How to Turn on Fog Lights for Defogging on Rainy Days?

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DeHarmony
07/24/25 3:59am
To turn on fog lights for defogging on rainy days, follow these steps: Locate the light control lever below the steering wheel; find the fog light symbol and rotate the control ring; align the front fog light symbol to the 'on' position. Front fog lights are installed slightly lower than the headlights and are used to illuminate the road and provide safety warnings during rainy or foggy weather. Other defogging methods include: Opening windows for air circulation: If the fog inside the car is not heavy, you can open a small gap in the side windows to allow air to circulate between the inside and outside of the car. This reduces the temperature difference and gradually dissipates the fog. This method works on the same principle as using the air conditioner to blow cold air but does not increase fuel consumption. However, the downside of opening windows is quite obvious—it is not suitable during rain, snow, high-speed driving, or heavy fog, and it lowers the temperature inside the car. Using the air conditioning system: Turn on the car's fan and cooling switch, and the cold air blowing onto the front windshield will quickly clear the fog. Defogging spray: Apply the defogging spray to the inner surface of the car's windows and wipe it clean. In addition to removing dirt from the glass, it forms a protective film that prevents water vapor from condensing into fog. One application can prevent fogging for about ten days.
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IvanDella
08/10/25 11:33pm
I remember driving for many years, and blurry vision on rainy days is common. Turning on the fog lights can significantly improve visibility. The operation is not difficult: after starting the car, I look for the switch with a fog icon near the steering wheel or dashboard. Many cars require turning on the headlights first, then rotating or pressing the fog light button to turn them on. Once activated, the front of the car emits a strong but not dazzling yellow light, helping me see the road ahead clearly. At the same time, I also use the air conditioning defogging function, setting it to blow on the front windshield with high fan speed to quickly remove moisture inside the car. After developing this habit, driving on rainy nights has become much safer.
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