f10

Is it possible to convert the unused DRL socket in the bixenon fixture on an A6 4.2S to a separate high beam for additional light output?

royclark

If you are referring to this part of the headlight.
In the UK this lights up when you pull on the directional indicator stork so that you can signal to other road users.

f10

Yes, that is the light I am talking about. How do I activate that on a US vehicle via VAG-COM, or is it possible to convert it to a dedicated high beam driving light?

royclark

Do you not have the headlight signaling feature in the USA?

f10

Not sure unless its activated via VAG-COM.

From what I can tell, the ONLY time a light bulb turns on in that section is if DRL is activated.

SchwarzS6

We do have headlight signaling feature but I think it uses the HID's.

royclark

With the engine running,
either get someone to pull the directional indicator stork towards them while you stand at the front or park in front of a shop window and do it yourself to see what lights flash.

f10

The HID flashes. Nothing lights up in the inner part.

SchwarzS6

Correct. And if the headlights are on the HID's switch to high beams by moving the upper beam block with a motor.

royclark

On UK models you have to push the stork foreword to get main beam, pulling the stork towards you flashes the lights with the arrow.

I asked if it was part of US options because on every American car that I have owned (Trans Am, Lincoln continental, Blazer & Tahoe) this flash feature does not exist.