How to Turn on the Bora's Low Beam Headlights?

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AllisonAnn
07/29/25 10:27am
After turning on the Bora's lights, the light control lever is located on the left side of the steering wheel. Move the lever to the low beam icon to activate the low beam headlights. Additional Information: 1. Generally, pushing the lever toward the engine compartment turns on the high beams continuously; pulling it back one notch turns off the high beams and restores the low beams; pushing it one more notch toward the driver flashes the high beams, and releasing the lever automatically returns it to the low beam position. This is commonly used to alert oncoming vehicles, known as alternating between high and low beams. 2. Although the high beams can be activated by pushing the lever outward, a prerequisite is that the low beams must already be on. Otherwise, operating the lever in other light modes will not activate the high beams. However, pulling the lever inward to flash the high beams has no restrictions and can be done even when the lights are off. 3. If a driver is unsure whether the high beams or low beams are on during nighttime driving, they can check the indicators on the dashboard. The low beam icon has downward-pointing light lines, while the high beam icon has straight, forward-pointing light lines.
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StKai
08/13/25 2:33pm
I've been driving a Volkswagen Bora for several years, and turning on the low beam headlights is quite straightforward. Once seated in the driver's seat, look at the control lever on the left side of the steering wheel. There's a rotary knob at the top or beside the lever. Normally, you just need to turn it from the OFF position to the side with the light symbol, aligning it with the icon of a bulb emitting downward rays—that's the low beam setting. After turning it, a small indicator light will appear on the dashboard to confirm activation. If the car has an automatic light feature, set it to the AUTO position, and it will automatically activate the low beams when it gets dark. For daily driving, make it a habit to check the light switch, especially in tunnels or rainy conditions. Using low beams not only enhances safety at night but also prevents dazzling other drivers. Also, don’t rely solely on parking lights or automatic mode—manually confirming the lights is safer, ensuring the bulbs aren’t burnt out. If they don’t light up, it might be an issue with the control lever or a fuse. Remember, the car should be running for the lights to function properly.
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LeRiley
10/07/25 5:10am
When I first learned to drive, I was completely confused about light controls, but the Bora's design is quite user-friendly. To turn on the low beams, first hold the stalk below the left side of the steering wheel, which has several light symbols engraved on it. Locate the icon with a horizontal line pointing downward (usually in the middle position) and gently rotate the knob to align it. Once activated, you'll notice the front lights illuminate—that means it's working. Don't worry about mistakes; practice a few times to get the hang of it. Beginners often mix up high and low beams—the high beam is another arrow pointing upward, but low beams are usually sufficient for daily use. The operation is simple—just one or two steps—safety first! Always check your lights before driving, such as testing them in a garage or dim area first. Over time, I’ve found that developing a habit is better than draining the battery by forgetting to turn them off, and replacing bulbs is also straightforward. In short, don’t stress too much—practice makes perfect.
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