Can Scratches on Headlight Covers Be Polished?
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Minor scratches on headlight covers can be polished, but severe ones cannot and require replacement. The primary functions of headlight covers are to block strong light, preventing direct glare into human eyes that may cause dizziness; to protect against dust and oil fumes, thereby extending the bulb's lifespan; and to serve a decorative purpose. Below is an introduction to the functions of various car lights: 1. Headlights: Headlights have two modes—high beam and low beam. Use low beam on urban roads with streetlights and high beam on unlit roads or highways. When meeting another vehicle, switch from high beam to low beam. 2. Turn signals: Turn signals are the most commonly used indicator lights, activated when the vehicle needs to turn. Note that turn signals should be turned on about 30 to 100 meters before reaching the intersection, not just as you arrive, to avoid rear-end collisions due to sudden braking by trailing vehicles. 3. Taillights (brake lights): When brake lights illuminate, they alert following vehicles that you are braking, prompting them to slow down. Upon seeing the taillights of the vehicle ahead light up, prepare to decelerate. 4. Hazard warning lights (double flashing): Used in emergencies such as temporary stops due to vehicle malfunctions or in poor visibility conditions like severe weather. Hazard lights are crucial for driving safety, so regularly check if they are functioning properly.