How to Turn On High and Low Beams in an Automatic Transmission Car?
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The method to turn them on is via a control lever located either on the steering wheel or to the left side of the car. The lever typically has a rotary knob design with at least two settings. Turning it to the first setting turns on the parking lights, the second setting activates the parking lights plus low beams, and pushing it downward engages the high beams. Note that you must first turn on the parking lights. Rotating it clockwise once sets it to 'auto' mode, meaning the lights will operate automatically. Rotating it twice turns on the low beams, and three times activates the high beams. Generally, turning it once switches on the width indicator lights, and turning it twice turns on the headlights. To activate the headlights, you need to lift the lever upward once.
I remember when I first started driving, I was a bit nervous about operating the high beams. Driving out at night, I fumbled with the lever on the left side of the steering wheel—pushing it forward turned on the high beams, and pulling it back switched to low beams. At first, I made mistakes like accidentally flashing high beams at others in the city. Now I know to use only low beams in urban areas or when there’s oncoming traffic. In automatic cars, the light switch isn’t related to the gear shift; it’s all handled by the light lever. After a few practices, it became second nature. I also check the bulbs before every drive to avoid driving blind if they burn out. Using high beams on highways at night improves visibility and safety, but it’s crucial to develop the habit of timely switching for a more secure drive.
