How to Turn on High Beam and Low Beam Headlights in a Car?

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MacCameron
07/24/25 10:17pm
There is a control lever on the left side of the car steering wheel, which usually has a knob with at least two gears. Turning to the first gear turns on the parking lights, turning to the second gear turns on the parking lights plus low beam, pushing it downward activates the high beam, but the parking lights must be turned on first. Lifting the lever serves as a reminder for overtaking. Below are specific introductions about high and low beam headlights: 1. Low Beam Headlights: When encountering oncoming vehicles that require passing, low beam headlights should be used for safety and courtesy. 2. High Beam Headlights: High beams can be used when driving on highways or in rural areas without streetlights to expand the field of vision. However, when driving at low speeds, the engine's power generation is insufficient, and the battery is in a state of negative charge. Using high beams in such conditions can affect the battery's lifespan. Additionally, using high beams during low-speed driving at night will also increase the vehicle's fuel consumption.
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