams are on [Re: cheesegrater] #1067838 01/06/14 10:14 PM
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Fujisawa_Rob Offline OP
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Sorry, carry on.


No worries. I am also annoyed by people using fog or driving lights when not needed.


2000 Mitsubishi Montero Endeavor, "Katsumi", 138k
1993 Toyota Tercel, backup vehicle, 93k
1989 Isuzu Trooper, "Beniko", R.I.P. at 233k

My 'Genuine Isuzu Parts' decals - for sale
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