Can the Vehicle Pass Inspection After Installing Daytime Running Lights?
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Here is the introduction to installing daytime running lights: 1. Install them at the 4S store corresponding to the vehicle. Only when the original manufacturer configures the vehicle and passes the inspection by the vehicle management department is it considered legal, and the vehicle can pass the annual inspection. 2. Self-installation of daytime running lights is illegal. According to regulations, even during maintenance and replacement, individuals must follow the original factory configuration standards and are not allowed to privately install or modify the original configuration of the vehicle in violation of the rules. Additional information: Here is an introduction to daytime running lights: 1. Function: Daytime running lights serve a purpose by making the vehicle more noticeable during daytime driving. Their effect is not to help the driver see the road but to alert others that a vehicle is approaching so they can take evasive action. 2. No unauthorized modifications: These lights are not for illumination but serve as signal lights. However, the light from self-installed daytime running lights may cause the traffic police's camera to fail to focus and take photos, so self-installation is illegal.
I also modified daytime running lights myself a few years ago, but failed the vehicle inspection because the brightness exceeded national standards at that time. Nowadays, if you want to install them, you must comply with the "Safety Technical Specifications for Motor Vehicle Operation": for instance, brightness shouldn't exceed 400cd, installation height must be between 25-60cm from the ground, and color must be white or yellowish-white. Enforcement also varies by region - stricter in major cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou, more lenient in some rural areas. I recommend checking local traffic bureau regulations online or consulting professional modification shops to adjust light parameters properly. Never attempt DIY modifications recklessly, as improper installation may not only cause inspection failure but also risk electrical shorts and safety hazards. Actually, daytime running lights are beneficial for improving daytime visibility and reducing accidents, but only compliant installations are reliable to avoid inspection troubles.
